A former Connecticut lawmaker and prominent businessman is now in fair condition after he was hit by a car while putting up campaign signs.
The Republican-American reports that 68-year-old Selim Noujaim was struck around 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 30 in Waterbury.
He had been placing signs at the time for his nephew, Board of Aldermen candidate George Noujaim, when he was struck.
Police said the driver stopped and was cooperating. No arrests have been made.
Noujaim was transported to Saint Mary’s Hospital, where he is in the intensive care unit while doctors and specialists monitor his condition and assess the full extent of his injuries, according to the family.
Noujaim served as a Republican in the state House of Representatives for seven terms. He retired last year after deciding not to seek re-election. Noujaim is the current executive vice president of Noujaim Tool Co. in Waterbury.
His family has requested privacy.
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“We want to express our heartfelt thanks to the Waterbury Police and Fire Departments, ambulance personnel and the dedicated nurses and doctors who continue to provide the best care possible for our husband, father, brother, grandfather and former State Representative during this difficult time. We would also like to thank each of you who has reached out with your words of encouragement, support and prayers,” the family said in a statement.
On Saturday, the family released a statement saying Noujaim was moved out of the ICU and remains under the care of staff at St. Mary's Hospital in Waterbury.
