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Euskaraz irakurri: Josu Etxeberria txirrindularia larri, auto batek harrapatu ostean
The Caja Rural cyclist, Josu Etxeberria, has been admitted to the ICU of the University Hospital of Navarra after being involved in a training accident.
According to his team’s social media post, Etxeberria has sustained multiple injuries. Although the injuries are serious, he is conscious and able to move his extremities. The team wishes him a speedy recovery and sends him much encouragement.
“Josu Etxeberria suffered an accident in training this Wednesday. The Navarrese has multiple injuries and is in the ICU of the Navarra Hospital. Within gravity, you are conscious and move your limbs. Good luck and speedy recovery, @JosuEtxeberria_ pic.twitter.com/FySi9VZmCC”
— Team Caja Rural-RGA (@CajaRural_RGA) November 15, 2023
The accident occurred at approximately 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday at kilometer 4 of the NA4120 (Gulina-Aróstegui) in Iza. The Provincial Police are conducting the investigation.
Image of the accident in which Josu Etxeberria was run over. Photo: Foral Police
Etxeberria, a 23-year-old resident of Iturmendi, was airlifted to the Navarro University Hospital. The driver of the vehicle, a 21-year-old man from Berrioplano, escaped unharmed.
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I sincerely hope Josu Etxeberria recovers quickly and fully from this horrific accident. Keeping him in my thoughts and prayers for a swift and successful rehabilitation.