Miami Heat Forward Haywood Highsmith Involved in Late-Night Car Accident
MIAMI (AP) — Haywood Highsmith, a forward for the Miami Heat, was involved in a late-night car accident on Tuesday that left a man with serious injuries. According to police reports, the injured man was attempting to assist the driver of a disabled vehicle without lights on when Highsmith collided with him at around 11:20 p.m. Highsmith was subsequently cited for careless driving for his involvement in the accident.
Highsmith’s agent, Jerry Dianis, stated that the player was “shaken” by the incident and immediately rushed to help the injured man, offering words of comfort until emergency services arrived. Despite the circumstances, police confirmed that Highsmith was not under the influence of drugs or alcohol and was travelling within the speed limit.
The Miami Heat confirmed that Highsmith was not with the team for their game against San Antonio on Wednesday, as he was dealing with the aftermath of the accident. Dianis emphasized that Highsmith and his family are praying for the injured man and expressed gratitude for the support and prayers they have received.
As the situation develops, it remains unclear when Highsmith will be able to return to game action. The Miami Heat released a statement expressing their concern for the injured party and offering their support.
Historically, car accidents involving professional athletes have drawn significant attention from the media and fans alike, often sparking debates about responsibility and the influence of sports figures in society.
As the Miami Heat prepares for their next game against Boston on Sunday, the focus remains on the well-being of the individual injured in the accident, with the team and fans hoping for a full and speedy recovery.
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