Rudy Guiliani is recovering from a terrifying car crash.

The former New York City mayor was hospitalized after being involved in a motor vehicle accident on the evening of Aug. 20 in New Hampshire, during which he was allegedly hit from behind on the highway after stopping to help a victim of domestic violence.

“Prior to the incident, he was flagged down by a woman who was the victim of a domestic violence incident,” Giuliani’s head of security Michael Ragusa wrote in a statement shared to Instagram Aug. 31. “Mayor Giuliani immediately rendered assistance and contacted 911.”

“He remained on scene until responding officers arrived to ensure her safety,” the statement continued. “Following this, while traveling on the highway, Mayor Giuliani’s vehicle was struck from behind at a high speed.”

The 81-year-old was then, according to the statement, transported to a nearby trauma center and diagnosed with a fractured thoracic vertebrae, multiple lacerations and contusions as well as injuries to his left arm and lower leg.