Health and Wellness Minister Dr Christopher Tufton is now a patient at the University Hospital of the West Indies after he was reportedly hit from his bicycle by a car this morning.

Information obtained from a senior government minister is that Tufton suffered a broken wrist.

The vehicle was reportedly being driven by a popular entertainer.

According to the senior government minister, Tufton's condition is not considered to be serious and that he is recovering well.

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- Gareth Davis Sr

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