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FIA statement regarding cameraman hit by tyre in pitlane

The FIA have issued the following statement regarding FOM Cameraman, Paul Allen, who was hit by a tyre after Mark Webber’s right rear wheel came off in the pit lane on Lap 9 of the German Grand Prix.

“During the German GP, an FOM cameraman in pit lane was struck by a loose wheel. Paul Allen was hit on the left hand side. Remaining conscious, he was treated at the circuit medical centre and then transported by helicopter to Koblenz Hospital. The Briton has been kept there, under observation. Further information from the hospital will be provided as soon as it becomes available.”

From what we understand, Paul Allen is conscious and responding well after suffering a concussion, a few broken ribs and a fractured collar bone.Pit lane drama at German GRand Prix

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  1. […] response to an incident where FOM cameraman, Paul Allen, was hit by Mark Webber’s loose wheel, the FIA announced that it wanted to make immediate changes to the regulations and pit lane rules. […]


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