California Native Frankie Muniz Hospitalized After Daytona Crash: What We Know
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Frankie Muniz, the California-born actor turned racing driver, was rushed to a medical facility after a crash during practice at Daytona, multiple outlets reported Thursday. Condition is unknown at this time.
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NASCAR.com, NBC News, and Jayski all confirmed Muniz was transported to a hospital following an incident on track. No details about the severity of injuries have been released, according to early reports.
This is a developing story. Details are expected to change as more information comes in.
What Happened
The crash occurred during a practice session at Daytona. Beyond that, specifics about what triggered the incident, how many cars were involved, or the extent of any injuries have not been confirmed in early reports. We're not putting numbers or causes out there until they're locked down.
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Who Is Frankie Muniz
Muniz grew up in California and became a household name as the star of the hit Fox sitcom "Malcolm in the Middle." In recent years, Muniz has pursued a career in motorsports, competing in various racing series. The Daytona appearance was part of that ongoing racing career.
What We're Watching For
Fans are waiting on an official update from Muniz's team or family on condition and next steps. NASCAR has not released a formal statement as of this writing. CALWIRE will update this story the moment new information is confirmed. Check back.