Kaiser Chiefs frontman Ricky Wilson has been injured following a hit and run car accident on May 21.
The singer was hit by a car while crossing a pedestrian crossing in Leeds city centre, though according to the band's official website Kaisercheifs.co.uk his stage-craft saved his life.
"He's the luckiest man alive, because he is still alive, it sounds daft, but a 'Ricky
trademark jump' has probably saved his life," explained the site. "The
jump meant he was flipped over the top of the car, hitting the
windscreen, rather than getting trapped under it. He was crossing on a
green pedestrian light.
"Whether it was a joyrider, wreckless driving or drunk driving we still
don't know. Police are investigating - we'd like to thank the witnesses
that have come forward so far."
Wilson has escaped with minor
injuries, including a broken toe and bruising, but is ok and the
incident will not affect any of the band's upcoming live dates.
Indeed Wilson will be fit enough to be a special co-host with Jo Whiley on her Radio 1 show which will be broadcast from 10am on May 29.
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