Published: 8:41AM Thursday July 07, 2005
Source: Reuters
US
President George W Bush grazed his hands when he collided with a
police officer on Wednesday while cycling through the grounds of
Gleneagles, the Scottish luxury hotel where world leaders are
meeting.
Bush, celebrating his 59th birthday, went for a ride shortly after
arriving for the summit of the Group of Eight major powers, White
House spokesman Scott McClellan said.
The collision with the policeman - ironically on security duty -
occurred about a hour into his ride, with Bush going at a "pretty
good speed", according to McClellan.
Bush slid along the road, suffering scrapes on his hands and arms
that were bandaged by the White House doctor.
His bicycle was damaged and he had to return from the ride in a
van, but his plans to have dinner with Queen Elizabeth were not
affected.
The officer was taken to hospital as a precaution. McClellan said
Bush planned to call him later to see how he was doing.
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