Actor Jeremy Renner released his first statement since his tragic accident on New Year’s day when he suffered “blunt chest trauma and orthopedic injuries,” reports ABC7.

Taking to Instagram, Renner shared a picture of him in the hospital, stating, “Thank you all for your kind words. Im too messed up now to type. But I send love to you all.” 

 

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Washoe County Sheriff Darin Balaam indicated that at the time of the accident, Renner was helping a family member who became stuck on an unplowed road near Renner’s residence. Renner used his PistenBully snowcat to pull the vehicle to safety and left the car to talk with his family member. Unfortunately, the PistenBully rolled forward and crushed Renner, causing massive injuries. Renner was airlifted to a hospital due to the private roads near his home not being plowed by the county and littered with abandoned vehicles caught in the snow.  

Renner’s Avengers co-star Chris Hemsworth shared his well wishes with Renner, stating, “Speedy recovery buddy. Sending love your way!” Another of Renner’s Avengers co-stars, Chris Evens shared Hemsworth’s sentiments: “Tough as nails. Love you buddy.” Deadline details a long list of entertainers sending their love to Renner.

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