Gogglebox star Ellie Warner's boyfriend is reported to be in a critical but stable condition after he was hit by a car.
It was reported that Nat Eddleston sustained a broken neck and collapsed lungs. And it was also been reported that Ellie was "fearful" that Nat has suffered brain damage following the accident in Leeds on Friday.
Nat, who is in his 30s, was reportedly knocked down by a white car shortly after midnight after meeting friends for drinks at a pub in the Halton area of the city. It is believed that he was struck by a white Seat Leon.
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West Yorkshire Police confirmed the road in Halton, Leeds, was cordoned off on Saturday morning. They told the Mirror : "The pedestrian remains in a critical but stable condition and inquiries are ongoing."
The Sun first reported the incident on Friday and said that Gogglebox star Ellie is 'fearful' that he suffered brain damage following the accident.
A family member told The Sun: "Nat is in intensive care with a broken neck, broken back, two collapsed lungs and possible brain damage."
"He is on a life support machine and all the family and Ellie are obviously very worried for him," the family member added.
It has been reported that the car travelled for a further 100 yards before stopping and it had a smashed windscreen from the incident. Police have asked witnesses to the incident to get in touch.
West Yorkshire Police asked anyone who may have seen something or has any information to come forward.
They said in a social media statement: "Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious road traffic collision in the Halton area of Leeds involving a white Seat Leon and an adult male pedestrian.
"Officers would like to speak to anyone who witnessed the collision, which occurred on Selby Road near to The Woodman pub at around 00:10 this morning (Saturday 19th March 2022).
"The pedestrian has suffered serious injuries as a result of the collision.
"Anyone who witnessed the incident or the Seat being driven prior to the collision, including anyone with dash-cam or video footage, is asked to call 101, or contact online via www.westyorkshire.police.UK/101livechat referencing collision 13220147973."
Ellie, 31, who is a hairdresser, has appeared on the hit Channel 4 show since 2015 alongside her sister Izzi, and has recently seen Nat move in with her.
After hearing the news, fans rushed to share their support and send well wishes to Nat.
One penned: "We are all thinking of you Nat, everything crossed & wishing you a speedy recovery, hugs 2 u all luv from us all."
Another wrote: "Just read about this, my thoughts are with Ellie and her family. Fingers crossed alls well with her partner and that he makes a speedy recovery."
