After media reports circulated about MP Pierre Bou Assi experiencing a hit-and-run attempt, his media office issued the following statement: "While crossing the Hamana square on foot, a speeding car with a Syrian license plate headed towards MP Pierre Bou Assi, resulting in injuries to three of his companions. When it was revealed that the driver of the car was from Hamana, MP Bou Assi declined to file a personal complaint against him." Bou Assi stated to MTV, "The hit-and-run was unintentional, and 'Hamana is in my heart.' Today, I am fulfilling my duty as a citizen only."