TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- Nick and the entire "Hogan" Bollea
family are saddened that criminal charges have been filed in regards to the
tragic single car accident on August 26, 2007. Nick will meet and answer
these charges in the appropriate arena -- a court of law. The family's
primary focus and concern still remains for the continued recovery of
Nick's longtime friend John Graziano. The Bolleas will also continue to
stand by the Graziano family and help them in any way they can.
    The tragedy to both families is compounded by the fact that
unfortunately John was not wearing his seatbelt. Thankfully, Nick was
wearing his. Because of what happened to John, the entire Bollea family
will make it a priority to increase public awareness about the importance
of always wearing your seatbelt.
    There has been much speculation as to the speed and wet road conditions
surrounding this accident. Although all the evidence has not been
evaluated, preliminary reports from the experts indicate that this was not,
in fact, a high-speed accident.
    Because Nick is still a juvenile and has no prior criminal record, we
are disappointed that he is being charged as an adult offender. However, we
are confident that the evidence will demonstrate that this was an accident.
We ask all who follow these events to keep an open mind as to the facts
until they have been ultimately determined. Finally, we thank all who have
prayed for John's recovery and ask for your continued support and prayers.
     Adam J. Handelsman
     Executive Vice President & General Manager
     5W Public Relations
     Office: 212.999.5585 x4319
     45 West 45th Street, 5th Floor
     New York, NY 10036
     http://www.5WPR.com

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