UPDATE 7:20 p.m. -- Paul Pelosi, the husband of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, underwent surgery to repair a skull fracture after he was attacked by an intruder who broke into the couple’s San Francisco home Friday morning, the speaker’s office said.
Mike DeWald of Audacy's KCBS Radio in San Francisco was at the scene Friday morning. He reported that police tape was up and the street was blocked off, with many patrol cars in the area.
Drew Hammill, spokesman for Speaker Nancy Pelosi, issued this statement later Friday:
“Earlier this morning, Paul Pelosi was attacked at home by an assailant who acted with force, and threatened his life while demanding to see the Speaker.
“Mr. Pelosi was admitted to Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital where he underwent successful surgery to repair a skull fracture and serious injuries to his right arm and hands. His doctors expect a full recovery.
“The Speaker and her family are thankful for the outpouring of support and prayers from friends, constituents and people around the country. The Pelosi family is immensely grateful to Mr. Pelosi’s entire medical team and the law enforcement officers who responded to the assault. The family appreciates respect for their privacy during this time.”
According to DeWald, unconfirmed reports Friday morning indicated that the assailant who attacked the speaker's husband had a hammer.
Nancy Pelosi, 82, wasn’t in San Francisco at the time of the home invasion, her Hammill said in a statement.
“Early this morning, an assailant broke into the Pelosi residence in San Francisco and violently assaulted Mr. Pelosi,” Hammill said. “The assailant is in custody and the motivation for the attack is under investigation.”
Paul Pelosi, 82, was taken to a hospital and is expected to make a full recovery.
At a news conference, San Francisco Police Chief William Scott identified the suspect as David Depape, 42, Audacy station 1010 WINS in New York reported. Depape faces charges of attempted homicide, assault with a deadly weapon, elder abuse, burglary and several other felonies. Authorities are still investigating his potential motive for the attack.
“The Speaker and her family are grateful to the first responders and medical professionals involved, and request privacy at this time,” Hammill added.
Nancy Pelosi is second in line to the presidency and receives around-the-clock police protection.
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