BBC stops filming latest Top Gear series after presenter Freddie Flintoff was injured in crash

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He BBC announced that the film adaptation of Top gear‘s latest series will not resume after the company’s investigation into presenter Andrew “Freddie” Flintoff’s crash.

Former professional cricketer Flintoff, 45, was taken to hospital after being involved in an accident while shooting for the popular auto show.

The incident happened while on the Top Gear test track at Dunsfold Aerodrome in Surrey on 13 Dec.

On Thursday, the company released a statement saying: “(BBC Studios) has sincerely apologized to Freddie and will continue to support him in his recovery.

“Under the circumstances, we feel it is inappropriate to continue making Series 34 of Top Gear at this time.

“We understand that this will be disappointing for the fans, but it is the right thing to do and we will make a judgment later this year on how best to proceed.

“This has also affected the production team, which we continue to support. Finally, there will be a health and safety review of the show, in accordance with our procedures.”