(CNN) Former US Sen. Mike Enzi has died following a serious bicycle accident last week, according to a statement posted on his official Twitter account. "His family expresses their deep appreciation for all of the prayers, support and concern. They now ask for privacy and continued prayers during this difficult time," the statement said. The former longtime Republican lawmaker from Wyoming had suffered "serious injuries" while riding a bicycle Friday evening near his home in Gillette, Wyoming, according to an earlier statement from his family . Though he kept a relatively low profile, Enzi earned a reputation as a reliably conservative lawmaker who rarely drifted from his party.

Source: CNN July 27, 2021 06:10 UTC