25-05-2025
Mechanic test-driving car crashes into building
A mechanic was test driving a car when he lost control, running into a building, and called 911 for help.
The crash occurred at Choices in Community Living on Needmore Road after 3 p.m.
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He said during the weekends, he test drives it in this empty parking lot.
During his test drive, the throttle was stuck and he lost control.
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Capt. Nicholas Overman with the Dayton Fire Department said firefighters worked to ensure the building was structurally sound.
'We put the temporary shoring in place with the concern of the support columns for the garage door being taken out by the car,' Overman said.
He said firefighters do not believe at this time that the building is at risk of collapsing.
No one was hurt in the crash.
The building owner has been notified and will have to contact a contractor to fix the damage.
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