Watch: Suspected drunk driver crashes truck into California restaurant
Truck Smashes Into Family-Owned Restaurant in Northern California
A suspected drunk driver crashed his car into a restaurant in Concord, California, on Saturday, October 24, leaving diners stunned as glass and debris were sent flying. (Credit: Chicken Thyme via Storyful)
CONCORD, Calif. - A suspected drunk driver crashed a truck into Chicken Thyme restaurant in Concord, California, on Saturday, Oct. 24, sending glass and debris flying and startling diners.
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The driver was arrested on suspicion of DUI, according to local news reports.
Security camera footage shows the truck smashing through the restaurant’s front door. Owner Fraidoon Jamshed told Storyful that the crash caused extensive damage to a structural support column, forcing the dining area to close while repairs are underway.
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"We’re now fighting to keep our business operating and remain open for takeout/delivery. Every order makes a difference as we try to recover," Jamshed said.
The Source: Storyful contributed to this report. This story was reported from Los Angeles.