Car Slams Into Popular Restaurant Just Before Opening Time
CLAYTON — A Clayton restaurant sustained significant damage Saturday morning after a vehicle crashed into the building just minutes before it was scheduled to open.
The incident occurred around 10:40 a.m. at Vinson’s Pub + Eatery, located at 800 E. Main Street. According to authorities, a red passenger vehicle veered off the roadway and traveled through two yards before crashing into the building.
Employees were inside the restaurant preparing for the 11 a.m. opening at the time of the crash. No injuries were reported among staff, as no one was working in the area of the building that was impacted.
The force of the collision caused major damage to the business. Vinson’s Pub + Eatery will remain closed until repairs can be completed.
The driver of the vehicle was found unconscious. They were treated at the scene and transported to a local hospital by Johnston County EMS. Authorities believe a medical condition may have contributed to the accident.
Clayton Police are investigating. Charges are pending.
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This story has been updated
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Predictions on cause : I say cell phone.
Maybe now they will open a drive-through
Both of you gentlemen that have commented have no heart at all. It clearly states that this person may have had a medical emergency. And even on the Vinson’s Facebook page that posted they would be closed all the ugly comments about this person having an accident have no concern for this person. What has happened to being caring about others????