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Driver crashes into Henrico County school after suffering medical emergency, police say

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HENRICO COUNTY, Va. — A driver suffered an apparent medical emergency and crashed into Fairfield Middle School in Henrico County Thursday morning, according to school officials and police.

Henrico police said the driver went off the road at Cedar Fork and Nine Mile Road and hit several pieces of school property before the vehicle came to rest against the building.

The driver was taken to an area hospital. An update on his condition is not available at this time.

No students or staff were injured in the crash.

Police shared that Henrico Building Inspections is on scene assessing the school building. Police continue to investigate.

The school sent the below message via ParentSquare:

"I’m reaching out to let you know about a car accident that occurred this morning on our campus. All students and staff are safe, but a driver of a vehicle suffered a medical emergency and their vehicle ran into the small gym. EMS and Henrico Police responded to the scene.  

We ask that you join us in sending healing thoughts for the driver’s well-being. Thank you for your understanding and continued support of Fairfield Middle School. We are continuing on our normal schedule today."

This is a developing story. Email the CBS 6 Newsroom if you have additional information to share.

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