HENRICO COUNTY, Va. — An auto store in Henrico County partially collapsed Wednesday evening when a truck driver lost control and hit the side of the building, according to emergency officials at the scene.
The crash happened at Hilliard Automotive on Brook Road. No employees or customers were in the building at the time, officials said.
Officials at the scene said the driver was able to exit the truck safely. A dog traveling with them was freed by emergency crews.
No injuries were reported.
Hilliard Automotive will remain open during the reconstruction business, but employees lost a significant amount of their personal equipment in the wreck.
"Although our business has suffered significant damage from Wednesday's accident, I am incredibly grateful that all of our employees are safe and no injuries have been reported," owner Patrick Ketchum wrote. "We want our community to know that Hilliard Automotive remains open and will continue serving our customers throughout the rebuilding process. We are deeply thankful for the support and loyalty our community has already shown our small business during this difficult time."
A GoFundMe has been started to help the small business recover. Click here if you are interested in donating.
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