In a startling incident on Saturday afternoon, a driver lost control of a red Honda SUV, crashing into the front of the Country French furniture store located at the intersection of Red Road and Sunset Drive, in proximity to the Shops at Sunset Place.

Incident Overview

The collision occurred when the driver, reportedly attempting to reverse, accelerated into the store, leaving a large portion of the front wall destroyed. Eyewitnesses expressed relief that no one was injured during the mishap.

“It’s lucky someone wasn’t standing right here,” recounted a witness who captured the aftermath on video.

Footage recorded by the witness showed the vehicle backing out of the store shortly after the crash, surrounded by debris and broken glass.

Response to the Incident

Emergency services from Miami-Dade Fire Rescue were dispatched to the scene. As of late Saturday night, it remained unclear if the driver sustained any injuries. The vehicle’s abrupt entry into the store resulted in significant damage, prompting the owners to close the establishment for the day to manage the hazardous situation.

Numerous items of furniture within the store were also reported lost due to the incident, raising concerns over both financial and structural losses.

Investigation Underway

The precise cause of the crash is currently under investigation by local authorities. As this situation unfolds, updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

Conclusion

This unfortunate accident highlights the potential dangers that can arise from vehicular mishaps in commercial areas. The community expresses gratitude that no one was hurt, but the damages to the furniture store are expected to present ongoing challenges for the owners.