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A car crashed into Lita’s Treats bakery in Irmo on Thursday, causing significant damage but no injuries. The driver accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake. Emergency services responded quickly, and Lita’s Treats announced plans to close while they assess the damage. The local community showed support online, expressing relief that everyone was safe. The bakery’s other location remains open, but will also temporarily close due to the incident’s aftermath.
Irmo – A car crashed through the front of Lita’s Treats bakery on Thursday afternoon, causing significant damage to the popular establishment, but fortunately, no injuries were reported. The incident occurred around midday at the bakery’s location at 800 Lake Murray Blvd in Irmo.
The Irmo Police Department quickly responded to the scene and later shared details of the collision on social media. A police photograph captured a gold SUV that was smashed into the front of the bakery, marking a startling moment for local residents and customers. However, despite the dramatic nature of the crash, both patrons inside the bakery and the driver of the vehicle were unharmed. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) assessed the driver at the scene and confirmed that they were okay.
According to police reports, the driver mistakenly pressed the accelerator instead of the brake, resulting in the vehicle crashing into the bakery. Immediately following the accident, Lita’s Treats announced via Facebook that the Lake Murray location would be closed until further notice as they address the damage and safety concerns stemming from the incident.
In their social media update, Lita’s Treats expressed gratitude that everyone involved in the crash was safe. The community’s response to the post was significant, with the announcement garnering nearly 3,000 reactions, over 600 comments, and close to 500 shares by Friday morning. Among the messages of sympathy, Democratic state Rep. Kambrell Garvin reached out to express his relief that no one was injured, highlighting the bakery’s significance in the community.
As of Friday morning, the Lake Murray location was listed as “temporarily closed” on Google, while the bakery’s other location at 460 Killian Road remained open for business. However, due to the Lake Murray site serving as the primary baking facility, Lita’s Treats indicated that the Killian location would also have to close for a few days to manage the repercussions of the accident. The bakery promised to contact customers with existing orders and keep them updated on the situation.
Lita’s Treats is well-known in Irmo for its delicious baked goods, particularly its cupcakes. The bakery has cultivated a loyal customer base appreciative of its offerings. This incident has drawn significant attention, creating concern for many regular patrons, as safety and the prompt reopening of the beloved bakery remain a priority for both the staff and the community.
While the situation is likely to create some inconvenience for customers, the quick response of local emergency services, as well as the bakery’s proactive communication, aim to reassure the public that safety remains the foremost concern in light of this unexpected event.
As more information becomes available regarding the timeline for reopening the Lake Murray location, the community of Irmo continues to rally around Lita’s Treats, highlighting the sense of community that the bakery has fostered over the years.
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- WLTX: Irmo Bakery Car Crash
- Wikipedia: Irmo, South Carolina
- ABC Columbia: Car Crashes into Irmo Restaurant
- Google Search: Irmo car crash news
- The State: Car Hits Bakery in Irmo
- Google Scholar: Irmo community response
- MSN: Car Plows Through Irmo Bakery
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Irmo, South Carolina
- WLTX Video: Car Drives into Irmo Bakery
- Google News: Lita’s Treats bakery closure
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