Customers terrified after car slams into Italian restaurant: video
Jarring Footage Shows Car Slamming Into Georgia Restaurant During Brunch
Shocking surveillance footage captured the terrifying moment a car crashed into Fresca Trattoria, an Italian restaurant in Stone Mountain, Georgia, over the weekend. The incident occurred at around 3 p.m. on Saturday while customers were enjoying their meals during brunch service.
Owner Lisa Myers described the chaotic scene to FOX 5 Atlanta, explaining that a group of customers had just moments to react as they saw the vehicle heading towards their table. Miraculously, everyone managed to escape unharmed, with customers seen jumping out of their seats and running away just seconds before the car rammed into their dining area.
The footage shows the car crashing through the restaurant’s glass window, sending shards of glass flying across the dining area. The vehicle then plowed over empty tables and chairs, causing extensive damage to the restaurant’s interior.
Despite the terrifying ordeal, there were no reports of injuries or fatalities. Myers shared her relief that her daughter, who also works as a waitress at the restaurant, narrowly escaped harm as she had been standing near the area where the car crashed just minutes before.
According to Myers, the driver of the vehicle claimed that her brakes had failed and her gas pedal became stuck, leading to the collision. While the exact cause of the incident is still under investigation, Myers expressed gratitude that everyone involved was safe and unharmed.
In the aftermath of the crash, Myers expressed uncertainty about whether insurance would cover all the damages incurred. She humorously remarked that Fresca Trattoria had inadvertently become a new “drive-thru” restaurant due to the unexpected turn of events.
Despite the challenges posed by the incident, the restaurant took to Facebook to express gratitude to the local community for their support. In a post, they thanked everyone for their well wishes and assured customers that they were working to recover and reopen as soon as possible.
As Fresca Trattoria navigates the aftermath of the crash, authorities from the Gwinnett County Police Department and the restaurant itself have been contacted for further comment on the incident. Andrea Margolis, a writer for Fox News Digital and Fox Business, can be reached for story tips at andrea.margolis@fox.com.
The resilience and community support demonstrated in the wake of this frightening event serve as a reminder of the strength and unity found in times of adversity. Despite the unexpected setback, Fresca Trattoria remains determined to overcome the challenges and continue serving their loyal patrons with delicious Italian cuisine.
