UPDATE: A family in Lavington is reeling after a dramatic car crash at 3:41 AM on October 25 that left their property damaged and shaken them awake. A BMW SUV lost control while traveling south on Kotthoff Street at the intersection with Reid Avenue, smashing into their home’s solid fence before obliterating a cement letterbox and mangling the front yard.
Homeowner Craig Livingstone was asleep with his wife when the chaos erupted, saying the loud noise of the crash jolted them awake. “I could hear it from the back bedroom,” Mr. Livingstone recounted. “It was a couple of big thuds. As I came out of the door, the car was going south, I just saw the noise and sparks going down Kotthoff Street.”
Surveillance footage captured the SUV barreling through the property, demolishing wire gates and wreaking havoc. Mr. Livingstone, who has lived in the house since 1995, expressed disbelief at the destruction. “I just thought ‘holy hell, what’s going on here?'” he stated, noting the extensive damage to the front gate post and surrounding area.
Authorities are investigating the incident, with police suggesting that the driver may have been under the influence, as the vehicle fled the scene. “It could have been an accident, but from them taking off, it’s definitely not an accident,” Mr. Livingstone commented. “As the cop said, it’s probably drink or drug driving.”
The family is thankful that no one was injured in the crash, but the emotional toll of the event is palpable. Mr. Livingstone expressed relief, saying, “The main thing was I was hoping no one’s hurt.” With the investigation ongoing, local authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
As this story develops, residents of Lavington are left questioning the safety of their streets and the potential dangers lurking during the night. Stay tuned for further updates as police continue their inquiries into this shocking incident.
