One Dead, More Hurt When Car Barrels Into DC Outdoor Dining Area: Police

At least one person has died and eleven people were injured, including some in critical condition, when a car crashed into an outdoor seating area in DC Friday, March 11.

Crews responding to the Parthenon Diner on Connecticut Avenue where the crash occurred
Photo Credit: *DC Fire & EMS (Twitter)*

David Cifarelli

03/11/2022 1:29 p.m.

Crews responded to the 5500 block of Connecticut Avenue NW where the car appeared to have crashed next to the Parthenon Restaurant around 12:30 p.m.

Police said the driver of the car was an elderly male who was driving alone and lost control of his car. They believe the crash was entirely accidental.

DC Fire & EMS said that of the eight people taken to local hospitals, five of them were listed in critical condition. Three more were treated and released on scene.

DC Fire & EMS tweeted a video showing crew members working to dislodge the car.

No structural damage was reported. This is a developing story so check back for updates.

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