The Newark Police Department is investigating a car crash that occurred at St. John AM Church Monday morning. The incident began with reports of trespassing and suspicious activity at a car dealership, leading to a police pursuit of a stolen black sedan. The vehicle ultimately crashed into the church, injuring two occupants who were transported to a local hospital in stable condition.
The Newark Police Department is investigating a car crash that they say occurred at a place of worship Monday morning. At around 4:15 a.m., officers arrived at a car dealership on the 300 block of East Cleveland Avenue due to reports of trespassing and suspicious activity involving a black sedan and individuals on foot.
Upon arrival, officers checked the area and saw a black sedan pull out of the dealership onto East Cleveland Avenue. Officers then attempted to conduct a traffic stop, but the car fled westbound and officers discontinued their attempts to stop it. Police say officers then discovered that the vehicle had crashed into St. John AM Church. Two people were found at the scene with injuries. They were both transported to a local hospital via officials where they were placed in stable condition. Further investigation led police to discover the vehicle had been reported as stolen in Pennsylvania.This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact Detective James Skinner at 366-7100 ext. 3135 or via email at jskinner@newark.de.us.
CAR CRASH POLICE CHASE STOLEN VEHICLE TRESPASSING NEWARK
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