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Car crashes into Racine school
A car crashed into Olympia Brown Elementary School in Racine early Tuesday morning, July 29.
RACINE, Wis. - A car crashed into Olympia Brown Elementary School in Racine early Tuesday morning, July 29. A 23-year-old man was arrested for OWI.
Crash into school
What we know:
Officials were called to the scene around 2:19 a.m. after a caller observed vehicle driving towards the school and then heard a loud "boom."
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The vehicle struck the school building, crashed through an exterior wall, and entered a classroom. The vehicle continued through the classroom, causing damage to an adjacent classroom.
Car crashes into Racine school
The crash caused significant damage to the building.
Caledonia police said alcohol and speed do appear to be a factor in this crash.
Driver arrested
What we know:
The operator of the vehicle was identified as a 23-year-old man from Racine. He was arrested for Operating a Motor Vehicle While Intoxicated and various other violations.
Investigation indicates this was a single-vehicle accident. No injuries were reported.
The Source: The information in this post was provided by the Battalion Chief for Caledonia Fire.