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Vehicle Crashes into Philadelphia Home After Hitting Parked Cars on Christmas Eve

A vehicle crashed into a Philadelphia home overnight after first striking several parked cars, according to reports released by local authorities.

Incident Details

The incident took place on the 4700 block of 47th Street at approximately 11:30 p.m. on Christmas Eve. Witnesses observed a single vehicle moving through the area before it collided with multiple parked cars. After the initial impact, the same vehicle struck a residential structure, causing a crash into the home.

Witness Account

A witness, who spoke to NBC10, described the vehicle as driving recklessly. The individual reported that the car hit several parked cars before it slammed into the house. The witness emphasized the suddenness of the vehicle’s movements and the severity of the collision with the parked vehicles.

Official Response

Officials who responded to the scene reported that the crash caused only minor damage to the house. Despite the limited physical harm, authorities are working to determine the exact sequence of events that led to the incident. Investigators are collecting evidence from the site to clarify how the vehicle moved through the area and why it struck the parked cars.

Key Takeaways

  • The vehicle crashed into a home on the 4700 block of 47th Street at about 11:30 p.m. on Christmas Eve.
  • A witness told NBC10 that the vehicle was driving recklessly before it hit multiple parked cars and then slammed into the house.
  • Officials noted that the crash caused only minor damage, but they are investigating the circumstances.
Crashed car slams into Philadelphia house with shattered glass and twisted metal at night.

The incident remains under investigation, and authorities are continuing to gather information to understand the events that unfolded during the late-night hours on December 24th.

Author

  • I’m Olivia Bennett Harris, a health and science journalist committed to reporting accurate, compassionate, and evidence-based stories that help readers make informed decisions about their well-being. Based in Philadelphia, I focus on the intersection of medical research, public health policy, and everyday life.

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