Emergency crews and investigators work at the scene after an out-of-control dump truck suffered a mechanical failure, struck a utility pole, and crashed into the Super H gas station on Christmas Avenue in Bethlehem, Georgia, sending a store clerk to …
BETHLEHEM, Ga. - A commercial dump truck crashed into a Bethlehem gas station on Tuesday morning after experiencing a mechanical failure, injuring a store clerk inside, officials said.
Dump truck hits Bethlehem station
What we know:
A dump truck slammed into the Super H gas station at 752 Christmas Avenue around 9:15 a.m. Tuesday.
The driver told investigators the vehicle suddenly lost power, leaving him unable to steer or brake.
The truck struck a utility pole before plowing into the building, according to the Barrow County Sheriff's Office.
Emergency crews rushed the store clerk to a local hospital for treatment of minor injuries. The dump truck driver suffered minor scratches to his hand during the crash.
Crews clear Christmas Avenue crash
What we don't know:
Officials have not yet released the names of the store clerk or the truck driver involved in the incident.
Authorities have not detailed the exact cause of the mechanical failure or provided an update on the clerk's condition.
Investigators inspect utility damage
What's next:
Commercial Vehicle Enforcement officers are assisting sheriff's deputies with the ongoing commercial vehicle investigation. Georgia Power crews worked to repair the utility pole and make the area safe. Officials ask motorists to use caution and avoid the scene while crews clean up.
The Source: The information in this story was gathered from the Barrow County Sheriff's Office, which provided details in a press release.