Voluntown, Connecticut – Connecticut State Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a driver who allegedly damaged a church building in Voluntown late Sunday night before fleeing the scene.
According to Connecticut State Police, the incident happened around 8:15 p.m. on Sunday, December 27, in the parking lot of Living Word Fellowship Church in Voluntown, New London County. Troopers say an older model, dark-colored Ford Ranger was seen doing donuts in the snowy parking lot when it struck a wooden staircase attached to the exterior of the church.
Police released surveillance images showing the pickup truck in the lot moments before and after the impact. The driver allegedly left the scene without reporting the crash or providing information to the property owner.
No injuries were reported, but the staircase sustained visible damage, according to authorities. The extent of the damage has not yet been released.
State police say the incident is being investigated as a hit-and-run involving property damage. Troopers are urging anyone who recognizes the vehicle, knows the driver, or witnessed the incident to come forward.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Trooper Gandini of Troop E at (860) 848-6500. Tips may help investigators identify the vehicle and hold the driver accountable.
Residents in the Voluntown area are also encouraged to check home or business security cameras from Sunday evening that may show the truck entering or leaving the area.
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