Massachusetts man arrested after driving into New Hampshire restaurant, injuring three

“Hampton Fire Alarm received a call at 9:12pm reporting a motor vehicle crash into an occupied building. First due companies were on scene at 9:16pm.

On scene was Eng. 2, Eng. 4, Amb. 2, Amb. 1, Chief, North Hampton Fire and Rescue Ambulance 1 and Seabrook NH Fire Department Amb. A total of 4 patients were transported, 1 person from the vehicle and 3 patrons of the restaurant. Driver of the vehicle has been arrested and the investigation is ongoing.

Due to the crash, 6 people from the 2 apartments above the restaurant were displaced. American Red Cross New England Region assisted those individuals.

The building was secured and structurally stabilized. Chief McMahon will inspect with building inspector on Monday.

Stephen Davis, 24, of Newburyport was arrested on a felony charge of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs and reckless conduct. He also had a passenger in the truck at the time.

Davis was booked and released on personal recognizance. He will be arraigned on December 22.” -Hampton Fire/Rescue and Hampton Police Department.

Hampton Fire/Rescue photo.