Salisbury car crash catches national media attention
But in the meantime, footage of the dramatic Friday night crash -- caught on the car dealership's surveillance camera -- has been played on television sets across the nation as the story was showcased on "Good Morning America" earlier this week.
"It's become a big story,"
PNK Sales co-manager
Fowler said police are continuing their investigation into the crash that has led to drunken driving and negligent operation charges against 50-year-old
According to police, Nash's large pickup truck was spotted by a
In the footage caught by the business' security camera, the truck is seen flipping over violently as it enters the parking lot, striking the cars and boats. The scene is blurred by a tremendous amount of dust and debris kicked up by the crash. Within seconds, a
Although he was wearing a seat belt, Nash sustained head, arm and neck injuries and there was some concern he suffered internal damage. He was extricated from the vehicle with the assistance of
Yesterday, Presuto said the business remains closed as insurance adjusters complete their reports. Presuto showed spots where the truck left deep grooves in the parking lot, and a shattered glass front door. The truck was loaded with tools that shot out of the vehicle and acted as shrapnel as it tore through cars and other vehicles inside the lot. Damaged cars remained in the lot and yellow tape blocked both entrances.
Presuto said Nash came within a foot of perhaps taking the building down on top of him.
"It happens. The biggest thing is the guy is OK," Presuto said.
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