Castlemaine Police are investigating after a car ploughed into the front of a home on the corner of Moscript and Chapel Streets at Campbells Creek last week.
Leading Senior Constable David White said the vehicle lost control while attempting to turn left into Chapel Street from Moscript Street – after earlier colliding with a front fence in Moscript Street – and collided with the front of the home about 3.15am.
“Thankfully, no one was present in the building as it is a short stay rental and was unoccupied at the time. The building was extensively damaged,” LSC White said.
“We don’t believe speed was involved and the accident may have been the result of damage sustained from the earlier collision.”
The driver, a male from Lockwood, was the only occupant of the vehicle and had a suspended licence. He was uninjured.
“At this time, it is likely he will be charged with this offence, but we are appealing for any other witnesses who may be able to provide information regarding this incident,” the officer said.
Castlemaine SES member Bob Pratt said a tow truck had to be called to pull the car from the home.
“Our volunteers worked to make the site safe until repairs can be carried out,” Mr Pratt said.
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact Leading Senior Constable Charles Heatherley of Castlemaine Police on 5470 4100.
