Driver Charged with DWI After SUV Slams into Home in Niagara County

An SUV driver was arrested Tuesday night after crashing into a residence in Wheatfield.

The collision happened around 10:10pm on the 2900 block of Brent Drive.

Witnesses at the scene reported that a blue Chevy Trailblazer had slammed into the side of a house, resulting in substantial structural damage.

Police, Fire and medical crews arrived, including members of the Bergholz Fire Company and Tri-Community Ambulance. The Niagara Falls Air Base and the Niagara County Technical Rescue Team were also dispatched to help stabilize the damaged structure.

Authorities said the driver did not appear to be injured. He was subsequently charged with DWI. The residents of the home were unharmed during the crash.

According to police, the vehicle was heading south on Hoover Road when the driver failed to navigate the turn. He left the roadway, struck a garbage tote, struck a tree, and then crashed into the house.

The New York State Police are continuing their investigation into the incident.

Driver Charged with DWI After SUV Slams into Home in Niagara County