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Car crashes into Orland Park post Office

At approximately 1:49 PM on Thursday, September 21st, 2023, The Orland Fire Protection District (OFPD) responded to a report that a car had crashed into the building at 9500 W. 144th Place, identified as the Orland Park Post Office.

On arrival crews found a vehicle that had driven completely into the lobby at the post office.

The car drove through the glass windows and was stopped by a brick wall causing damage to the lobby.

The driver of the car stated she was not injured but was checked out at the scene by Orland Paramedics.

Vehicle crashes into Orland Park Post Office on 114th Place.

The lobby did have numerous customers waiting for service but they were able to escape injury.

The building had to be boarded up and was closed until it was rendered safe.

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