Deuel County Sheriff's Office investigating vehicle entering church lawn
The Deuel County. Sheriff's Office is investigating an incident when an SUV left the road and drove upon the St. Joseph's Catholic Church lawn in Chappell.
July 21, 2023Updated: July 24, 2023
By News Channel Nebraska
By News Channel NebraskaVehicle identified. Authorities searching for driver
CHAPPELL -- At about 7:45 p.m. July 20, a dark-colored SUV traveling westbound on Second Street in Chappell approaching Thompson Avenue crossed over the eastbound lane and drove up on the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church lawn.
The vehicle hit the wooden bench and the large flower pot. Sending the flower pot into the west bench causing damage to the bench as well. The vehicle then backed up and headed south on Thompson Avenue, fleeing the scene prior to the Sheriffs Office deputies arrival.
The vehicle was described as a dark colored SUV, possibly black, plates were either 78 county or 68 county, with front end damage on the drivers side and flat drivers side front tire.
On Monday, July 24, authorities said the vehicle had been identified. Authorities are still seeking the identity of the driver.
If you have information, please contact the Deuel County Sheriffs Office 308-874-3305.