Search Is On For Driver After Crashing Into Johnson And Wales Library

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The search is on for the driver that fled the scene after crashing into a library in uptown Charlotte on Sunday evening.

Officials located a vehicle traveling the wrong direction on 5th Street shortly before 8:30 pm.

Officers say they tried to conduct a traffic stop at 5th and Graham, but the driver didn’t stop the vehicle.

CMPD say the vehicle turned onto Cedar Street and then crashed into the library at Johnson and Wales University.

CMPD say the suspect fled from the car after the crash.

Officials say one student was transported to CMC with a minor injury. The victim was sitting in the library at the time of the crash.

Officers say there was no vehicle chase.

This is an ongoing investigation.