Vehicle crashes into Buckhead Post Office, forcing immediate closure

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SUV rams into Buckhead Post Office

A Buckhead Post Office had to close early Monday afternoon because an SUV slammed into the front of it. Atlanta police say a Range Rover crashed into The Pharr Road Post.

A Buckhead post office was abruptly closed on Monday afternoon after a vehicle slammed into its front. 

The incident occurred at around 3:20 p.m. at the U.S. Post Office located along Pharr Road. 

What we know:

According to the Atlanta Police Department, the driver of a Ranger Rover remained at the scene after the collision. 

FOX 5 cameras at the scene captured the SUV having gone through the front glass façade. 

Authorities say the woman driving the SUV and a woman inside the building received minor injuries. The bystander was taken to an area hospital for treatment.

The driver was cited at the scene.

What we don't know:

The cause of the crash remains under investigation. 

While the post office was closed immediately following the crash, it was unclear whether it would reopen on Tuesday.

The Source: The Atlanta Police Department provided the details for this article. This article was updated since it was originally published.

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