Early this morning, at approximately 12:35A.M., the Batavia Police Department received the report of a vehicle that struck a house 99 North Street at the intersection of North street at Bank street.
The sole occupant and operator, Patrick Spikes, 39, no address provided, was located at the scene. It is believed that Spikes was traveling eastbound on North street at an imprudent speed, and attempted to make a left turn, northbound on to Bank street. Spikes failed to stop for the stop sign at the intersection, and was unable to navigate the turn, subsequently striking the house at 99 North street.
The impact dislodged a National Fuel line from the residence, and damaged the chimney structure. The residence was evacuated, and National Fuel responded to rectify the issue.
No people were injured as a result of the accident.
During the investigation it was determined that Spikes does not have a valid NYS Driver’s License. Spikes was issued multiple uniform traffic tickets and the vehicle was towed from the scene.
The Batavia Police Department would like to thank the City of Batavia Fire Department, City of Batavia Code Enforcement, National Fuel and Boardup of Western NY for their assistance at the scene.
The Batavia Police Department can be reached at 585-345-6350, the confidential tip line at 585-345-6370 or online at
http://www.batavianewyork.com/police-department/webforms/report-suspicious-drug-orcriminal-activity.