Driver crashes into Cynthia’s of Bend, causing more than $10,000 in damage
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Bill and Katie Bellows, owners of Cynthia’s of Bend, are dealing with major damage to their longtime shop after a driver crashed into the business early Sunday morning.
Bend Police say it happened just after 2am on Southeast 3rd Street.
Investigators say 42-year-old Robert Waller of Bend, suspected of drunk driving, slammed into the front of the store.
The crash damaged the inside and outside of the business destroying fabric displays, sewing machines and work tables. The Bellows estimate repair will cost more than $10,000.
Waller was taken to St. Charles Bend before being booked into custody. He faces charges of DUI, reckless driving, and criminal mischief.
Despite the setback, the Bellows have boarded up the storefront and say Cynthia’s will reopen at its normal time Tuesday. Customers should expect to see some of the visible damage as repairs continue.