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Car hits a convenience store in Villisca – No injures, but damage est. at $25k

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August 14th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

The driver of a 2018 Chevy Cruz was attempting to park her vehicle, Thursday morning, when she accidentally stepped on the accelerator pedal instead of the brake. The vehicle, driven by 77-year-old Norma Jean Parish, of Villisca, struck the side of the Casey’s General Store in Villisca, causing an estimated $25,000 damage to the structure, and $4,500 damage to the car. The accident happened at around 10:45-a.m., Thursday.

Parish wasn’t injured during the mishap. Authorities say there were no citations issued, since it happened on private property.