Hickory Food Lion closed after driver accidentally crashes through front of store

HICKORY, N.C. — An elderly woman accidentally drove into the front of the Food Lion on North Center Street Wednesday afternoon in Hickory, leaving a gaping hole in the front of the building.

The store had to close for the day following the crash.

This is a developing story. Check back with wsoctv.com for updates.

Eyewitnesses told Channel 9 reporter Dave Faherty that no one was hurt.

There’s no word on what caused the crash, or if any charges will be filed.

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