A vehicle crashed into the Renew Massage Studio in the Denver metro area early Saturday morning, causing significant structural damage before the driver fled the scene, CBS News reported
The incident occurred around 12:30 a.m. near 26th Avenue and N. Paramount Parkway. When West Metro Fire Rescue arrived at the scene, the vehicle and its driver were already gone. Authorities have not yet confirmed if a suspect has been identified or if an arrest has been made in connection with the hit-and-run.
The impact was severe enough to threaten the integrity of the storefront. West Metro Fire Rescue officials had to deploy a technical rescue team to stabilize the building. Responders installed several shores to prevent the structure from collapsing while emergency repairs are assessed.
The Renew Massage Studio faces emergency repairs
The business, located in Lakewood, is dealing with the immediate aftermath of the collision. In a social media post, the studio informed its clientele that the facility sustained “significant structural damage” due to the unexpected accident. The business will remain closed for the next several days while emergency repairs are underway.
For small business owners in the Denver metro area, an event like this represents more than just physical damage; it is a sudden disruption to operations and revenue. While the structural stabilization is the immediate priority for first responders, the long-term impact on the studio’s ability to serve the Lakewood community depends on the extent of the internal damage discovered during the repair process.
Local law enforcement continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash. As of now, the identity of the driver remains unknown.