FARMINGTON -- A Lincoln man is facing several charges after his vehicle struck the corner of Mandalay Asian Cuisine restaurant in Farmington, according to Farmington police.
Police cited Christopher Asher, 21, in connection with driving while intoxicated on drugs, criminal mischief, failure to maintain control and reckless driving, all misdemeanors.
Lt. Chad Parrish said Asher, driving a white Ford Ranger, was westbound on Main Street around 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 11, when he crossed two lanes of traffic, drove through a yard and hit the northeast corner of the restaurant.
The restaurant announced on its Facebook page that it would be closed while repairs are made to the building. Police said pieces of the truck could be seen inside the building.
Asher refused to be taken by ambulance to the hospital at the scene. Farmington police officer Jimmy Brotherton said he later took Asher to the hospital at Asher's request.
Asher is scheduled to appear in Farmington District Court on June 20.
General News on 04/18/2018