Vehicle Crashes into Frame Shop in Lexington, S.C.
LEXINGTON, S.C. — In a surprising turn of events, a local frame shop became the scene of an unfortunate accident on Wednesday morning. Kelly Chaffins, the owner of Custom Framer, was left with a daunting cleanup task after a vehicle crashed into her beloved shop.
A Weekday Morning Gone Wrong
As dawn broke, Kelly received a phone call that would send her racing down the road. “I got the call a little after 4 that there’d been an accident, a car in the shop,” she shared with an air of disbelief. “I just live down the road, so I got in my car and came down to look at everything,” she recalled. The whole morning turned into a whirlwind as she arrived to assess the damage.
Lexington Police were quick on the scene, and around 5 a.m., they alerted the community about a vehicle crashing into a building. With safety a priority, they closed off parts of North Lake Drive and North Church Drive for approximately 45 minutes while they managed the situation.
The Driver’s Condition
The young driver, only 19 years old, was taken to a local hospital, with reports indicating that they were under the influence at the time of the crash. The police confirmed that they would be charged with driving under the influence, leaving the community to wonder about the implications of such reckless behavior.
Christmas Preparations Undeterred
Despite the chaos, Kelly Chaffins remains focused on her primary goal: returning to normal operations just in time for the holiday season. “Going through my mind, it’s right at Christmas time, and this should be my busy time,” she expressed, clearly concerned about the timing of this unfortunate event. “I just want to get things cleaned up and back to where I can have my customers get in here and get my work done for them.”
With holiday decor, gifts, and special frames in high demand, Chaffins is determined to bounce back from this setback. “I hope to get everything cleaned up probably by this weekend,” she stated, optimism shining through her words. “Get everything boarded up, I know it’s going to start getting cold out.” The urgency to return to normalcy is palpable as the community gears up for joyful holiday celebrations.
Finding Hope in Adversity
Kelly remains resilient, stating, “It’ll probably take a while to get back on track, but God is with me, and we will get through this.” She is grateful for the outpouring of support from friends and the community, which she believes will help her recover from this accident more swiftly. “I have a lot of friends that will help me,” she reassured, emphasizing the power of community during tough times.
As the dust settles on this accident, Kelly Chaffins is not just cleaning up debris; she’s fostering a spirit of hope, determination, and the will to continue serving her customers. The Custom Framer will undoubtedly come back stronger, proving that even unexpected bumps in the road can’t dim the festive spirit of Lexington this holiday season!
