Police: Vehicle crashes into Lake County Tax Collector's office, injuries unknown

Car crashes into Lake County tax office, forcing temporary closure

The Lake County Tax Collector’s Office in Clermont was forced to close Tuesday after a car crashed into the side of the building, prompting an evacuation and structural safety concerns.

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. - A vehicle crashed into the Lake County Tax Collector's office on Tuesday afternoon. 

The Clermont Police Department examined damages and as a safety precaution, the building was evacuated around 1 p.m. The building will remain closed as officials assess structural damage. 

What we know:

Around 2:20 p.m., crews were cleaning up building debris from the crash. A hole in the side of the building was covered by a tarp-like covering. 

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The Tax Collector's office released the following statement on its website: "Our Clermont service center will be closed for the remainder of the day. For customers who need immediate assistance with a driver's license or motor vehicles, you may visit our closest location in Four Corners. For property taxes, please visit us in Leesburg or Tavares. Online services are also available, and our Clermont Kiosk at Citrus Tower Village Publix (250 Citrus Tower Blvd, Clermont, FL 34711)."

Clermont Police investigate a vehicle crash into the Lake County Tax Collector's office on Tuesday, Nov. 25. (Source: SKYFOX)

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What we don't know:

It's not known when the building will reopen, but officials said to view the Lake County Tax Collector's office website for further information. 

Police did not say if any injuries resulted from the crash.