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Boulevard Burger closed indefinitely after driver crashed through front windows

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RICHMOND, Va. -- Boulevard Burger and Brew on Arthur Ashe Boulevard is indefinitely closed for repair following a driver crashing into its front windows.

A driver crashed into the front of the building around 11 p.m. Friday, according to EAT Restaurant Partners, the restaurant group Boulevard Burger belongs to.

Richmond Police said an adult male and two adult females were in the car, stopped at an intersection when an argument occurred.

During the argument, the male exited the driver’s seat in an attempt to remove one of the females from the vehicle. She eventually sat in the driver’s seat and attempted to drive the vehicle, but quickly lost control and crashed into the structure.

The driver who crashed the car was charged with driving while impaired and reckless driving. Police are still investigating the incident.

"As a result of the demolition derby that took place last night on Arthur Ashe Blvd., Boulevard Burger and Brew will be closed while we repair the damage to the building," the restaurant stated on its website.

No patrons or restaurant employees were present at the time of the crash.

The restaurant has not shared when it will be able to reopen and will share up-to-date information on its Instagram, @blvdburger.

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