Pickup truck crashes into Longmont Humane Society facility

A pickup truck crashed into the Longmont Humane Society on Saturday afternoon, causing the facility to close temporarily. The accident happened shortly after 1 p.m. near the main entrance of the building. Thankfully, no animals or bystanders were hurt. Russell Hinkle, the CEO of the humane society, expressed relief that the truck managed to drive between two support columns, avoiding more serious damage. The driver might have suffered minor injuries, but their exact condition is not confirmed. It is also unclear if the driver will face any charges. Witnesses reported a loud noise similar to an explosion at the time of the crash, which startled people and animals nearby. The humane society closed for the rest of the day to assess the damage and clean up debris. The total cost of the damage is still unknown, but the humane society is coordinating with its insurance company on next steps. The facility reopened on Sunday and had a successful day, with 19 animals adopted. This positive outcome shows strong support from the community.