CARMEL — A 16-year-old is recovering in the hospital after crashing into an apartment building in Carmel Friday morning.
According to the Carmel Police Department, officers responded before 5:30 a.m. to a report of a vehicle crashed into the Olivia on Main apartment building. This is on the southwest corner of Main Street and Old Meridian.
The driver involved was 16-year-old Carmel High School junior, Michael Jent, according to police.
He was transported to an area hospital with serious injuries.
The cause of the crash is still under investigation, but it is not believed to have been an intentional act.
Michael’s parents have asked the community to please keep him in your thoughts and prayers.
There is no additional information available to release at this time. Updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
This is a developing story.
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