Car crashes into Summit Avenue home

A 56-year-old Saugus woman drove her 2003 Toyota over a retaining wall and into the porch of a home at 15 Summit Ave. shortly after 9 p.m. Friday, according to Saugus police. “There was significant damage to the car and the porch of the home,” said Saugus Police Chief Michael Ricciardelli.

“We do not have a dollar amount on the damage. The driver went to the hospital with a head injury so the officer was unable to get a statement. We do not believe that it was alcohol-related. She was not charged,” the chief said.

Initially, it did not appear that the driver suffered any injury, as she got out of the car. But she was later transferred to MelroseWakefield Hospital.

The car was removed safely without further damage to the house.