Who is Evan Miller? Driver crashes car into second floor of Pennsylvania home in 'intentional act'

The driver of the car, Evan Miller, managed to exit the vehicle and was transported to a hospital for medical evaluation
PUBLISHED AUG 8, 2023
Car crashes into second floor of Pennsylvania home, left dangling from roof in ‘intentional act’ (Junction Fire Company)
Car crashes into second floor of Pennsylvania home, left dangling from roof in ‘intentional act’ (Junction Fire Company)

MIFFLIN COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA: In a jaw-dropping incident that seems straight out of a movie, a car was launched into the air and found its resting place in the second-floor bedroom of a residence in Pennsylvania. The remarkable incident took place on Alfarata Road in Decatur Township, at around 3:15 pm on Sunday, August 6, creating a scene of shock and disbelief. Police are investigating the crash as an "intentional act".

The Junction Fire Company promptly responded to the chaotic scene, discovering a Toyota Corolla wedged onto the roof and protruding through a dormer of the house. Fortunately, the driver of the car, Evan Miller, had managed to exit the vehicle and was transported to a hospital for medical evaluation. Miraculously, none of the occupants within the house sustained injuries.

The Toyota Corolla was dangling from the second floor of the house after launching into it (Junction Fire Company)
The Toyota Corolla was dangling from the second floor of the house after launching into it (Junction Fire Company)

Who is Evan Miller? 

In an unexpected twist, Pennsylvania State Police announced that the crash was not deemed accidental. Investigators have determined that the incident was an "intentional act" leading to pending charges against the 20-year-old driver.

Police said investigators believe the crash was not an accident (Junction Fire Company)
Police said investigators believe the crash was not an accident (Junction Fire Company)

Miller is currently receiving medical treatment for his injuries at a nearby hospital. Authorities are considering a range of charges against him, including felony aggravated assault, felony criminal mischief with property damage, recklessly endangering another person, harassment, reckless driving, careless driving, failing to drive at a safe speed, and disregarding traffic lanes. The incident's motive remains uncertain, leaving the community perplexed by this baffling turn of events.

No one inside the home was harmed (Junction Fire Company)
No one inside the home was harmed (Junction Fire Company)

The events leading to this extraordinary occurrence are both puzzling and concerning. The vehicle reportedly struck a small culvert adjacent to the home's driveway, propelling it through the air. Astonishing photographs shared by the fire company showcase the astonishing impact, highlighting the vehicle stuck on the lower roof above the front porch, with its front end heavily damaged and firmly lodged into the crooked dormer. The resulting wreckage left large splinters of wood scattered across the roof and lawn. 

The totaled Toyota Corolla after being pulled from the home (Junction Fire Company)
The totaled Toyota Corolla after being pulled from the home (Junction Fire Company)

The photographs also provide a surreal view of the plaid-wallpapered room, now partially exposed to the outdoors through the new aperture in its wall. The aftermath of the impact reveals broken wood and debris covering the floor, with even an old treadmill still standing upright. The upheaval is evident in the flipped bed and the jumble of materials. Efforts by emergency crews stabilized the building to prevent further collapse, even placing a tarp over the hole to guard against incoming storms.

The driver was taken to the hospital to be evaluated for injuries (Junction Fire Company)
The driver was taken to the hospital to be evaluated for injuries (Junction Fire Company)
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