Driver of Van that Plowed into Moe’s on Monday is Charged With DUI, Reckless Driving

DAHLONEGA, Ga. – Russell Moss, 28, of Woodstock has been charged with DUI and reckless driving after he struck six other cars then plowed into a crowded Moe’s Southwest Restaurant on Morrison Moore Parkway with a plumbing van during lunch hour on Monday.

Several people were injured, including Moss, who suffered what has been described as serious injuries. He was transported to Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville. All but one of the injured were in their cars. Their injuries were believed to be non-life threatening. One person inside the restaurant was injured when he tried to jump out of the way.

Lumpkin County Sheriff Stacy Jarrard asked for prayers from the community for the victims.

The incident remains under investigation by the Georgia State Patrol.

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