A CAR crashed into a house in Cinderford demolishing a corner pillar last Friday evening.

Police and fire crews were called out and a family had to evacuate the house as there was a risk of part of the building collapsing.

David Ruck, the homeowner, said: "I was just on my way back from work when this happened.

"My wife said the crash sounded like a massive explosion, she was quite shaken up."

A 52-year-old woman, the driver of the blue Suzuki Ignis, was treated for minor injuries to her hands.

Mr Ruck said: "Last night we were advised to leave the house because it wasn't deemed safe.

"We can't survive in a two-bedroom house, especially one that's dangerous to live in."

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