Driver smashes into building and flees, deputies say

HARRIS COUNTY – Harris County sheriff's deputies said a driver ran a stop sign and crashed into a building in northeast Harris County.

Around 3:30 a.m. Saturday deputies found a large hole in the brick wall of the Harris County Water Control Building No. 74 at 4901 Sandydale Lane. There was also damage to the lobby of the building. 

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According to deputies, the male driver of a white Ford sedan crashed into the building after running a stop sign. The man fled the scene after the crash.

Deputies believe the man either fell asleep or was intoxicated.  The crash is still under investigation.