Car Crashes Into Restaurant, Terrifying Influencers Amid Review, on Video

A sedan crashed into a Virginia restaurant during an influencer marketing event on Monday evening, injuring 12 people including three critically. The incident occurred when a 72-year-old driver mistakenly accelerated into The Garden Grille in Arlington during a product launch, captured in viral videos. Emergency responders treated victims with injuries ranging from lacerations to critical trauma. Preliminary findings cite driver error, with charges pending toxicology reports. The event highlights ongoing concerns about urban safety infrastructure and senior driving assessments, prompting NTSB involvement and calls for protective storefront measures.