Vehicle Crash Damages Springfield Restaurant

No injuries reported after SUV driver mistakenly hits gas instead of brake

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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A vehicle crashed into a Springfield, Missouri restaurant on Saturday afternoon after the driver of an SUV allegedly hit the gas pedal instead of the brake, causing the vehicle to collide with the Thai Palace restaurant on East Battlefield Road.

Why it matters

Vehicle crashes into buildings can pose serious risks to public safety, even if no injuries occur, and often result in significant property damage that disrupts local businesses and the surrounding community.

The details

According to the Springfield Police Department, officers were dispatched to the Thai Palace restaurant around 3:45 p.m. on Saturday after receiving reports of a vehicle crashing into the building. Police said the driver of the SUV mistakenly hit the gas instead of the brake, leading the vehicle to crash into the restaurant.

  • The incident occurred on Saturday, February 15, 2026 around 3:45 p.m.

The players

Thai Palace

A restaurant located in Springfield, Missouri that was damaged in the vehicle crash.

Springfield Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the incident and provided details about the crash.

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The takeaway

While no injuries were reported, this incident serves as a reminder of the potential dangers of vehicle crashes, especially when they occur near businesses and public spaces. It highlights the importance of safe driving practices and the need for measures to protect pedestrians and property from such accidents.