Police were called to the High Street in Kessingland just after 11.30pm on Wednesday after a black Renault van crashed into a lamppost as well as two homes.

The van ploughed into the front of a house on the corner of the road, causing significant damage.

The lamppost caused damaged to homes along the street (Image: Mark Boggis)

The lamppost, as well as debris, was sent spiralling through the air following the crash, damaging nearby homes.

Neighbours had to evacuate their houses after a gas service pipe was damaged, sparking a leak, and Cadent are at the scene.

A total of five properties were left damaged, and a teenage boy, who lives in one of the affected homes, suffered a minor head injury as a result of the impact.

He is currently in A&E.

The house that the van smashed into last night (Image: Mick Howes)

The driver, a 41-year-old man, fled the scene, but police found him nearby after a short search.

He was arrested on suspicion of driving while unfit through drink or drugs and failing to stop or report an accident.

The man was initially taken to the hospital for assessment but was then moved to Great Yarmouth Police Investigation Centre, where he is currently being quizzed by officers.

Any witnesses are urged to contact the force quoting CAD 386 from March 11.

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