2 killed after car crashes into D.C. restaurant

An SUV crashed Friday afternoon into the outdoor seating area of a popular Greek restaurant in Northwest Washington, D.C. Authorities said the incident appeared to be an accident. A district police commander described the driver as elderly.

The restaurant is on a busy commercial strip with shops and restaurants, many of which have outdoor seating. Fire trucks lined the street, which was closed off to traffic and pedestrians.

The victims included seven patrons of the restaurant, The Parthenon, and one employee, according to the Washington Fire and EMS chief. They were transported to area hospitals. Two women died and at least nine other people were injured, according to DC and fire officials.