Jacksonville man arrested for DUI after crashing into Middleburg church, Clay deputies say

MIDDLEBURG, Fla. — A Jacksonville man is facing DUI charges after deputies say he drove a car into a church in Clay County.

Deputies say 32-year-old William Charles Davis pulled out a knife at the Fresh Spot, a lounge on County Road 220 in Middleburg, on Friday, May 12.

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Davis tried to leave in his car when he lost control and crashed into the nearby True Life Church.

He tried to run away but was taken into custody a short time later.

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The pastor of the church told Action News Jax the damage is a major inconvenience, but the church will still be able to hold services.

The church sustained an estimated $20,000 in damage.

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