A driver lost control and slammed into an autism therapy center in Smyrna on Sunday afternoon, forcing the facility to close and redirect young patients to other locations while repairs are underway.

Vehicle Tears Through Property Before Impact

The crash occurred around 3 p.m. Sunday at Circle City ABA’s office on Interstate North Circle, located near the Battery entertainment district in Cobb County. Police arrived after receiving multiple reports of a vehicle inside a building. The car jumped the sidewalk, knocked down the entrance sign, crashed through a fence, and tore across the parking lot before slamming into the side of the building. Yellow police tape now surrounds the property, and a tarp covers the large hole punched through the front office wall.

Firefighters found the driver already outside the vehicle when they reached the scene. The driver sustained minor injuries, and authorities confirmed no one else was hurt in the incident. Circle City ABA was closed at the time of the crash, preventing what could have been injuries to children receiving therapy or staff members working inside the facility.

Therapy Center Redirects Families

Circle City ABA provides autism therapy services to families throughout the Atlanta metro area. The organization posted on social media that the Smyrna location would remain temporarily closed following the crash. Parents scheduled for appointments at this location have been directed to use the company’s other facilities while repairs are completed. The extent of structural damage and expected timeline for reopening remains unclear. The sidewalk where the driver lost control serves as a popular pedestrian route for people walking to the Battery or accessing nearby trails.

Investigation Continues

Cobb County investigators have not determined what caused the driver to lose control. The crash remains under investigation, and authorities have not released information about whether speed, mechanical failure, or driver impairment played a role. The Battery area draws heavy foot traffic daily, making the sidewalk location of the initial loss of control particularly concerning. No charges have been announced against the driver at this time. The therapy center specializes in Applied Behavior Analysis treatment for children with autism spectrum disorders, providing critical services that families now must access at alternative locations until the Smyrna office reopens.