An early morning collision near the intersection of Princess St and Montreal St has left two downtown Kingston storefronts with significant damage.

Kingston Police, Frontenac Paramedics and Kingston Fire & Rescue responded to the 2-vehicle collision, which occurred shortly before 6 a.m.

At least one of the vehicles struck the facade of the building occupied by Windmills Restaurant and Dollarama, damaging both storefronts and requiring them to be condoned off as a precaution. A witness said that he drove by and saw both vehicles in contact with the building. A fire hydrant was also severely damaged in the collision. The extent of injuries is not yet known. The investigation continues and the exact cost of damages has not been released.