BOSTON (WHDH) - Police have launched an investigation after a car barreled into a house in Mattapan early Sunday morning, officials said.

Emergency crews responding to a reported crash in the area of Walk Hill Street around 1 a.m. found debris scattered across the sidewalk and at least three severely damaged cars, including one that became wedged under the steps leading up to the porch.

A preliminary investigation determined a multi-vehicle crash caused one vehicle to slam into the porch after hitting a fire hydrant, according to Boston police.

One driver was taken to an area hospital with minor injuries.

No additional information was immediately available.

This is a developing story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest updates.

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