Dramatic Crash: Tesla Cybertruck Explodes in Las Vegas, 1 Person Killed and 7 Injured
Cybertruck Explosion Rocks Trump Hotel in Las Vegas
A shocking incident occurred early Wednesday morning outside the Trump Hotel in Las Vegas, where a Tesla Cybertruck exploded, killing the driver and injuring seven others. The FBI is investigating the incident, which they believe may be an act of terrorism.
The Investigation
According to FBI agent Jeremy Schwartz, the explosion appears to be intentional. Authorities found gas cans, camp fuel canisters, and firework mortars in the electric truck, which was rented to Matthew Alan Livelsberger, an active-duty U.S. Army servicemember on leave in Colorado at the time of the incident.
Security Footage Reveals the Blast
Security footage shows flames erupting from the cab a split second before the bed explodes. After that, you can see fireworks pop off. The explosion happened approximately 15 seconds after the Cybertruck pulled up to the hotel.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk Provides Clues
Tesla CEO Elon Musk provided the FBI with security footage from Supercharger stations, mapping the Cybertruck’s journey into Vegas. The footage shows the truck arriving at the Trump Hotel around an hour after it stopped in front of the hotel. Musk confirmed that the explosion was caused by large fireworks and/or a bomb carried in the bed of the rented Cybertruck.
The Cybertruck’s Construction Contained the Blast
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Sheriff Kevin McMahill credited the Cybertruck’s construction for containing the explosion. The truck’s body panels are made from sheets of stainless steel, which limited the damage inside the valet area.
The Investigation Continues
The FBI and Las Vegas police are still investigating the incident, and authorities believe it may be isolated. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the motive behind the explosion.
Key Takeaways
• The FBI is investigating the explosion of a Tesla Cybertruck outside the Trump Hotel in Las Vegas.
• The incident killed the driver and injured seven others.
• Authorities believe the explosion may be an act of terrorism.
• The Cybertruck was rented via the service Turo, and the suspect served in the U.S. Army.
• The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the motive behind the explosion.
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