Investigators Examining Whether Tesla's Navigation Technology Was Active in Crash That Killed Woman Inside Katy Home - Covering Katy News
Summary
Car Crash Katy Georgia in Katy, Georgia: A Tesla failed to make a right turn at an intersection and continued forward at a high rate of speed, crashing into the front room of a residence in the 21300 block of Rose Hollow Lane in the Katy area of Harris County, Texas, about 8 p.m. Thursday night. A 76-year-old woman standing inside the room was struck by the vehicle and transported to a hospital, where she later died from her injuries. The Tesla's driver, a 44-year-old man, was also taken to a hospital and is cooperating with investigators. Investigators are examining whether Tesla's driver-assistance technology was engaged or whether the driver had full control of the vehicle at the time of the crash.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 44-year-old Tesla driver | At-fault party |