Texas Grandmother Dies After Tesla Allegedly Driving on Autopilot Crashes into Home
Summary
Car Crash Katy Georgia in Katy, Georgia: On Friday, June 19, at around 8 p.m., Michael Butler was traveling in a Tesla Model 3 in Katy, Texas, when the vehicle allegedly failed to drive in a single lane, left the roadway, and struck a brick residence at a high rate of speed. The Tesla entered the home and struck 76-year-old Martha Avila, who was inside. Avila was transported via Life Flight to a local hospital, where she was pronounced deceased from her injuries. Butler, who told authorities the car was operating on autopilot, was also transported to the hospital. Authorities found no signs of intoxication and said Butler was cooperative. Avila's daughter Jennifer Barbour, her husband, and their three young children were also inside the home but were uninjured.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Martha Avila | Unknown | Fatal |
| Michael Butler | Unknown | Hospitalized |
| Jennifer Barbour | Unknown | Injured |
| Barbour's husband | Unknown | Injured |
| Michael Butler / Tesla | At-fault party |
Original reporting
Texas Grandmother Dies After Tesla Allegedly Driving on Autopilot Crashes into Home