Texas woman killed after Tesla crashes into home
Summary
Car Crash Texas Today in Texas: A 76-year-old woman was killed after a Tesla Model 3 crashed into a home on Friday night around 8 p.m. The 44-year-old Tesla driver slammed into the front of the house, trapping the woman under appliances and debris. The woman was airlifted to a hospital but was pronounced dead before arriving, while the Tesla driver suffered serious injuries and was transported to a hospital. The driver told authorities he was using an automated driving assistance system at the time of the crash, and the incident remains under investigation.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Martha Avila | Unknown | Fatal |
| Unnamed Driver | Driver | Fatal |
| Tesla driver | At-fault party |
Original reporting
Texas woman killed after Tesla crashes into home