Driver claims Tesla autopilot was on during fatal crash in Texas - WPXI
Summary
Car Crash Katy Texas in Katy, Texas: A Tesla Model 3 driven by Michael Butler crashed into a home in Katy, Texas, around 8 p.m. on June 19, killing a woman who was inside the home. The woman was flown to a hospital where she was pronounced dead. Butler was injured and taken to an area hospital; the Harris County Sheriff's Office said he showed no signs of intoxication and was cooperative. Tesla stated the driver manually overrode the self-driving system by pressing the accelerator to 100%, reaching 73 mph in a residential area.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Michael Butler | Unknown | Unknown |
Original reporting
Driver claims Tesla autopilot was on during fatal crash in Texas - WPXI