Tesla pushes back as fatal Texas crash reignites self-driving scrutiny
Summary
Car Crash Texas Today in Texas: A Tesla Model 3 driven by Michael Butler left the roadway and struck a brick home on Blooming Park Lane in Harris County, Texas, just after 8 p.m. on June 19, killing a woman inside the residence. Butler told investigators he was operating with an automated driving assistance system engaged at the time of the crash. The Harris County Sheriff's Office Vehicular Crimes Division and NHTSA are investigating the incident, while Tesla disputed that its software caused the crash, citing vehicle data showing the accelerator was manually pressed to 100%.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Michael Butler | Unknown | Unknown |
| Michael Butler / Tesla | At-fault party |
Original reporting
Tesla pushes back as fatal Texas crash reignites self-driving scrutiny