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Doorbell cam filmed Tesla Autopilot crash that killed woman in her home

A Tesla Model 3 crashed into a home in Katy, Texas, killing 76-year-old Martha Avila. The driver reported that Autopilot was in use during the incident. The crash is now under federal safety investigation and has led to a lawsuit against Tesla and the driver.

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Federal investigators have opened a safety probe and the victim's family has filed a lawsuit.

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  1. Tesla Autopilot Crash Kills 76-Year-Old Woman in Texas Home

    A Tesla Model 3 crashed into a home in Katy, Texas, killing 76-year-old Martha Avila. The driver reported that Autopilot was in use during the incident. The crash is now under federal safety investigation and has led to a lawsuit against Tesla and the driver.

    What's confirmed:

    • A Tesla Model 3 crashed into a home in Katy, Texas, killing 76-year-old Martha Avila.
    • The driver told officials and police that Autopilot was in use during the crash.
    • Surveillance and doorbell camera footage shows the vehicle speeding and jumping a curb before hitting the house.
    • The crash occurred on a Friday night.
    • The incident is under federal safety investigation.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Elon Musk claims the driver caused the crash by pressing the accelerator.
    • Tesla failed to fix design flaws that contributed to the accident.
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