Passenger killed, driver critically injured after Tesla crashes into scaffolding in Midtown
A Tesla driver faces vehicular manslaughter charges after crashing into scaffolding in Midtown Manhattan, killing a passenger. The NYPD confirmed one death in the early morning collision, while the driver sustained critical injuries. Reports indicate the victim was the driver's best friend and that the crash was booze-fueled. Elon Musk has since criticized ABC News regarding their reporting of the incident. The driver remains in critical condition as legal proceedings begin.
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- ✓ A Tesla crashed into scaffolding in Midtown Manhattan.
- ✓ One passenger died in the collision.
- ✓ The NYPD confirmed one death in the early morning crash.
What changed
The driver has been charged with vehicular manslaughter following reports that the crash was alcohol-related.
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Tesla Driver Charged With Manslaughter After Fatal Midtown Crash
A Tesla driver faces vehicular manslaughter charges after crashing into scaffolding in Midtown Manhattan, killing a passenger. The NYPD confirmed one death in the early morning collision, while the driver sustained critical injuries. Reports indicate the victim was the driver's best friend and that the crash was booze-fueled. Elon Musk has since criticized ABC News regarding their reporting of the incident. The driver remains in critical condition as legal proceedings begin.
Why it matters
The crash involved a high-profile vehicle brand and resulted in a fatality in a densely populated urban area. This incident has drawn attention due to the alleged intoxication of the driver and the subsequent public dispute between Elon Musk and the media.
What is confirmed
- A Tesla crashed into scaffolding in Midtown Manhattan.
- One passenger died in the collision.
- The NYPD confirmed one death in the early morning crash.
Still unconfirmed
- The driver is critically injured.
What to watch next
- Further statements from Tesla or Elon Musk regarding the crash details.
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- ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos — Tesla crashes into scaffolding in Midtown Manhattan, killing passenger
- ABC7 New York — Passenger killed, driver critically injured after Tesla crashes into scaffolding in Midtown
- PIX11 — One dead in early morning crash in Midtown Manhattan: NYPD
- nydailynews.com — Tesla driver charged with vehicular manslaughter for killing best friend in booze-fueled NYC crash
- FOX 5 New York — Tesla plows into Manhattan scaffolding, 1 person dead, NYPD says
- PIX11 — Tesla driver was allegedly drunk in fatal Midtown crash: sources
- Teslarati — Elon Musk rips ABC News over fatal NYC Tesla crash report
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