Firework Mortars and Gas Canners Stuffed Inside Tesla Cybertruck Explode Outside Trump’s Las Vegas Hotel
Investigation Underway to Determine if Incident was an Act of Terrorism
A person was killed and seven others injured after a Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside President-elect Donald Trump’s hotel in Las Vegas early Wednesday. The incident has sparked an investigation into possible terrorism.
Fireworks and Gas Cannisters Found Inside Vehicle
Authorities discovered firework mortars and gas cannisters stuffed into the back of the Tesla Cybertruck that exploded. The vehicle had been rented from Turo in Colorado, and authorities are still working to determine if the person who rented the vehicle is the same person who died in the explosion.
Witnesses Describe Explosions
Witness Ana Bruce described hearing three explosions. “The first one where we saw the fire, the second one, I guess, was the battery or something like that, and the third was the big one that smoked the entire area and was the moment when everyone was told to evacuate and stay away,” she said.
Elon Musk Confirms Explosion was Caused by Fireworks and Gas Cannisters
Tesla CEO Elon Musk confirmed that the explosion was caused by large fireworks and/or a bomb carried in the bed of the rented Cybertruck. All vehicle telemetry was positive at the time of the explosion.
Police Investigating Possible Political Connections
Police are investigating possible political connections to the incident, given Elon Musk’s relationship with President-elect Trump. “This is a Tesla truck, and we know that Elon Musk is working with President-elect Trump, and it’s the Trump Tower,” Sheriff Kevin McMahill said.
Conclusion
The investigation into the explosion outside Trump’s Las Vegas hotel is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the motive behind the incident. While it is still unclear if the explosion was an act of terrorism, the authorities are not ruling out any possibility.
FAQs
Q: What caused the explosion?
A: The explosion was caused by large fireworks and/or a bomb carried in the bed of the rented Cybertruck.
Q: Who rented the vehicle?
A: The vehicle was rented from Turo in Colorado, and authorities are still working to determine if the person who rented the vehicle is the same person who died in the explosion.
Q: Are the authorities investigating possible political connections?
A: Yes, the police are investigating possible political connections to the incident, given Elon Musk’s relationship with President-elect Trump.
Q: Are there any other updates on the investigation?
A: The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the motive behind the incident.
