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- Three high school friends killed and another hurt after Tesla crashes and bursts into flames (newsbreak.com)
Tragedy struck Piedmont, California, when a Tesla Cybertruck crashed, killing three high school graduates and injuring another. The victims, all popular soccer players, were identified as two men and a woman.
The accident occurred early on Thanksgiving morning, and the Cybertruck burst into flames. A bystander pulled the injured survivor from the wreckage, but firefighters were unable to extinguish the blaze.
Police believe speed may have been a factor, as the truck left the road, struck a wall, and became wedged against a tree. Investigators are also considering the potential role of drugs or alcohol.
The victims, all sophomores in college, were described as “smart” and “good kids” by a former teacher. They were mourned by family and friends, who brought flowers to the crash site.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation, but the city’s fire chief ruled out mechanical problems with the Cybertruck. An iPhone in the vehicle alerted authorities to the accident, and police believe the victims were returning from an event.
First responders expressed their condolences to the victims’ families, acknowledging the devastation caused by the tragedy on the eve of Thanksgiving.