LAS VEGAS (Diya TV) — A Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas on Wednesday morning, killing one and injuring seven. Authorities are investigating the incident as a possible act of terrorism.
The explosion happened at about 9 a.m. local time. The explosion was accompanied by thick smoke and debris. People claimed to have heard loud booms and seen the vehicle engulfed in flames. The blast forced the evacuation of the hotel and nearby businesses.
A police official, speaking on condition of anonymity, indicated that the episode is being treated as a terrorist attack. The official said the truck was driven into the hotel’s entrance with apparent intent before exploding. The authorities are scrutinizing whether the Cybertruck held explosives or some type of hazardous material.
The chief executive of Tesla, Elon Musk, who was in Las Vegas to celebrate New Year’s with President-elect Donald Trump, has been informed of the incident. His team is cooperating with the authorities to determine the cause of the explosion. He expressed his condolences to the victims and their families.
The explosion comes shortly after a similar incident earlier on the same day when a pickup truck was driven into a crowd, killing and wounding several individuals in New Orleans. The question of whether both incidents are linked is being pursued by the investigating authorities.
The investigation is being spearheaded by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department with federal agencies, such as the FBI, to aid in the process. Police have sealed off the surroundings of the hotel and are calling on citizens to avoid the area as investigations unfold.
The Trump International Hotel is a luxury hotel and condominium tower owned by the Trump Organization. It is located on the Las Vegas Strip. The hotel has been a venue for various events and has gained attention due to its association with former President Donald Trump.
There are no arrests so far, and the authorities are trying to identify the one who committed the blast. The victims’ identities are not known yet because of non-publication to their next of kin.
This has also sparked fears for public safety and in light of recent attacks on New Orleans. The authorities are asking the public to be vigilant and report anything suspicious.
