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Las Vegas authorities, FBI investigate Cybertruck explosion outside Trump Hotel that left 1 dead, 7 injured
Las Vegas authorities, FBI investigate Cybertruck explosion outside Trump Hotel that left 1 dead, 7 injured
Las Vegas authorities, FBI investigate Cybertruck explosion outside Trump Hotel that left 1 dead, 7 injured

Published on: 01/01/2025

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Authorities in Las Vegas on Wednesday responded to a vehicle fire and explosion outside Trump International Hotel.

Watch here for the latest from the authorities on the investigation:

Full press conference: Authorities share details on Cybertruck explosion outside Trump hotel in Las Vegas

According to officials, a 2024 Tesla Cybertruck pulled up to the Trump Hotel glass entrance doors before exploding.

One person is confirmed dead and seven others were injured, according to Las Vegas Metropolitan Sheriff Kevin McMahill.

WATCH | Scripps News Las Vegas spoke to someone who was staying at the hotel. He shared what he saw before he evacuated:

Authorities investigating vehicle explosion at Trump Hotel in Las Vegas

Investigators have not said what caused the blast, whether it was something wrong with the vehicle, something external or some sort of explosive inside the vehicle.

Viewer video: Smoke from Trump Hotel car fire

Authorities also confirmed that anyone who was staying at the hotel has been moved to Resorts World.

Eric Trump released the following statement on social media Wednesday:

Earlier today, a reported electric vehicle fire occurred in the porte cochère of Trump Las Vegas. The safety and well-being of our guests and staff remain our top priority. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Las Vegas Fire Department and local law enforcement for their swift response and professionalism.

This story was originally published by Scripps News Las Vegas.

News Source : https://www.kbzk.com/us-news/las-vegas-authorities-fbi-investigate-cybertruck-explosion-outside-trump-hotel-that-left-1-dead-7-injured

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