An elderly woman in Texas died on June 22, 2026, after a Tesla Model 3 crashed into her home. The driver, Michael Butler, informed police that he was using the vehicle's automated driver-assistance system at the time of the incident. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office reported that Butler was not intoxicated and is cooperating with the investigation, which is examining the role of the Autopilot feature in the crash. According to officials, Butler lost control of the vehicle, failed to maintain a single lane, and struck the residence at a high rate of speed.
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NHTSA Investigates Tesla Autopilot Crash Resulting in Fatality
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating a crash involving a Tesla Model 3 that resulted in the death of an elderly woman in Texas. The driver stated he was using the vehicle's Autopilot feature when he lost control and crashed into the home.
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