A Tesla Cybertruck carrying fuel canisters and firework mortars exploded outside the Trump Hotel’s glass entrance in Las Vegas. The incident killed the driver and injured seven others. Police have not released the names of the individuals involved but confirmed all injuries were minor. The truck, rented in Colorado, arrived in Las Vegas less than two hours before the explosion.
Dramatic footage showed the truck parked before exploding, sending bursts of colourful fireworks in all directions. Sheriff Kevin McMahill shared images of the aftermath, revealing charred remains, fuel canisters and firework mortars. Officials are investigating potential connections to a deadly truck attack in New Orleans earlier the same day.
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President Joe Biden stated that the White House is tracking the Las Vegas explosion and its possible connection to New Orleans. “Law enforcement and the intelligence community are investigating this as well, including whether there’s any possible connection with the attack in New Orleans,” he said during an evening address.
The FBI has not confirmed whether the incident was an act of terrorism or linked to the Islamic State group. A Turo spokesperson confirmed both vehicles involved in the incidents were rented through their app and noted that the renters had no known criminal backgrounds. Sheriff McMahill reassured the public that there is no ongoing threat to the Las Vegas community.
Emergency responders quickly extinguished the fire, and guests were evacuated to other locations. Eric Trump, President-elect Donald Trump’s son, thanked first responders for their professionalism, stating, “The safety and well-being of our guests and staff remain our top priority.”
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