On Wednesday morning, a terrifying incident occurred outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas, where a Cybertruck exploded just outside its main entrance.
The explosion resulted in one fatality and left seven others injured.
The truck, made by Tesla – a company owned by Elon Musk, a known ally of former President Donald Trump – was seen engulfed in flames in videos shared on social media, prompting the FBI to launch an investigation.
The Explosive Scene
Surveillance footage revealed the Cybertruck sitting peacefully outside the hotel, showing no apparent issues.
Within moments, however, the vehicle erupted in a violent explosion.
The roof of the truck blew off first, followed by the vehicle being launched into the air.
Debris scattered across the area as sparks flew, resembling fireworks, while thick black smoke billowed into the sky.
The explosion was so intense that it sent shockwaves through the area, leaving bystanders in disbelief.
Casualties and Investigations
The driver of the Cybertruck was reported dead, according to local news outlet KTNV, and seven other people sustained injuries, as confirmed by AZ Family.
Authorities, including the Las Vegas Police Department and the FBI, are working to determine the cause of the explosion.
The investigation remains ongoing, and no conclusions have been reached yet.
Chaos and Emergency Response
In the aftermath of the explosion, large orange flames could be seen escaping from the windows of the truck, accompanied by more explosive sounds.
The hotel’s fire alarms went off, though it remains unclear if guests were evacuated.
Thankfully, the fire was later extinguished, according to the police.
Witness Reactions
The blast left a massive cloud of smoke hanging over the Trump International Hotel on Fashion Show Drive, sending shockwaves through the local community.
Tourists and hotel guests were visibly shaken by the event.
One hotel guest, Stephen Felando, shared his experience in a video on social media, describing the explosion as “massive” and saying that the windows of the building “shimmed” from the impact.
“Something major just exploded here,” he said.
“Something just went off in the valet section… I don’t know what just did, but something just blew.”
Official Statements
Eric Trump, son of the former president, later shared a statement on social media, assuring the public that the safety of their guests and staff was their top priority.
“We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Las Vegas Fire Department and local law enforcement for their swift response and professionalism,” he wrote, acknowledging the prompt actions taken by first responders.
As authorities continue to investigate the cause of this devastating explosion, both the Las Vegas Police and the FBI are working to uncover what led to the tragic incident.
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