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Las Vegas and New Orleans Attacks: Police Hunt for Links

Las Vegas, USAFriday, January 3, 2025

Authorities are probing a deadly Tesla Cybertruck blast outside Trump Las Vegas hotel, suspecting a terror act. The vehicle exploded in the valet area, killing the driver and injuring seven bystanders. Sheriff Kevin McMahill stated that investigators are exploring connections to a prior attack in New Orleans, though no links have been found yet. The Cybertruck, rented via Turo in Colorado, was tracked arriving in Las Vegas that morning.

Federal agencies are conducting operations in Colorado Springs, aided by the ATF. Tesla CEO Elon Musk assisted by unlocking the vehicle and providing surveillance footage. The truck carried fireworks, gasoline, and camping fuel, raising questions about motive and planning. Both Turo and the Trump Organization expressed sympathy and support for the victims and authorities. President Joe Biden was briefed and offered federal assistance.

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