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Tesla allegedly in autopilot mode crashes into Texas home, killing 76-year-old woman
Summary by The Trophy Club Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Danielle Abreu , as published by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The driver of the Tesla, a Model 3, has been identified as Michael Butler. Further details about the incident are available from local authorities and news sources, including NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth.
A fatal accident occurred in Texas when a Tesla crashed into a home. The vehicle was reportedly operating in automated driver-assistance mode at the time of the incident.
A 76-year-old woman lost her life in the crash. The driver of the Tesla, a Model 3, has been identified as Michael Butler. The accident happened on Friday around 8 pm local time.
Further details about the incident are available from local authorities and news sources, including NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) ·
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