Crime & Safetyscore 654·6 metrosupdated 4h ago

Tesla Crash in Texas Leads to Manslaughter Charge and Lawsuit

Michael Butler has been charged with manslaughter after a Tesla crashed into a home in Katy, Texas, killing Martha Avila. Her family has since filed a lawsuit against both the driver and the car manufacturer.

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