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Tragic Tesla Plunge off US 50 Claims Driver’s Life near Pollock Pines

Amidst Shock and Sorrow, Questions Arise About Vehicle Safety Measures

Cris Alarcon by Cris Alarcon
May 12, 2024
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Tragic Tesla Plunge off US 50 Claims Driver’s Life near Pollock Pines

Tesla Plunges 300 Feet off US 50

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Pollock Pines (May 12, 2024) – A Tesla careened off U.S. 50 in El Dorado County, hurtling a staggering 300 feet down a hillside, ultimately resulting in the demise of the driver. The incident, which unfolded near Pollock Pines, California, has raised pertinent questions regarding vehicle safety protocols.

According to a report released by the El Dorado County Fire Protection District on Wednesday, the Tesla, driven by a man in his 40s, met its catastrophic fate on Tuesday. The driver, tragically ejected from the vehicle during the ordeal, succumbed to blunt force trauma, with responders pronouncing him dead upon arrival at the scene.

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The circumstances surrounding the crash paint a harrowing picture. Emergency crews faced substantial challenges in locating the wreckage, exacerbated by the vehicle’s remote position down the hillside. It wasn’t until the driver’s spouse received notification of the crash and the subsequent immobilization of the Tesla that authorities were alerted to the incident.

Navigating through the rugged terrain, responders relied on longitude and latitude coordinates provided by Tesla to pinpoint the crash site, situated approximately 3.5 miles east of Pollock Pines along the north side of U.S. 50.

Amidst the wreckage, responders discovered two booster seats, prompting immediate concerns about potential occupants. However, the driver’s wife confirmed that their children were safely at home, averting what could have been an even greater tragedy.

Details regarding the identity of the driver remain scant, with authorities withholding further information pending notification of next of kin. As the investigation unfolds, the incident serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of road safety and the ongoing dialogue surrounding the role of emerging automotive technologies in preventing such tragedies.

Source: El Dorado County Fire Protection District
Via: Cris Alarcon
Cris Alarcon

Cris Alarcon

Former Member: Executive Board of Directors, Treasurer, Boys & Girl Club of El Dorado County Western Slope. - Former Member: Board of Directors, Treasurer, Food Bank of El Dorado County. - Opening Team Dealer at Red Hawk Casino - Retried EDC Elections Department Inspector. - Youngest Charter Member of the Hangtown Kennel Club. - Political Strategist and Campaign Manager.

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