Tesla is in trouble again. Prosecutors in the US state of California are accusing a Tesla driver of unintentional murder as a result of a fatal accident that occurred in December 2019. The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration states that the autopilot driver assistance feature is active in the event of an accident.
This makes this case notable as it is the first felony resulting from a fatal accident involving a partially automated driving system. If you are wondering about the details of the winner, let’s take a look.
The accident resulted in two deaths
(Honda Civic crashed by Tesla Model S)
This accident, which resulted in two deaths, occurred on December 29, 2019, in Gardena, California. According to reports, the Tesla Model S owned by Kevin Riad went off the road, failed to stop at a red light, and collided with a Honda Civic, killing the occupants.
According to the report, although Riad has pleaded not guilty, no one involved in the case is ready to speak publicly before the February 23 preliminary hearing. The families of both victims are suing Riad and Tesla in separate lawsuits, alleging that the Riad acted negligently and Tesla sold defective vehicles, with the cases expected to reach court in 2023.
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