Another senseless tragedy in Las Vegas has unfolded with Tesla yet again running over a pedestrian.
According to police, a 33-year-old man is dead after he was hit by a Telsa at around 1:20 a.m. near the intersection of Rainbow Boulevard and Vegas Drive.
According to Las Vegas Metropolitan police, preliminary details showed a Tesla Model Y was driving south on Rainbow approaching the intersection with Vegas Drive.
The man on the skateboard was attempting to cross Rainbow on the north side of the intersection when the Tesla hit him. The driver of the Tesla failed to stop at the scene or notify police.
Tributes are pouring in for the martial arts expert and father killed by Tesla.
A 32-year-old man killed in a west Las Vegas hit-and-run this week was an adored father and “greatly respected” martial artist, according to friends.
Patrick Deloriea died after a Tesla Model Y hit him while he crossed at Rainbow Boulevard and Vegas Drive around 1:20 a.m. Tuesday, according to the Clark County coroner’s office.
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“He was loved for his skills and presence as a fighter, but everyone who trained with him also knew his dedication as a dad,” Murphie added.
Drysdale said Deloriea is survived by his toddler son, Mason, and mother, Melody Peterson.