Coral Gables, FL (September 14, 2021) - Police in Coral Gables responded to the scene of a deadly accident involving a Tesla on Monday night. The accident took place on Alhambra Circle near the intersection with Coral Way.
According to Officer Kelly Denham and the Coral Gables Police Department, a Tesla was traveling on Alhambra when the driver lost control of the vehicle. The car left the roadway and collided with a tree before erupting into flames. Both the driver and a passenger died at the crash scene. The victims were identified as a 20-year-old man and a 19-year-old woman. Their names have not been released.
Police are still investigating. It is unclear whether speed played a role in the crash. No further information has been released.
A Coral Gables car accident can cause devastating consequences for victims. Drivers in and around the Coral Gables area are responsible for hundreds of crashes every day. In many instances, the lives of innocent motorists are taken because of the actions of a negligent driver. Speeding, distraction, and impairment are among the top causes of a serious car accident occur in the region and drivers should always remember to take precautions in order to lower their risk of being involved in an accident.
Our condolences go out to those affected by this fatal car accident in Coral Gables.
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