A tragic event occurred in Las Vegas when a Tesla Cyber truck exploded outside the Trump International Hotel, resulting in 37 year old Matthew Livelsberger's death. The explosion happened on New Year's day and was described as a suicide rather than an act of terrorism. Several bystanders faced minor injuries and minimal damage to the hotel. According to CBS News they claim that Matthew Livelsberger used ChatGPT to plan the Trump Hotel explosion. Sheriff Kevin McMahill said “I think this is the first incident that I’m aware of on U.S soil where ChatGPT is utilized to help an individual build a particular device.”
Matthew Livelsberger drove the Cybertruck to the city and then parked it in front of the hotel, he was identified as a 37 year old active duty US special forces soldier. Reports say that Livelsberger was struggling from PTSD and other mental challenges from his military service. On Jan 3, 2025 Livelsberger drove to Las Vegas in the rented Tesla Cybertruck. According to ABC News, there were two letters found on his phone and called the attack a “ wake up call”. The vehicle pulled up at the Trump International Las Vegas valet area just after 7:30 am on Wednesday. It then left the area, driving around Las Vegas Boulevard, before coming back to the valet area at around 8:40 am and exploding 17 seconds after his arrival.
After the Cyber Truck Explosion that occurred on January 3, many people have mixed emotions and major concerns about Tesla and Elon Musk. The Public views Elon and Tesla as a company that provides useful and helpful information, but have some concerns about privacy and security. Some people like Sheriff Kevin McMahill thanked Elon Musk for the helpful information that helped track down Livelsberger’s location.
So in conclusion, because of the cyber truck explosion incident, people have conflicting views on the Cybertruck and are doubting the privacy and security of the car. Many have also begun questioning the safety of the car. Some think they are helpful and give useful information and others, the opposite. However, despite some of the problems the cyber truck has, people are still purchasing it in droves because of its features and unique characteristics.
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