The Fullerton Police Department said the driver admitted to putting the vehicle in self-driving mode while he was on the phone.
A Tesla that was in self-driving mode, plowed into a police cruiser in California while the officer was investigating a deadly crash.A Tesla that was in self-driving mode plowed into a police cruiser in Fullerton, California while the officer was investigating a deadly crash.The Fullerton Police Department said the police cruiser had its emergency lights on, and several flares were placed on the road when a blue Tesla crashed into the vehicle.
"The driver of this Tesla admitted to engaging his vehicle's 'self-drive' mode while using his cell phone, a clear violation of responsible driving practices and California law," said police a news release. No major injuries were reported. The Tesla driver is cooperating with the investigation, according to police.Police said a driver hit the motorcyclist and one person was killed though further details weren't immediately available.
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