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Two young children were transported to the hospital with life-saving measures in progress after a crash at 114th Street and West Center Road in Omaha; both adult drivers were critically injured, and investigators say speeding or alcohol may be involved as the inquiry continues.
A 53-year-old woman on a three-wheeled Can-Am motorcycle plowed into Commodore Barry Park in Fort Greene, Brooklyn, injuring 12 pedestrians and herself. The rider, Neisha Atkinson, was hospitalized and later charged with two counts of reckless endangerment, reckless driving, failure to yield and improper licensing; authorities say the injuries to victims range from stable to critical as the investigation continues.
A Tesla Model 3, reportedly in Autopilot mode, crashed into a brick home in Katy, Texas, killing 76-year-old Martha Avila inside; the driver, Michael Butler, was injured, cooperative, and the crash is under investigation, with authorities noting the vehicle was moving at a high rate of speed and Tesla’s Autopilot safety history is referenced in context.
On June 22, 2026, a Coast Guard MH-60 Jayhawk aircrew from Air Station Sitka crashed during a training flight near Harbor Mountain in Sitka, Alaska; four crew were rescued and transported to Mt. Edgecumbe Medical Center, with no fatalities reported, and the cause is under investigation.
A Texas woman was killed when a driver using a Tesla Model 3 Autopilot crashed into her home; a doorbell camera captured the moment, and authorities say the driver was using automated driving assistance and is cooperating. Police are examining whether Autopilot played a role, fueling ongoing debates over Autopilot safety and potential NHTSA rule changes.
A Tesla Model 3 in Autopilot mode crashed through a Katy, Texas home, killing 76-year-old Martha Avila; driver Michael Butler was hospitalized, showed no signs of intoxication and is cooperating with investigators. Ring doorbell footage captured the high-speed impact, and authorities along with the NHTSA are reviewing the Autopilot system.
A Tesla driver in Katy, Texas, says Autopilot was active when the car failed to turn and smashed through a home wall, killing a 76-year-old woman inside. Authorities have not independently confirmed the claim; the driver is cooperating, no charges have been filed, and investigators are probing the role of Tesla’s driver-assistance systems as the case unfolds.
A Tesla vehicle reportedly operating in autopilot mode crashed into a house, killing a woman, as investigators investigate whether autopilot was engaged and what caused the deadly crash; authorities have not yet determined a definitive cause, and updates are expected as the investigation continues.
The Scarborough Police Department says Route 1 is now open in both directions after a crash caused a closure between Stewart Drive in Scarborough and the Scarborough-Saco line due to downed wires.
Eight people—Air Force personnel and a contractor—were killed when a B-52 crashed after takeoff during a routine Edwards AFB test flight. The base released the names after a 24-hour waiting period; an Interim Safety Investigation Board is investigating, and the airfield remains closed as support is provided to families.
A Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bomber crashed in Siberia's Irkutsk region during a training flight; the four-person crew ejected and were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, with authorities saying there was no ground damage and the aircraft was flying without a combat load, with engine failure suspected as the likely cause. The Tu-22M3 can carry Kh-22 missiles and the Kinzhal hypersonic missiles.
A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress crashed at Edwards Air Force Base during a routine test flight, killing all eight crew aboard (presumed dead); the incident is under investigation and the base was closed as emergency responders worked the scene.
Eight people are presumed dead after a B-52 Stratofortress crashed on takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base during a routine test mission; initial indications are the crash was not survivable, the airfield was closed, and investigators are looking into the cause.
A Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bomber crashed during a training flight in Russia’s Irkutsk region, with all four crew members ejecting safely and sustaining non-life-threatening injuries; authorities reported no ground damage and the aircraft was flying without a combat load, with engine failure suspected as the likely cause.
A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California; emergency crews responded to the scene and video showed black smoke rising near the airfield. Edwards AFB said more information would be released as available.