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Watch: Irvine, California unveils first Cybertruck police car in the US
The Irvine Police Department in California has become the first police force in the United States to add a Tesla Cybertruck to its fleet. The electric pickup truck was unveiled at a special event on October 8, 2024.
The Irvine Police Department has been working with Tesla for several months to develop a custom Cybertruck for law enforcement use.
The truck is equipped with a number of special features, including a police-grade computer system, a high-speed chase mode, and a powerful spotlight.
The Irvine Police Department plans to use the Cybertruck for a variety of law enforcement purposes, including patrolling highways, responding to traffic accidents, and conducting special operations.
The department believes that the Cybertruck will be a valuable addition to its fleet and will help the department to better serve the community.
The unveiling of the Cybertruck police car comes just as Tesla is preparing to begin mass production of the vehicle. The Cybertruck is expected to be available to consumers later this year.
Here are some of the key features of the Irvine Police Department’s Cybertruck:
- Police-grade computer system
- High-speed chase mode
- Powerful spotlight
- All-wheel drive
- 0-60 mph acceleration in less than 3 seconds
- 350-mile range
- Supercharging capability
The Irvine Police Department is excited to be the first police force in the United States to use the Tesla Cybertruck. The department believes that the Cybertruck will be a valuable tool in its fight against crime and will help to make the community a safer place.
Emergency services in Queens responded to a multi-casualty incident (MCI) late Thursday involving a major motor vehicle accident on the Kosciuszko Bridge.
The accident left six individuals injured, including two victims in critical condition suffering from traumatic cardiac arrest.
First responders arrived on scene under Box 8380, finding multiple vehicles involved in a collision that caused significant damage and blocked portions of the bridge.
Emergency medical teams immediately began triage and treatment, stabilizing patients for transport to area hospitals.
Two individuals required advanced life-saving measures at the scene as they were in traumatic arrest due to their injuries.
Four additional patients sustained varying levels of injury, and all six were transported to nearby trauma centers for further care.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash, which caused major traffic disruptions in the area. Motorists were advised to seek alternate routes as emergency crews worked to clear the scene and restore traffic flow.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses and the conditions of the injured individuals are made available.