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Watch: Irvine, California unveils first Cybertruck police car in the US

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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.

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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.


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16-year-old Hunter McKelvin dies after rescue during camping trip in Indian River

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16-year-old Hunter McKelvin dies after rescue during camping trip in Indian River island east of Maynard May Park in Edgewater Volusia County
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Volusia County, Fla. โ€” A 16-year-old boy has died after being found unresponsive in the Indian River during a weekend camping and fishing trip, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.

Authorities identified the teen as Hunter McKelvin of Paisley. Deputies said he was discovered face-down in the water Saturday morning near a small island east of Maynard May Park in Edgewater.

Members of the group located the teen and immediately began CPR before transporting him by boat to Maynard May Park.

Upon arrival, officers with the Edgewater Police Department and other emergency responders took over life-saving efforts.

McKelvin was then transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased later that morning.

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Investigators reported that no visible injuries were observed, and there were no immediate signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances during the initial investigation.

An autopsy has been scheduled as authorities continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident.


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