[06-25-2024] Orange County, CA – At Least Three People Hospitalized Following Multi-Vehicle Collision Involving Tesla in Buena Park

At least three people were hospitalized following a multi-vehicle collision involving a Tesla in Buena Park on Tuesday afternoon, June 25, 2024.

According to the Orange County Fire Authority, the major incident happened around 4:00 p.m. at the Beach Boulevard and Orangethorpe Avenue intersection.

Upon arrival, firefighters found six vehicles with apparent crash damage, two of which were overturned with people trapped inside. Authorities have not specified all six vehicles yet but mentioned that one was a Tesla. The total number of people affected was also not mentioned.

The trapped victims of the crash, including the driver of the Tesla, were extricated by first responders and transported to a nearby hospital for further medical care. Their identities and the extent of the injuries they sustained were not disclosed.

A third victim was then found lying and nursing their wounds on a nearby grass. That person was also rushed to the hospital for treatment. No other injuries were reported at this time.

The authorities have yet to reveal the official cause of the accident. Currently, they are examining the possibility of alcohol or drugs as factors.

The westbound lanes of Orangethorpe Avenue between Beach Boulevard and St. Pius were blocked momentarily as the collision was investigated.

Additional information was not immediately available. Police work is underway.