05/28/2026
DEADLY TESLA CRASH IN WATERGRASS
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at approximately 8:10 p.m. on May 26. An 87-year-old Wesley Chapel man was driving a Tesla Model Y eastbound on Overpass Road while the vehicle was operating in autopilot mode.
Troopers said that east of Infinite Drive, the Tesla departed the roadway, struck an electrical box, and continued traveling until it entered a nearby pond and became submerged.
The driver was rescued and transported to an area hospital, where he later died from injuries sustained in the crash.
Our condolences to the family for this terrible loss.