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Fatal Buckeye crash: EV hazard complicates recovery

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Updated  November 21, 2025 6:20am MST
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Tesla driver killed in fiery Buckeye crash

Tesla driver killed in fiery Buckeye crash

The driver of a Tesla died in a crash on Nov. 18 near Thomas Road and Sun Valley Parkway.

The Brief

    • A person died in a crash near Celeborn Drive and Thomas Road in Buckeye on Tuesday, Nov. 18.
    • The crash involved a Tesla, creating hazardous material risks that complicated access to the car.
    • Police have not released the victim's name.

BUCKEYE, Ariz. - The Buckeye Police Department says a person died in a crash on Tuesday.

What we know:

The Nov. 18 crash happened shortly after 5 p.m. near Celeborn Drive and Thomas Road.

A Tesla involved in the crash created hazardous material risks, which significantly complicated efforts to safely access the inside of the car.

Police say the driver who died was the only person inside the car.

What we don't know:

There's no word about what caused the crash.

No names have been released.

What's next:

"Buckeye police were able to make a preliminary identification of the deceased and contact next of kin," the department said. "We are awaiting results from the Medical Examiner’s Office for official identification."

The Source

  • The Buckeye Police Department

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