MODESTO – A fatal collision involving a Tesla vehicle closed down Pelandale Avenue early Saturday morning.
The crash happened shortly after midnight near the intersection of Pelandale Avenue and Carver Road. Police said the eastbound Tesla Model Y struck a corner lightpole, claiming the life of the driver. The passenger, a man from Fresno, suffered moderate injuries.
The Tesla was the only involved vehicle in the collision, police said.
Officers with the Modesto Police Traffic Safety Unit responded to investigate the collision. Pelandale Avenue was closed for the duration of the investigation.
Anyone who may have witnessed the crash is encouraged to contact Officer Beverson at beversonj@modestopd.com
