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Tech · October 22, 2026

Tesla driver using Full Self-Driving struck and killed a man crossing I-80

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A 71-year-old pedestrian was fatally struck by a Tesla on Interstate 80 in Vallejo, California, at approximately 2:30 AM on Thursday. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) confirmed that dashcam footage showed the vehicle attempting to brake and steer to the left to avoid the individual, who was crossing from the right shoulder toward the center divider. The 26-year-old driver remained at the scene and reported that the vehicle was in Full Self-Driving (FSD) mode. Authorities believe at least one other vehicle struck the victim after the initial collision, though no other drivers stopped.

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Reported by multiple outlets

  • A 71-year-old man was killed after being struck by a Tesla on I-80 in Vallejo.
  • The incident occurred around 2:30 AM on a Thursday.
  • The Tesla driver reported the car was in Full Self-Driving (FSD) mode.
  • Dashcam footage showed the vehicle braking and steering left to avoid the pedestrian.
  • The pedestrian was crossing from the right shoulder toward the center divider.
  • At least one other vehicle is believed to have struck the pedestrian after the Tesla.
  • The Tesla driver stopped and cooperated with investigators.

Reported by only some outlets

  • The Tesla was traveling at 70 mph.
  • The Tesla driver is a 26-year-old man from San Francisco.
  • The collision occurred near the I-780 interchange.
  • The victim was struck by the right front portion of the Tesla.

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