In a significant development, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department has released footage showing the remains of fuel canisters in the Cybertruck involved in the New Year’s Day explosion at the Trump International Hotel.
The photo clearly depicts remnants of gas tanks and camping fuel canisters within the truck’s wreckage, confirming that the blast was caused by external explosives, not a vehicle malfunction.
Sheriff Kevin McMahill noted that this evidence suggests the use of a detonation system, possibly controlled by the driver. The Cybertruck’s robust structure may have contained the blast, potentially limiting further damage.
This new evidence might connect the Las Vegas incident to an attack in New Orleans on the same day, where both vehicles were rented from Turo.
The public’s reaction has been mixed, with relief at having concrete evidence but also increased concern for security. The Las Vegas PD has increased its security measures and is checking for secondary devices.
The investigation continues, with the police and FBI looking into the timeline and motives. They are appealing for public assistance with any additional information. This incident, which caused one death and seven injuries, now has added complexity with the discovery of these explosive materials.
