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Authorities have released shocking new footage capturing the dramatic moment when a Cybertruck exploded and engulfed in flames outside the famous Trump Hotel in Las Vegas just last week. This incident has raised significant concerns regarding safety and accountability in high-profile events.
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department has made available a newly released video that vividly depicts the shocking moment when Matthew Livelsberger, a soldier in the Army Special Forces, witnessed his Tesla Cybertruck bursting into flames on the Las Vegas Strip during the New Year celebrations.
CNN releases new camera angle of the Trump hotel truck explosion.
Investigators say Matt Livelsberger was found with two firearms, a handgun and a rifle. The weapons had been purchased legally on Monday. (ABC News)
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The newly released footage provides another perspective of the alarming incident, showcasing the moment explosives detonated inside the vehicle, leading to a catastrophic explosion as the truck erupted into flames while Livelsberger was seated in the driver’s seat. Authorities reported that he had allegedly placed one of his firearms in his mouth, resulting in a gunshot that exited the left side of his head just moments before the explosion.
As previously reported, the Clark County Nevada Sheriff’s Department has disclosed an excerpt from a letter written by Livelsberger, which states, “This was not a terrorist attack; it was a wake-up call. People only pay attention to spectacles and violence. What better way to make my point than a stunt involving fireworks and explosives?” This statement has sparked intense discussions about the motivations behind his actions.
He elaborated further in his letter, stating, “Why did I choose to do this now? I wanted to cleanse my mind of the brothers I’ve lost and relieve myself of the burden of the lives I took.” This deeply personal revelation has raised questions about his mental state and motivations leading up to the incident.
Livelsberger, identified as a staunch supporter of Donald Trump, expressed sentiments directed towards fellow service members, veterans, and all Americans, declaring, “TIME TO WAKE UP! We’re being led by weak and feckless leadership who only serve to enrich themselves.” This statement further fueled debate regarding political motivations behind his alarming actions.
Livelsberger’s background reveals that he was a Green Beret in the Army, having served honorably in Afghanistan and Central Asia, showcasing his military service and the complexities of his character, which add layers to the ongoing investigation and public discourse surrounding this incident.
