Matthew Livelsberger Set Off Cybertruck Explosion Outside Trump Hotel, Officials Confirm
Matthew Livelsberger, a highly decorated Green Beret, intentionally triggered an explosion in a Tesla Cybertruck outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas. Authorities confirmed that Livelsberger died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound moments before the blast, which caused minor injuries to seven people but spared the hotel from significant damage.
The vehicle’s steel-sided construction played a crucial role in limiting the explosion’s impact. Clark County Sheriff Kevin McMahill noted that while Livelsberger may have intended a more catastrophic attack, the blast vented upward, sparing nearby structures.
Livelsberger had an impressive military career, serving since 2006 and earning five Bronze Stars, including one with a valor device. His missions included deployments to Afghanistan, Ukraine, and Tajikistan. At the time of the incident, he was on approved leave after an assignment in Germany.
Authorities are exploring potential motives, including a recent domestic dispute. Surveillance footage and charging station records confirm Livelsberger traveled alone in the rented Cybertruck from Colorado to Las Vegas, making multiple stops along the way.
The vehicle contained fireworks, firearms, and personal items, including a military ID and passport. Both firearms were legally purchased. Despite the fire damage, investigators have identified the remains as Livelsberger’s through tattoos and documents.
The explosion occurred hours after a separate deadly attack in New Orleans. Despite some connections, such as shared ties to Fort Liberty, officials have found no evidence linking the two events.
FBI Special Agent Spencer Evans clarified that there’s no conclusive evidence of a specific motive or ideology behind the explosion. Tesla CEO Elon Musk confirmed the Cybertruck was not the cause, stating the blast resulted from fireworks and explosives placed in the truck bed.
Neighbors in Colorado Springs described Livelsberger as quiet and family-oriented, expressing disbelief over the incident. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances and underlying factors contributing to his actions.
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