A two-story home in Jericho, Long Island was structurally damaged last night after a Tesla, driven by a 17-year-old, struck the building. According to NBC New York, the collision occurred around 9:40 p.m., causing the residence to become unstable.
The teenage driver of a 2025 model electric vehicle sustained minor injuries and declined medical treatment when emergency personnel arrived. The crash on Onondaga Place required local authorities and firefighters to remove the vehicle and secure the area.
News 12 Long Island reported that the Town of Oyster Bay Building Department quickly designated the building as unsafe. The home is located in a part of Jericho south of the Long Island Expressway and north of the Northern State Parkway, near an elementary school.
Investigators are still reviewing the events leading up to the crash, including the possible role of speed. Footage showed firefighters working to remove the Tesla to assess the damage. The two occupants inside the home at the time of the impact were unharmed but experienced the disruption caused by the collision.
As the investigation continues, authorities are examining the circumstances surrounding the collision between the vehicle and the house. Additional updates are expected as the inquiry proceeds. The homeowners are addressing the condition of their property and the necessary repairs.
