The occupant of a Cybertruck was the sole individual killed in an explosion outside Trump International Hotel Las Vegas on Wednesday.
Seven others suffered minor injuries when the vehicle pulled up to the hotel's glass entrance doors before exploding.
Investigators have not revealed the cause of the explosion. However, gas canisters and fireworks were inside the vehicle, according to Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Sheriff Kevin McMahill.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk said he's confirmed the cause of the blast was not related to the vehicle's operation.
"We have now confirmed that the explosion was caused by very large fireworks and/or a bomb carried in the bed of the rented Cybertruck and is unrelated to the vehicle itself. All vehicle telemetry was positive at the time of the explosion," he stated.
McMahill said he's not aware of any other threats to the public.
"We believe everything is safe now," said Sheriff Kevin McMahill.
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, Clark County Fire Department and the FBI are all assisting in the investigation.
People staying at Trump Hotel have been moved to Resorts World.
WATCH | Scripps News Las Vegas spoke to someone who was staying at the hotel. He shared what he saw before he evacuated:
"The safety and well-being of our guests and staff remain our top priority. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Las Vegas Fire Department and local law enforcement for their swift response and professionalism," Eric Trump said on social media.
The explosion in Las Vegas happened hours after a vehicle slammed into revelers in New Orleans, killing at least 14 people. It's still early to know whether the incidents are connected, authorities said.
"We're absolutely investigating any connectivity to what happened in New Orleans as well as other attacks that have been occurring around the world," McMahill said.
This story was originally published by Scripps News Las Vegas.
