Tesla crushed underneath semi in Detroit; 2 in critical condition

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(WWJ) It was a terrible in scene Thursday morning in Southwest Detroit where police were investigating how a Tesla got crushed underneath a semi truck.

The crash happened at around 3:30 a.m. along Fort Street and Waterman, near Livernois, according to police.

Investigators said the car was traveling in an unknown direction when it hit the truck in the intersection.

A man and woman who were inside the white electric sedan were taken by EMS to a local hospital in critical condition.

There were no reported injuries injuries to the truck driver.

Reporting from the scene, WWJ's Charlie Langton said the Tesla was wedged so far under the semi that crews had difficulty clearing the wreckage. The effort had Fort Street closed to traffic for several hours.

Police still trying to determine exactly what happened.

Anyone who witnessed the crash, or who has any relevant information is asked to call Detroit Police Department’s Fatal Squad at 313-596-2260.

Names and other details about the people who were injured were not released.

Featured Image Photo Credit: Charlie Langton/WWJ