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Deputies: Tesla driver fled crash, but iPhone's automatic 911 call led them straight to him

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A Florida man was accused of a hit-and-run after his Tesla crashed. Although the driver allegedly fled the scene, his iPhone's automatic crash detection feature called 911. This technology allowed deputies to locate him following the report.

A Florida man was accused of a hit-and-run after his iPhone's crash detection feature automatically called 911 following a reported car crash.

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