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Tesla Driver Charged with Murder | Los Angeles News
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- Jul 18, 2026
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- 97
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Summary
A Tesla driver faces murder charges after slamming into a stopped Lexus at 142 mph on Highway 87, killing mother Ivana Balistreri and her two-year-old daughter Lilliana in a fiery crash. Chernicky, who suffered only minor injuries, was arrested months later and is now charged with two counts of murder, with no bail and a court date set for August 25. The family describes their loss as devastating, calling Ivana a pure spirit and Lilliana a beacon of joy, while prosecutors liken Chernicky’s actions to using a car as a weapon. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9d7c91220160d4a8