# Tesla Driver Charged with Murder | Los Angeles News

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Podcast: [Los Angeles News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/los-angeles-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7458113)
Published: 2026-07-18T07:03:25+00:00
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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: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9d7c91220160d4a8

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