Turo Faces Scrutiny Amid New Year's Violence: Car Rental App Linked to Deadly Incidents in New Orleans and Las Vegas

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Turo Faces Scrutiny Amid New Year's Violence: Car Rental App Linked to Deadly Incidents in New Orleans and Las Vegas

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Turo Faces Scrutiny Amid New Year's Violence: Car Rental App Linked to Deadly Incidents in New Orleans and Las Vegas

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Turo, a peer-to-peer car rental app, is facing increased scrutiny following its connection to two violent incidents on New Year's Day in New Orleans and Las Vegas.
A rented Ford F-150 was used in a deadly attack in New Orleans that killed at least 14 people, while a Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas, causing injuries.
The company expressed it is "heartbroken by the violence" and is actively cooperating with law enforcement as investigations continue into the linked attacks.
Both vehicles involved were rented users on the Turo platform, which operates similar to Airbnb for cars and connects private vehicle owners with renters.
Turo has defended its security measures, claiming that neither renter had a criminal background that would have identified them as security threats.

As the investigations proceed, Turo emphasizes its commitment to maintaining high standards in safety protocols. For more details, visit the original articles on USA Today, AP News, CBS News, and LA Times.