Multiple pedestrians were struck by a [driver], one fatally, in a parking lot Thursday afternoon in the Fairfax District, authorities said.

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    The driver, a 91-year-old

    Driving is a privilege and should be treated as such.

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    Was it the Tesla or the licenced ancient inside? We will never know because it’s her word against Tesla’s and Tesla is notorious at covering these things up.

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      As much as I hate Tesla, elderly drivers are notorious for flooring the gas when trying to brake. She’s ancient at 90, which is likely the cause.

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    91 and driving a Tesla. The well-to-do and decrepit get to keep their car keys at the expense of other people’s lives.