The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) is set to introduce the largest fleet of Tesla Cybertrucks ever used by a police force in the United States.

According to The Associated Press, these high-tech vehicles, which are valued between $80,000 and $115,000 each, have been acquired through a generous donation from Ben and Felicia Horowitz, a prominent couple in Silicon Valley.

Ben Horowitz, known for co-founding the venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz, along with his wife, contributed approximately $2.7 million to fund this initiative, as reported by Fox Business.

Police Chief Kevin McMahill revealed that the department’s fleet includes 10 bulletproof Cybertrucks. This marks the first significant deployment of electric vehicles within a U.S. law enforcement agency, as highlighted by The Associated Press.

Chief McMahill emphasized that the acquisition of these Tesla Cybertrucks, facilitated by the $2.7 million donation, represents a significant step forward for the Las Vegas police department. (AP Images)

“Welcome to the future of policing,” declared McMahill during a news conference.

Per The Associated Press, McMahill said about 400 officers have already been trained to operate the new vehicles, which will recharge at designated stations across the city.

Las Vegas police will be using 10 Tesla Cybertrucks equipped with shotguns and shields. (AP Images)

“These vehicles look a little bit different than the patrol cars we have out there,” he said.

“But they represent something far bigger than just a police car. They represent innovation, sustainability, and our continued commitment to serve this community safely, efficiently and responsibly,” he added.

The Cybertrucks are each equipped with shotguns, shields, and ladders — signaling a move toward modernization in policing.

The rollout also came amid a difficult time for Tesla, as the company has faced a series of safety recalls.

The Cybertrucks are worth between $80,000 and $115,000 each. (AP Images)

In March, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recalled 46,000 Cybertrucks over concerns that exterior panels near the windshield could detach while driving, posing a road hazard.

Another recall in October affected more than 63,000 vehicles due to excessively bright headlights that risked blinding other drivers.

Officials emphasized that the Las Vegas police models do not include Tesla’s controversial self-driving software.

The Horowitzs are said to have also funded drone technology for the police department, per The Associated Press.