The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has charged three individuals in connection with a series of attacks targeting Tesla dealerships and charging stations across multiple states.
The suspects, accused of committing acts of domestic terrorism, are facing serious federal charges that could result in up to 20 years in prison.
Attorney General Pam Bondi issued a strong warning to those involved in similar attacks, stating, “The days of committing crimes without consequence have ended. Let this be a warning: if you join this wave of domestic terrorism against Tesla properties, the Department of Justice will put you behind bars.”
According to the DOJ, one suspect was arrested in Salem, Oregon, after allegedly throwing eight Molotov cocktails at a Tesla dealership, setting vehicles and part of the building on fire.
Another individual was taken into custody in Loveland, Colorado, after attempting to ignite multiple Teslas using Molotov cocktails. A third suspect was apprehended in South Carolina for setting Tesla charging stations on fire.
This individual had also spray-painted profane messages against former President Donald Trump near the targeted locations.
While the DOJ has not publicly released the names of those charged, reports suggest that one of