Tesla Vandalism: How Were Suspects Caught?

Federal law enforcement cracked down on alleged Tesla vandals using a combination of high-tech surveillance methods, including automatic license plate readers (ALPR) and social media monitoring, according to newly released court documents obtained by 404 Media.

These arrests, announced by Attorney General Pamela Bondi, come amidst rising tensions and acts of vandalism targeting Tesla vehicles, fueled by widespread sentiment towards the company and Elon Musk. These acts have drawn the attention of key figures, with claims that such acts could be classified as domestic terrorism.

The court documents reveal that investigators utilized ALPR data to track vehicles potentially involved in the incidents. In addition, social media was monitored for any incriminating posts or mentions related to the vandalism. In one case, a suspect was identified through a combination of license plate records and fingerprint evidence recovered from a Molotov cocktail bottle.

The details highlight the increasing sophistication of law enforcement’s ability to investigate and prosecute vandalism cases, particularly those involving high-profile targets like Tesla.