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Recent reports indicate that incidents of vandalism targeting Tesla locations have not subsided, even in the wake of Elon Musk's announcement that he plans to step back from his involvement with Dogecoin starting next month. The Mesa Police Department in Arizona has launched an investigation into a fire that broke out at a Tesla Service Center on Monday morning. This troubling incident led to the identification and arrest of a 35-year-old man named Ian Moses, who is currently facing charges for arson related to the structure and property damage caused.

The situation in Arizona is just one example of a troubling trend, as various states across the nation have reported similar acts of vandalism against Tesla. According to local police, this series of incidents appears to have escalated since Musk's association with the Trump Administration drew public ire, resulting in protests and calls for boycotts against the electric car maker.

A timeline of these incidents reveals a disturbing pattern. For instance, police in Oregon responded to a series of attacks on Tesla locations starting in January, which included the use of Molotov cocktails. On January 20, officers were called to a Tesla dealership in Salem, where witnesses reported Molotov cocktails being thrown. This was followed by an alarming resurgence of violence in March, including multiple gunfire incidents at Tesla dealerships in Tigard, Oregon, where more than a dozen shots were fired, causing significant damage to vehicles and the property.

Further investigations revealed that on March 6, a similar attack had occurred, resulting in damage to three cars and shattered windows. The local authorities reported that bullets had penetrated the building walls and even struck a computer monitor inside.

In Colorado, a shocking incident occurred on March 7 when an incendiary device was thrown at a Tesla dealership in Loveland. Fortunately, responding officers managed to extinguish the flames before they could cause further harm to employees who were inside the location at the time. The Loveland Police arrested 24-year-old Cooper Jo Frederick on March 13 on felony charges related to explosives and arson stemming from this attack. Frederick now faces five state charges, and Attorney General Pam Bondi has stated that the Department of Justice aims to impose a 20-year prison sentence due to the serious nature of the offense.

Meanwhile, in Massachusetts, Dedham Police reported that on March 11, three Tesla vehicles were vandalized, with graffiti sprayed on them and tires slashed. This incident was part of a series of attacks that also included damaging Tesla Superchargers in Littleton, where all charging stations were rendered unusable due to fire damage. The local police indicated that Tesla's charging account responded promptly, assuring that repairs would commence immediately.

Washington state has not escaped the trend, either, as multiple incidents of vandalism against Tesla locations have been reported, including a fire that damaged four Cybertrucks in Seattle. In Lynwood, a Tesla dealership was targeted, with vehicles being spray-painted with offensive symbols and messages directed at Musk. The FBI has since taken over the investigation into these crimes, signaling the seriousness of the situation.

Missouri's Kansas City saw its own share of destruction on March 17 when a police officer spotted a burning Cybertruck. This fire was found to have been started by a Molotov cocktail, leading to damage not only to the Cybertruck but also to two charging stations nearby. The suspect, 19-year-old Owen McIntire, has been charged with several offenses, including unlawful possession of an unregistered destructive device.

In other states, including California, Idaho, Texas, and New York, vandalism incidents have also been reported at Tesla dealerships, ranging from spray-painted messages to incendiary devices and outright physical attacks on vehicles. The frequency and severity of these attacks raise significant concerns about the safety of Tesla employees and customers.

As the investigations continue across various states, the public is encouraged to report any related incidents. Tesla has yet to respond to requests from Business Insider for comments regarding the ongoing vandalism incidents.

If you or someone you know has experienced harassment or vandalism targeting Tesla vehicles or facilities, please reach out to us. Your experiences could help shed light on this troubling trend.