Wave of Tesla vandalism being probed by new FBI, ATF task force

Tesla dealership vandalized — The FBI has been investigating a number of incidents where Tesla charging stations and dealerships have been damaged, including fires in Las Vegas, Kansas City and Missouri. (BLOOMBERG)

March 24, 2025 10:11 PM

The Federal Bureau of Investigation has formed a task force with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives to coordinate investigations into a growing number of vandalism and arson incidents at Tesla Inc.’s showrooms and charging stations.

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