CRIME

Gunshots and Arson at Tesla Dealership in Oregon

Wed Feb 26 2025
The FBI and local law enforcement are looking into a shooting incident at a Tesla dealership in Salem, Oregon, where windows were shattered and a car was set on fire. This is the second time this dealership has been targeted in a month. The first incident involved broken windows and a car fire, but no arrests have been made yet. The internet is buzzing with a photo that some claim shows a sticker with the words "Kill Elon" on a window at the crime scene. However, the authenticity of this image is still up in the air. The FBI and local police are investigating the incident as arson and vandalism. Right-wing influencers have jumped to conclusions, blaming the "crazy left" for the attack. However, most liberals are not fans of guns, making this claim questionable. The motive behind the attack is still unclear, and authorities have not released much information yet. The Salem Police Department has not responded to requests for more details. Local residents are upset about the incident. Sharon Monsivais, a Tesla car owner, expressed her disappointment, saying, "It's unfortunate that we live in times where these things happen. " She bought her Tesla knowing Musk's controversial reputation but wanted an eco-friendly car. She believes the attack sends the wrong message. Earlier this month, a Tesla dealership in Colorado was vandalized with spray paint. Protesters have also gathered outside Tesla dealerships to express their anger at Musk. In San Francisco, a sign reading "We hate him too" was hung in a window. Musk's controversial actions have sparked global outrage. In the U. S. , his government-destruction project (DOGE) has led to thousands of federal employees being expelled. This has caused chaos at public service agencies and threatened funding for essential social welfare programs. Even Trump supporters are upset about DOGE, as seen in a recent GOP town hall in Georgia. Musk's political meddling has also caused backlash against him and his companies overseas. Tesla's stock and expected delivery levels have also taken a hit since Musk "took office. " Protesting Musk's businesses might make sense for upset voters, but violent attacks could lead to increased federal protection for those businesses. The new FBI, led by Kash Patel, is likely to investigate such incidents, potentially giving the federal government more power to crack down on critics of Musk's corporate empire.