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Suspect Arrested in Tesla Vandalism Spree in Irvine
Police said 13 Teslas were spray painted with offensive language on two occasions, and surveillance video captured the suspect.
- On Tuesday, Irvine Police arrested 25-year-old Max Sebastian Solomon for allegedly spray-painting 13 Teslas across two parking garages in the area. Solomon faces felony vandalism charges.
- The vandalism occurred over recent weeks at two separate parking garages near Michelson Drive and Carlson Avenue, where vehicles were defaced with red spray paint reading "Nazi" and "fascist."
- Detectives identified Solomon after linking the vandalism to a separate altercation where he allegedly spat on a Tesla while carrying a takeout order that helped track him down.
- Officer Ziggy Azarcon confirmed the arrest on Wednesday, July 29, as victims expressed relief, telling media they felt "caught in the crossfire" of a larger issue.
- While police investigate potential motives, Teslas have faced similar vandalism in recent years amid backlash against CEO Elon Musk and his political views, though authorities have not confirmed a motive for this Irvine case.
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