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Arizona Man Faces Federal Charges for Tesla Cybertruck Arson Labeled as Domestic Terrorism

Ian Moses, 35, was arrested after setting fire to a Tesla Cybertruck and vandalizing a Mesa dealership; federal authorities vow strict prosecution.

A burned Tesla Cybertruck parked at a Tesla lot in Seattle.
A hand-drawn map of the Tesla dealership carried by Ian Moses, accused of setting a Cybertruck on fire at a Mesa dealership.
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Overview

  • Ian Moses was arrested on April 28 in Mesa, Arizona, after allegedly setting a Tesla Cybertruck on fire and spray-painting 'THEIF' on the dealership wall.
  • Federal charges for malicious damage by fire were filed against Moses, with evidence including surveillance footage, a hand-drawn map, and incendiary materials.
  • The Department of Justice has classified the attack as domestic terrorism, with Attorney General Pam Bondi pledging to prosecute such acts to the fullest extent of the law.
  • No injuries were reported during the incident, and firefighters were able to prevent the fire from spreading to the dealership building.
  • A detention hearing is scheduled for May 2 to determine whether Moses will remain in custody as legal proceedings continue.