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Man Nabbed for Spray-Painting 'Nazi' on 13 Teslas
30 Jul
Summary
- Man arrested for vandalizing 13 Teslas with spray paint.
- Vandalism included messages like 'nazi' and 'fascist' on vehicles.
- Suspect identified via takeout order during spitting incident.
Irvine police arrested Max Sebastian Solomon, a 25-year-old resident, in connection with the vandalism of 13 Teslas. The incidents occurred in Orange County parking garages over recent weeks. Solomon allegedly spray-painted messages such as "nazi" and "fascist" on the vehicles.
The investigation intensified after multiple Teslas were targeted in a single parking garage. Security camera footage and public tips were instrumental in identifying the suspect. Solomon's arrest on Tuesday, July 28, followed an incident where he reportedly spat on a Tesla at an intersection.
Detectives identified Solomon partly through a takeout order he was carrying during the spitting incident. He was booked for felony vandalism. Victims suggested the acts stemmed from a political dispute with Tesla CEO Elon Musk.
