Explosion Shakes Tesla Supercharger, Prompting FBI Action | Carscoops

      Local officials reported a loud explosion during the night and indicated they are collaborating with the FBI to identify its cause.

      

      Authorities in Washington are examining a severely damaged Tesla Supercharger station.

      They suspect that an arsonist may have planted a bomb to damage the facility.

      The FBI is joining local investigators to ascertain whether the Tesla station was intentionally targeted.

      Just a few years prior, the notion of an attack on a Tesla charging station by bombing would have seemed implausible. However, it has now become yet another indication of the increasing animosity directed at Elon Musk. Officials in Washington State suspect an explosive device may have been deployed at a Supercharger station, resulting in significant destruction and rendering the location inoperable. Tesla, along with the FBI and local law enforcement, are currently working to uncover the details surrounding the incident.

      As reported by the Lacey Police, a call was made around 1:30 a.m. about a “loud noise in the Sleater Kinney area.” Upon arrival at the local Target located at 655 Sleater Kinney Rd, officers discovered a Supercharger station that had sustained substantial damage. Images from the scene reveal one of the main cabinets of the charging station in pieces, with one Supercharger stall also missing a section.

      The Lacey Police Department has labeled the occurrence as “malicious mischief” and stated that they are in collaboration with the FBI to clarify what transpired. In light of the incident, Tesla responded on X, indicating they are working with LPD and the FBI to share security camera footage, concluding with, “Don’t mess with critical infrastructure.”

      Recovery Efforts—Restoring Power and Normalcy

      Tesla is also coordinating with Puget Sound Energy to restore the Supercharger station's functionality as quickly as possible, allowing those who depend on it to regain access to power without substantial delays. Unfortunately, this event is not an isolated case, as similar incidents have occurred recently.

      Protests are currently taking place globally, not just in the United States. While most have remained peaceful, a growing number of incidents both nationally and internationally have turned violent or posed risks. Elon Musk has attributed the increase in vandalism targeting Tesla to backlash against his role in managing the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which has come under fire due to major federal budget cuts and significant job losses in the government sector. He has also suggested that hostility towards Tesla and its supporters has been exacerbated by criticism from Democratic leaders.

      It is apparent that some demonstrators are viewing Tesla as a stand-in for Elon Musk himself, making it a visible target for their frustrations. Unfortunately, this has resulted in Tesla owners, many of whom are not linked to Musk’s political or public persona, being caught in the middle. In reaction to the rise in vandalism, the FBI has established a task force to investigate the attacks on Tesla properties. Nonetheless, the larger trend of unrest shows no indication of abating.

      We’re on-site with @LaceyPolice and @FBI, reviewing camera footage and coordinating with @PSETalk to get the Superchargers restored as soon as possible. Don’t mess with critical infrastructure.

      

      – Tesla Charging (@TeslaCharging) April 8, 2025