June 1, 2025 — Florida
A woman in Florida was arrested over the weekend after she was caught on video allegedly keying a Tesla and then firing multiple gunshots into it—while it was parked on private property.
Security footage shows the woman dragging what appears to be a key across both sides of a white Tesla sedan. After putting her grocery bags down, she reportedly pulls a handgun from her bag and fires three rounds into the vehicle’s side.
Minutes later, a responding police officer arrives at the scene and begins questioning the suspect, who denies any wrongdoing. During the exchange, the officer notices white paint marks on her key and finds a handgun in her purse, which reportedly matched shell casings recovered nearby.
The situation escalated when the woman attempted to flee on foot. She didn’t get far—officers quickly apprehended her, placed her in handcuffs, and escorted her to a patrol vehicle.
Suspect Blames Elon Musk
While in the back of the police car, the woman reportedly began ranting about Elon Musk, blaming the Tesla CEO for various personal grievances and indirectly admitting to the vandalism and shooting.
She now faces multiple charges, including criminal mischief, illegal discharge of a firearm, resisting arrest, and trespassing.
The incident highlights growing concerns about property-related crimes and mental health, especially as high-profile brands like Tesla continue to attract attention—positive and negative alike.
James Jenkins is a celebrated Pulitzer Prize-winning author whose work has reshaped the way readers think about social justice and human rights in America. Raised in Atlanta, Georgia, James grew up in a community that instilled in him both resilience and a strong sense of responsibility toward others. After studying political science and creative writing at Howard University, he worked as a journalist covering civil rights issues before dedicating himself fully to fiction. His novels are known for their sharp, empathetic portraits of marginalized communities and for weaving personal stories with broader political realities. Jenkins’s breakout novel, Shadows of Freedom, won national acclaim for its unflinching look at systemic inequality, while his more recent works explore themes of identity, resilience, and the fight for dignity in the face of oppression. Beyond his novels, James is an active public speaker, lecturing at universities and participating in nonprofit initiatives that support literacy and community empowerment. He believes that storytelling is a way to preserve history and inspire change. When not writing, James enjoys jazz music, mentoring young writers, and traveling with his family to explore cultures and stories around the world.
