The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating Tesla attacks as hate crimes, which carry heavier penalties.

Tesla vehicles, charging stations, and dealerships have been targeted in a campaign of violence in recent weeks. The attacks came as left-wing activists expressed their frustrations over Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s large role in the Trump administration. The MPD is looking to discourage further Tesla attacks by adding hate crime charges.

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