In March 2025, the FBI issued a warning about rising acts of violence and vandalism targeting Tesla vehicles and dealerships.

The vandalism in Peabody follows previous incidents, including damage to Cybertrucks in Dedham and a fire at a Tesla charging station in Littleton.

The Peabody dealership has also been a site for peaceful demonstrations expressing local frustrations with Elon Musk's federal government involvement.

This arrest reflects a broader backlash against the Trump administration and Musk's efforts to streamline federal operations through the newly created Department of Government Efficiency.

The investigation into the vandalism incident is ongoing, and Tesla has not yet provided any comments regarding the situation.

On April 8, 2025, Gardy Pierre, a 28-year-old man from Saugus, was arrested for allegedly vandalizing multiple Tesla vehicles at a dealership in Peabody, Massachusetts.

The incident, which involved paint being poured on the cars, was reported shortly after 9 a.m., prompting a quick response from the Peabody Police.

After a brief foot chase, Pierre was apprehended near North Shore Mall and faces 11 counts of defacing property and one count of disturbing the peace.

He posted a $100 cash bail and is scheduled for arraignment at Peabody District Court, with a follow-up court appearance set for May 20, 2025.

At the time of his arrest, Pierre was found to have an outstanding warrant from Cambridge District Court for trespassing and resisting arrest.

Authorities estimate the damage caused by the vandalism to exceed $500,000, significantly impacting Tesla's brand reputation.

This incident is part of a troubling trend of vandalism against Tesla vehicles, which has seen a nationwide increase, prompting the FBI to create a task force to investigate.