Man Accused of Setting Fire to Tesla Vehicles in Las Vegas Will Remain Jailed
A judge ruled that Paul Hyon Kim, a man accused of setting fire to Tesla vehicles in Las Vegas, will remain jailed until his trial on federal charges of arson and possessing an explosive device. U.S. Magistrate Judge Elayna Youchah determined that no pretrial release conditions could ensure the public’s safety due to the violent and dangerous nature of the crimes. Security footage showed Kim throwing Molotov cocktails at vehicles and firing gunshots at a Tesla service center parking lot.
Prosecutors argued that Kim posed a danger to the community, while his attorney described the attack as a “glorified property crime with political overtones.” The incidents are part of an uptick in attacks on property with the Tesla logo across the U.S. since President Donald Trump took office and appointed Elon Musk to a prominent role overseeing federal government efficiency. Various instances of property damage at Tesla dealerships have been reported in different cities, including Molotov cocktails being thrown at vehicles and vandalism.
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