Shawn Freed, a Tesla owner in Syracuse, N.Y., is speaking out after his vehicle was vandalized. Freed told Fox News' "America's Newsroom" that he feels like he's been caught in the crossfire of rising anti-Elon Musk sentiment. The vandalism incident has left him saddened that ordinary individuals are now being drawn into the controversy surrounding the Tesla CEO.
"It's frustrating to see that something like this can happen," Freed stated. "I'm just a regular person who happens to drive a Tesla. I don't have any connection to Elon Musk beyond that."
The incident comes amid increasing scrutiny and criticism directed at Musk, particularly related to his ownership of X (formerly Twitter) and his political stances. The vandalism of Freed's Tesla suggests that this criticism is, in some cases, spilling over into acts targeting Tesla owners.
Authorities are investigating the incident. Freed hopes that those responsible will be held accountable and that the incident will serve as a reminder that personal property should not be a target for expressing political views.
Tesla Vandalism: Owner Feels Targeted Amid Musk Controversy
A Tesla owner in Syracuse, New York, is expressing his frustration after his car was vandalized. Shawn Freed believes he's become an unintended target in the growing backlash against Elon Musk. He shared his experience on "America's Newsroom," highlighting the impact on ordinary people. The incident underscores the increasing polarization surrounding Musk and his companies.