Caught on Camera: Tesla Owners Expose Shocking Vandalism in Massachusetts!

In an odd and growing trend, people in Massachusetts and Rhode Island are finding themselves in trouble after allegedly keying or vandalizing Teslas—often without realizing the car is recording them the entire time.

Teslas come equipped with a built-in video surveillance system called Sentry Mode, and it’s proving to be a game-changer for catching vandals in the act. Over the last few months, that tech has helped police identify and charge several individuals, and it doesn’t look like the incidents are slowing down.

Brookline Man Caught Slapping Elon Musk Stickers on Teslas

In one of the more bizarre recent cases, a 39-year-old man from Brookline named Harrison Grant Randall was arrested after allegedly putting Elon Musk stickers on several Teslas parked around the city. The whole thing was caught on video by a bystander, and police say Randall was riding a bike as he stuck the decals on the cars.

When he was confronted by officers, Randall claimed it was an act of “free speech.” Still, he was charged with six counts of defacing property. Local Tesla owners were understandably not amused.

Cybertrucks Targeted at Dedham Dealership

Meanwhile, in Dedham, two brand-new Tesla Cybertrucks and a Model S were vandalized at a dealership in early March. Police say the tires were slashed and someone spray-painted graffiti all over the vehicles—including some pretty aggressive messages aimed at Tesla CEO Elon Musk.

What makes the case more concerning is that this wasn’t the first time. There was a similar vandalism incident at the same location just a couple of weeks earlier. Officers are still investigating to see if the two cases are connected.

String of Attacks Near Boston University

Several Tesla owners near Boston University were stunned to find their vehicles scratched, keyed, or marked up with rude messages in March. Boston Police say the incidents happened between March 11 and March 19 along Hemenway and Gainsborough streets—areas popular with students and young professionals.

Once again, Tesla’s cameras picked up a suspect in the act. Police have shared the footage and are asking for help identifying the person. They believe the same individual may be behind multiple cases in the area.

Charging Stations Set on Fire in Littleton

It’s not just the cars that are being hit. In Littleton, seven Tesla charging stations were set on fire in early March. Fire officials have confirmed the fires were set on purpose. Thankfully, no cars were damaged and nobody was hurt, but it rattled locals and Tesla drivers alike.

Tesla has since repaired the charging spots, but the motive behind the fires is still unclear. Some people suspect it could be connected to anti-Tesla or anti-tech sentiments, but authorities haven’t made any arrests yet.

A Growing Problem, and Technology That Fights Back

This wave of vandalism has sparked some heated conversations online and in neighborhoods across both states. While some people argue these are just acts of protest or anti-corporate backlash, law enforcement has made it clear: vandalizing a vehicle is a crime, no matter how you feel about the company behind it.

What’s different this time around is that Teslas are giving victims and police a major advantage. The Sentry Mode system, which uses the car’s built-in cameras to monitor surroundings when parked, has played a key role in several of these investigations. It’s helping catch people in the act and providing clear video evidence for charges.

Bottom Line

For Tesla owners in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, these incidents are both frustrating and a little unsettling. But at least now, with the help of their vehicles’ own surveillance systems, there’s a better chance of holding vandals accountable.

Still, the question remains: why are Teslas such a target? Whether it’s political, personal, or just plain mischief, it’s clear that the rise in EV ownership is coming with some unexpected growing pains.