Tesla charging stations in Vallejo, California, were recently targeted by thieves who stole copper cables, causing damage and inconvenience for drivers.
Mother’s Day Mayhem: The incident reportedly occurred on Mother’s Day when nine charging stations behind a Vallejo Target store were vandalized. Thieves cut the heavy-duty cables, which contain valuable copper, rendering the stations inoperable.
Retired Marine Josh Beckler, a Tesla driver, discovered the damage the following morning. “It most likely happened in the night, and we found it early morning,” Beckler told NBC Bay Area.
He described the scene, highlighting the sheer number of cables stolen: “You know, they left five charging stations. I'm pretty sure after they racked up, I don't know what the quantity ...