Hamilton police say they are investigating a “series of mischiefs” after dozens of Tesla vehicles were damaged at a local dealership this week.
According to police, officers were called to a Tesla dealership, located at 999 Upper Wentworth Street, on Wednesday for a report of damage to some of the store’s inventory.
Police arrived to discover that “upwards of 80” Tesla vehicles parked outside had sustained damage, including deep scratches and punctured tires.
“Police are currently reviewing CCTV camera footage and are asking the public for their assistance in solving this crime,” investigators said in a news release issued Thursday.
Police told CTV News Toronto they currently have no suspects.
There has been a wave of attacks and protests at Tesla dealerships across North America and parts of Europe in recent weeks.
Elon Musk - the company’s CEO - has faced backlash for his close relationship to U.S. President Donald Trump, who has repeatedly threatened to annex Canada and unleashed a trade war against its closest ally.
“Everybody understands the climate in the world right now, but there’s nothing to suggest that [this incident] is motivated by that at this time,” Hamilton police Const. Trevor McKenna told CTV. “It’s still under investigation.”
Police say anyone with information can contact the Division 3 staff sergeant at 905-54603886 and anonymously tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
With files from CTV’s Joe Lofaro
