Production at Tesla’s factory near Berlin, Germany, came to a halt following a power outage triggered by a fire on a power pole. The fire, which occurred in Grünheide Municipality at 04:50 local time, disrupted Tesla’s operations, leading to an evacuation of the facility. While German police confirmed the fire was extinguished, they are considering the possibility of intentional arson. Brandenburg Minister of Internal Affairs Michael Stübgen expressed concerns, labeling it a potential attack on electrical infrastructure with severe consequences, endangering thousands of people.
German newspaper Bild reported a far-left group claimed responsibility for the arson attack, declaring they sabotaged Tesla. The group’s statement, demanding the “destruction of the Tesla factory,” is under investigation by the police, who are yet to confirm its authenticity. If validated, the incident signifies a deliberate assault on critical infrastructure, raising serious safety concerns and potential repercussions.