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Colorado Woman Arrested for Repeated Arson Attempts at Tesla Dealership

Lucy Grace Nelson, 40, arrested after multiple vandalism incidents at a Northern Colorado Tesla dealership, found with incendiary devices.

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Lucy Grace Nelson, 40, was arrested for attempted arson and vandalism at a Loveland, Colorado Tesla dealership, where she was found with incendiary devices. Nelson faces several felony charges, including using explosives during a felony. This incident follows multiple acts of vandalism, including graffiti and an attempted fire, leading to increased tension within the community. Investigations continue with federal authorities involved, as public concerns grow over rising anti-Tesla sentiment linked to CEO Elon Musk's political alignments. Nelson has posted a $100,000 bond and is awaiting further legal proceedings.

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  • A woman was arrested for vandalizing a Tesla dealership multiple times and was found with incendiary devices, leading to serious felony charges.
  • The incidents at the Tesla dealership are part of a broader trend of hostility directed at Tesla and its CEO Elon Musk, particularly from left-wing activists.
  • Law enforcement officials have expressed concern over the ongoing vandalism, highlighting the distress it has caused in the local community.

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Lucy Grace Nelson is facing charges including explosives or incendiary devices used during a felony, criminal mischief-business, and criminal attempt to commit a Class 3 felony.

The vandalism included graffiti with offensive messages, such as 'Nazi Cars', and the use of incendiary devices. Vehicles were also defaced with red spray paint across their windshields, and there was broken glass in the dealership lot.

The vandalism appears to be linked to public dissatisfaction with Elon Musk's political alignments, as suggested by the nature of the graffiti and the timing of the incidents.

Lucy Grace Nelson has posted a $100,000 bond and is awaiting further legal proceedings. Her next court appearance is scheduled for March 7.

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