The Chief of Police in Minnesota has adhered to his department’s "core value of compassion" in an unusual situation regarding the recent spate of vandalism against Tesla cars, deciding not to file charges against a suspected vandal.
Bloomington Police Chief Booker Hodges also commented this week, stating it has been indicated that "the individual involved may have been a victim, particularly in light of the harmful rhetoric coming from some officials."
“Individuals should be able to drive their preferred car without the unease of visiting a store.
On March 26th, the suspect damaged a Tesla parked outside a Cub Foods on France Avenue, resulting in $3,200 in damages after taking its key. He spoke to the Minnesota Star Tribune.
Police shared a video on social platforms of a female in the parking area, seeking assistance to identify her, according to the publication.
On Tuesday, Hodges revealed that the woman brought her family and admitted to the vandalism the day after the video was shared, as reported by the Star Tribune.
However, it was revealed that the Tesla owner merely wished for the woman to pay the repair costs, and Hodges confirmed that she has done so.
"The car owner was only interested in having the vehicle repaired and requested that the suspect cover the expenses," Hodges stated. "Considering the overall context and our fundamental value of empathy, this represents the most favorable resolution for all parties involved."
Continuing to address the issue of leadership, he remarked, "We require a leader to steer this discourse and halt this negativity. Individuals should be able to coexist peacefully and eliminate occurrences like this," stated Hodges, who added, "We need leadership to navigate this narrative and cease contributing to it. We can harmonize and resolve issues like this."
While Hodges did not specify any particular leaders, the Star Tribune noted that Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, who previously campaigned with Kamala Harris for Vice President, mentioned last month that they would derive satisfaction from monitoring Tesla’s stock value.
As readers of Blaze News may be aware, Musk is taking a stance against Walz on X: "I’d like to express my gratitude to the Lord for viewing @jdvance’s portrait at @whitehouse when I require a little encouragement."
Any further remarks?
Hodges cautioned others who might think that causing damage to Teslas would exempt them from facing criminal consequences.
You can watch Hodges’ video remarks here.
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