The FBI's manhunt for a suspect linked to an apparent domestic terrorism incident at a Tesla charging station in Lacey, Washington, has intensified. In a press conference held on Tuesday, officials from the FBI Seattle Field Office urged the public to come forward with any video evidence that might shed light on the attack, as reported by KIRO 7. Though the FBI has not disclosed much new information, the refocused attention on the incident indicates a serious effort to apprehend the individual responsible.
Working jointly with the ATF Seattle, law enforcement is relentless in piecing together the moments leading to the destruction at the charging station. An explosion that seemingly targeted Tesla's infrastructure blasted panels off a power cabinet and inflicted damage on the electrical switchgear. According to a statement obtained by FOX 13 Seattle, evidence from the scene has been sent to the laboratory to "make the final determination of the causation of the fire and explosion," as per Jonathan Blais, special agent in charge with the ATF Seattle. While investigators sift through debris, specifics on the materials used in the attack remain under careful examination.
Amidst the rubble and the search, a very specific call for a potential witness rings clear. The FBI seeks photos or videos from anyone near South Sound Center, inclusive of areas around the Target and Kohl's stores, the Chehalis Western and Woodland Creek trails, as KOMO News reports. A gray or dark gray Tesla Model X, with a model year between 2016 and 2019, present prior to the explosion, could possess crucial images saved by its onboard systems. This vehicle and its driver are not suspects but viewed as potential eyewitnesses to the crime's forefront.
Any leads or footage that could crack this case wide open are of great interest to the FBI. Tips can be directed to the FBI's tipline at 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324) or submitted online at tips.fbi.gov, as per the routine protocol. Additionally, local information can be directed to the Lacey Police Department at 360-459-4333, reinforcing the collective effort between federal and local law enforcement in addressing what is labeled now, domestic terrorism.
