- Seven Tesla Superchargers destroyed in coordinated overnight attack
- Authorities confirm evidence of accelerants and deliberate ignition patterns
- Incident follows Colorado Tesla dealership bombing attempt 72 hours prior
Littleton police responded to multiple fires at The Point Shopping Center’s Tesla charging hub in the early hours of February 24, 2025. Forensic teams identified traces of gasoline-based accelerants at three separate charging units, suggesting sophisticated arson techniques. The attack disabled a critical charging corridor serving 1,200+ EVs daily along Interstate 495, creating ripple effects for regional transportation networks.
This incident highlights emerging vulnerabilities in America’s EV infrastructure, which has grown 184% since 2022. Security analysts note that only 23% of public charging stations have 24/7 surveillance – a critical gap highlighted in Tesla’s Q4 2024 security audit. The Massachusetts case follows a concerning pattern: Arson-related insurance claims at EV facilities increased 67% year-over-year through January 2025.
Regional transportation officials confirmed the damaged Superchargers accounted for 40% of Greater Boston’s fast-charging capacity. Local EV owners now face 90-minute detours to functional stations, with ride-share drivers reporting $300+ in daily income losses. Tesla has deployed mobile charging units but warns of 6-8 week repair timelines due to specialized equipment requirements.
A parallel investigation continues in Loveland, Colorado, where authorities arrested Lucy Grace Nelson for attempting to plant incendiary devices at a Tesla dealership. Forensic matches between the Colorado and Massachusetts incidents remain unconfirmed, though both cases involved thermal-targeted attacks on EV infrastructure. The Department of Energy has allocated $4.2 million for enhanced security grants at high-risk charging hubs through its Infrastructure Protection Program.
Industry experts emphasize the need for standardized security protocols as EV adoption accelerates. These attacks expose critical vulnerabilities in our clean energy transition,stated Electrification Coalition CTO Dr. Elena Marquez. Every disabled Supercharger negates the environmental benefits of 47 electric vehicles annually based on current usage patterns.