OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's San Francisco Home Targeted in Molotov Cocktail Attack
A 20-year-old man was arrested after allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's San Francisco residence and making threats at the company's headquarters.
Early Friday morning, a 20-year-old man allegedly threw a Molotov cocktail at the San Francisco home of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, causing a fire at an exterior gate. No injuries were reported.
Approximately an hour later, the same individual reportedly threatened to burn down OpenAI's headquarters. Police arrested the suspect near the company's offices.
OpenAI confirmed the incidents, stating that no one was harmed and expressing appreciation for the swift response from the San Francisco Police Department.
The suspect, identified as Daniel Alejandro Moreno-Gama, was booked into San Francisco County Jail on charges including attempted murder, arson, and possession of an incendiary device.
The motive behind the attacks remains under investigation.