Irvine police seek suspect in Tesla vandalism with Nazi and Fascist graffiti

The Irvine Police Department is asking the public to help identify a man who spray‑painted offensive words on about 13 Tesla vehicles over a two‑week period. The vandalism occurred on July 17 and July 23 at two parking garages near Michelson Drive and Carlson Avenue. The spray‑painted words included “Nazi” and “Fascist”. Police released a 33‑second video showing a light‑brown‑haired man in gray pants and a black jacket covering his mouth while defacing the cars. Surveillance footage from the Teslas captured part of the incident. Officers are urging anyone with information to call (949) 724‑7000.

The investigation remains ongoing as the suspect is still at large.