The Bad Placeundefined | Man allegedly throws Molotov cocktail at home of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman
A man was arrested after allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail at the San Francisco home of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman on the early morning of Friday. Police said the incendiary device ignited a fire on an exterior gate but caused no injuries. The suspect fled on foot, prompting a description to be dispatched to officers throughout the city.
Shortly after, at about 5 a.m., San Francisco police responded to OpenAI’s headquarters where a man was reportedly threatening to set the building ablaze. Officers identified the individual as the same suspect involved in the earlier home incident and detained him. The 20‑year‑old suspect is now in custody, with charges pending as the investigation continues.
OpenAI praised the rapid response of the San Francisco Police Department and thanked the city for helping keep its employees safe. The company is cooperating fully with law‑enforcement, while the SFPD’s Special Investigations and Arson Units lead the case and the FBI has confirmed it is aware of the incident and is working alongside local police.
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