OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home in North Beach was the target of an attack involving a Molotov cocktail early Friday morning. Approximately an hour later, the same suspect threatened to burn down the company's San Francisco headquarters. San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) responded to both incidents, ultimately detaining and arresting the 20-year-old male suspect. OpenAI confirmed the attacks, stating that thankfully, no injuries were sustained. Authorities are continuing their investigation to determine the full scope and motive behind the coordinated assault.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's private residence in North Beach was targeted by an incendiary device, and the incident escalated when the suspect later threatened the company's San Francisco headquarters with arson.
Police reported that a suspect threw a Molotov cocktail at Sam Altman's home in North Beach early Friday morning. The attack occurred at approximately 4 a.m., causing a fire to an exterior gate. The suspect fled the scene on foot.
Approximately one hour after the residential attack, law enforcement responded to a separate incident involving a man threatening arson at the AI company's San Francisco office. Authorities recognized the individual involved in the headquarters threat as the same suspect who attacked Altman's home.
San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) officers responded to both scenes. Following the second incident, officers detained and arrested the 20-year-old male suspect. Charges related to the attack and threat are currently pending.
OpenAI confirmed the incident and issued a statement emphasizing the swift response of the SFPD, noting that no injuries were reported during the attacks. The company stated it is fully cooperating with law enforcement to assist with the ongoing investigation.