Colorado Springs — City Councilor Kimberly Gold received a startling notification at 4:00 a.m. on Friday: a video captured a man running up to her parked Tesla and hurling a rock into the front windshield.
Details of the incident
Gold had left her vehicle in the municipal parking area ahead of a scheduled maintenance appointment later that day. The video, which was sent to her phone, appears to show a lone individual approaching the car, tossing a rock, and fleeing the scene.
“As a local city council member, coming off the evening of the delay of the Project Taurus vote, I wondered if this was a targeted attack,” Gold said. “I have custom plates on my car. There are many Teslas in town, but only one with my specific plate.”
Despite the unsettling circumstances, Gold hopes the act was random. “Vandalizing anybody’s vehicle for any reason is not acceptable,” she added.
Police response
The Colorado Springs Police Department confirmed that an investigation is underway. A department spokesperson urged anyone with information to contact CSPD at 719‑444‑7000 or to call Pikes Peak Crime Stoppers anonymously at 719‑634‑STOP.
Police have not released a suspect description, and the motive remains unknown. The department emphasized the importance of community assistance in solving the case.
Financial impact
Replacing a windshield on a Tesla can be costly. Gold reported receiving a quote of about $850, noting that a generous local business offered a reduced price after learning of the incident.
She expressed gratitude for the community’s support and urged residents to remain vigilant.
Community reaction
Neighbors expressed concern over the safety of public parking areas and called for increased security measures. Some suggested installing additional lighting or surveillance cameras to deter future vandalism.
City officials have not yet announced any changes to parking policies, but the incident has sparked a conversation about protecting public officials and private property alike.
Next steps
The investigation continues, and police will update the public as new information becomes available. Councilor Gold plans to attend the upcoming Project Taurus vote and hopes the incident will not distract from the council’s work on the city’s infrastructure projects.
Original reporting: KRDO (Colorado Springs metro) — read the source article.
