OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s SF home targeted by person throwing Molotov
San Francisco Chronicle • • nation
Key Points:
- A 20-year-old man was arrested in San Francisco after throwing a Molotov cocktail at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s home in the Russian Hill neighborhood, causing a fire at the exterior gate but no injuries.
- The incident occurred around 4:12 a.m., and about an hour later, the same individual threatened to burn down OpenAI’s headquarters in Mission Bay before being apprehended by police.
- OpenAI confirmed the home belonged to Altman and stated they are cooperating with law enforcement during the investigation.
- OpenAI expressed gratitude for the swift response from the San Francisco Police Department and city officials in ensuring employee safety.
- Police have not released further information about the suspect, and the investigation is ongoing.
