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20-year-old arrested after Molotov cocktail thrown at Sam Altman’s San Francisco home
Police say a suspect threw an incendiary device at Sam Altman’s San Francisco home, then made threats near OpenAI headquarters; he was detained and no one was hurt.
Apr 10th 2026 · United States
Insights
- A 20-year-old man was arrested after a Molotov cocktail was thrown at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s San Francisco home.
- The incendiary device set an exterior gate on fire and the suspect fled on foot.
- Less than an hour later police were called to threats at OpenAI’s headquarters and recognized the same man.
- Officers detained the man and police have not yet filed charges or publicly identified him.
- No injuries were reported and OpenAI is assisting the investigation.
Sources
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