FYI: A woman narrowly escaped an attempted kidnapping at a Tesla Supercharger in Canada, prompting discussions on the safety measures for EV drivers.
## Attempted Abduction at Canadian Tesla Supercharger
An alarming incident occurred on a Saturday at the Vaughan Mills Supercharger in Concord, Ontario. According to York Regional Police, four suspects attempted to kidnap a woman, who fortunately managed to escape with only minor injuries.
### The Incident and Investigation
Police sources confirm the victim sustained minor injuries while fleeing the scene. The authorities regard the case as a targeted attack, clarifying there’s no broader public safety threat. The suspects, dressed in black and driving a stolen blue Honda Civic (license plate AXJN850), have yet to be apprehended.
York Regional Police are deep into the investigation but haven’t provided additional comments. They urge anyone with information, cellphone footage, or dashcam recordings related to the incident to contact the 4 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 1-866-876-5423 extension 7441.
### Witness Footage and Initial Misclassification
Footage, allegedly recorded by a nearby individual in their Tesla, circulated on social media, depicting the unsettling event. X account 6ixBuzzTV shared the difficult-to-watch video, noting that the assailants brandished at least two firearms during the attempted kidnapping. Initial reports by York Police misclassified the incident as a carjacking.
Woman Supercharging her Model Y carjacked by 4 men with guns. So sad we have to worry about things like this, exactly why companies like @EVjectOfficial exist. https://t.co/H1kusV781R
— Kim Java (@ItsKimJava) August 25, 2024
### Conversations on EV Safety Solutions
The incident has ignited discussions within the Tesla and electric vehicle (EV) communities about EVject, a product designed to enable drivers to quickly disconnect from Superchargers without exiting their vehicles during emergencies. While some argue that EVject could have helped, others note that the assailants blocked the victim’s car, casting doubt on the product’s efficacy in this scenario.
Despite the debate, EVject has garnered attention as a safety measure for EV drivers. This discussion is especially timely, as Tesla recently filed a lawsuit against EVject earlier this month, citing safety risks from the lack of over-temperature protection hardware.
### Conclusion
The attempted kidnapping at the Tesla Supercharger in Canada underscores the importance of safety measures for EV drivers. While innovative solutions like EVject are being considered, the incident highlights the need for continuous improvement in safety protocols.
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William Kouch, Editor of Automotive.fyi
