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A 20-year-old suspect was arrested after throwing a Molotov cocktail at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's San Francisco home, causing a fire to an exterior gate, and then threatening OpenAI offices, with no injuries reported.
The incident occurred early Friday morning around 4:00 am, with the suspect fleeing on foot after the attack on Altman's residence. The San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) confirmed the arrest and stated that charges are pending.
An OpenAI spokesperson confirmed the incidents, emphasizing that no one was hurt, and expressed gratitude for SFPD's swift response. This event follows previous security concerns for OpenAI, including a lockdown threat in November and ongoing protests outside its headquarters.
Sam Altman addressed the attack in a personal blog post, sharing a family photo and reflecting on the impact of narratives, specifically referencing a recent New Yorker article that questioned his trustworthiness. He stated his commitment to the mission despite being a "flawed person."
