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Man pleads not guilty after accused Molotov attack on OpenAI CEO Sam Altman

Technology
Published on 6 May 2026
Man pleads not guilty after accused Molotov attack on OpenAI CEO Sam Altman

Threats to burn OpenAI headquarters allegedly followed

A man accused of throwing a Molotov cocktail at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s San Francisco home has pleaded not guilty to attempted murder and related charges. Prosecutors also allege he threatened to burn down OpenAI headquarters. The defense says the suspect was in a mental health crisis, and the court has ordered a mental health evaluation as the case proceeds.

  • Accused threw a Molotov cocktail at Sam Altman’s home
  • Prosecutors allege further threats against OpenAI headquarters
  • Defense claims a mental health crisis during the incident
  • Court ordered a mental health evaluation
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