15/04/2026

Texas Man Charged with Attempted Murder in Attack on OpenAI CEO

Updated 13 hours ago: The new version specifies that the attack occurred in San Francisco, adds a charge of possession of an unregistered firearm, mentions that the document indicated opposition to AI companies and threats against various leaders, states that Moreno-Gama's arraignment is set for Tuesday afternoon, and notes that the investigation is ongoing with potential for charges to evolve.

Daniel Moreno-Gama, 20, faces multiple charges including attempted murder and arson after allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's residence in San Francisco. The attack occurred early Friday morning, causing a fire at the property's exterior gate. No injuries were reported. The US Department of Justice has also charged Moreno-Gama with possession of an unregistered firearm. A document recovered during his arrest indicated his opposition to AI companies and included threats against various leaders. Moreno-Gama's arraignment is set for Tuesday afternoon, and the investigation is ongoing, with potential for charges to evolve based on evidence.

Published 1 day ago • 14 Apr 2026, 08:30 AM IST

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