Arizona Woman Attacked by Motorist After Being Boxed In on Route 66

The 61-year-old Tesla driver was punched by the suspect, who has been charged as police investigate the motive behind the assault.

A 61-year-old woman driving a Tesla was boxed in by another motorist on Route 66 in Flagstaff, Arizona, and assaulted while still in her car.
The suspect, identified as 33-year-old Robert Artherton, has been charged with disorderly conduct, assault, and aggressive driving.
Police are investigating the motive, citing driving behavior, honking, and gestures as factors that may have escalated the confrontation.
The victim emphasized that her choice to drive a Tesla was not politically motivated, expressing concern over societal divisions and hostility.
This incident is part of a broader trend of violence and vandalism targeting Tesla owners, which some link to political tensions and anti-Elon Musk sentiment.