A 20-year-old Texas man, Daniel Alejandro Moreno-Gama, has been charged with multiple state and federal offenses for allegedly carrying out a Molotov cocktail attack on a residence and attempting to set a business on fire in San Francisco. The incidents occurred on April 10 in Russian Hill and at a commercial establishment on Third Street. Moreno-Gama faces charges including attempted murder, attempted arson, and possession of incendiary devices.
Prosecutors are seeking to keep Moreno-Gama in custody without bail due to public safety concerns. The US Department of Justice has also filed federal charges against him, including attempted damage using explosives and possession of an unregistered firearm. Moreno-Gama allegedly traveled from Texas to San Francisco with the intent to harm the CEO of a major artificial intelligence company.
After throwing a Molotov cocktail at the CEO’s residence, Moreno-Gama attempted to break into the AI company’s headquarters while making threats. He was found with incendiary devices, kerosene, a lighter, and a document outlining threats against AI company executives. Officials warned that such actions could be considered domestic terrorism if linked to attempts to influence public policy.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche emphasized that violence is not an acceptable means of expressing disagreement. US Attorney Craig Missakian stated that any attempt to instill fear or violence in American society will not be tolerated. The charges against Moreno-Gama carry potential prison sentences of up to 20 years for explosives-related offenses and up to 10 years for firearm violations.
