Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty, backed by billionaire George Soros, won’t file criminal charges against a staffer in Governor Tim Walz’s administration. The staffer was caught vandalizing Teslas in Minneapolis, causing an estimated $20,000 in damage.
Suspect Caught on Camera Scratching Tesla
Surveillance footage showed Dylan Bryan Adams, a 33-year-old policy analyst for Governor Walz, keying a parked Tesla while walking his dog. Police arrested Adams last week. He was connected to at least six vandalism incidents targeting Tesla vehicles.
Prosecutor Offers Pre-Charge Diversion InsteadInstead of pursuing criminal charges, Moriarty’s office chose pre-charge diversion. This program allows offenders to avoid prosecution if they agree to certain terms.
“Our priority is to recover damages for the victims and hold Mr. Adams accountable,” said Daniel Borgertpoepping, a spokesperson for the Hennepin County Attorney’s Office. “Diversion helps the individual keep a job, pay restitution, and reduces the chance of repeat crimes.”
He added that criminal charges could still follow if Adams breaks the law again.
Police Criticize Decision to Avoid Charges
The Minneapolis Police Department expressed frustration with the decision. Officers said they worked hard on the case and expected charges.
“We did our job,” the department said in a statement. “We identified a crime trend, investigated it, arrested the suspect, and submitted the case. This decision impacts at least six victims and over $20,000 in damage.”
They also noted how disappointing it is when their work gets dismissed. “Victims often feel the same,” the statement added.
Soros Funding Sparks Controversy
George Soros contributed hundreds of thousands of dollars to support Mary Moriarty’s campaign. Her progressive stance on prosecution has drawn criticism, especially in high-profile cases like this one.
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