Texas Man Charged With Attempted Murder in Altman Attack (1)

April 13, 2026, 11:17 PM UTC

Local and federal prosecutors filed attempted murder and other criminal charges against the man arrested Friday for allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail at the home of OpenAI Chief Executive Officer Sam Altman.

San Fransisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins said local prosecutors are charging Daniel Moreno-Gama, 20, with attempted murder, attempted arson and possession of a destructive device, among other charges. No one was injured in the attack.

Brooke Jenkins
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“We interpret this behavior for just what it is: an attempt on Mr. Altman’s life and an extreme danger to those around him and those who work for his company,” Jenkins ...

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