Police: Man accused of inflicting $23K in damage to Teslas at Roosevelt Field mall

Authorities say the 83-year-old suspect will be arraigned Wednesday in Hempstead.

News 12 Staff

Apr 23, 2025, 9:43 AM

Updated 4 hr ago

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A man accused of damaging five new Tesla vehicles Sunday at the Roosevelt Field mall is facing criminal mischief charges.
Nassau police say 83-year-old Victor Divergilio used a sharp object to make deep scratches on the vehicles in the parking lot.
He inflicted $23,000 worth of damage, according to authorities.
Following an investigation, detectives arrested Divergilio at his residence without incident.
He will be arraigned Wednesday in Hempstead.