Enrico Pucci was convicted for using the Tesla application to manipulate his ex-wife's car in various ways. He remotely changed the vehicle's temperature, limited speed and blocked the woman's access to the car. These actions are part of a stalking and intimidation pattern that lasted four years.
Pucci pleaded guilty to 30 domestic violence crimes related to this period. The case draws attention for involving automotive technology as a harassment tool, showing how connected applications can be used to exert control over victims.
The ex-wife owned a Tesla vehicle, a brand known for its internet-connected features that allow remote control through an application. This functionality, which was supposed to bring convenience, was exploited by Pucci to threaten and harass the victim even after the end of the relationship. The trial highlights the need for vigilance regarding the misuse of technology in domestic violence cases.
