Driverless car in California vandalized over the weekend

February 12, 2024 5:45 AM

Published February 12, 2024 5:53 AM

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (NBC, KYMA/KECY) - A self-driving car was vandalized and set on fire in San Francisco Saturday night.

The Waymo autonomous vehicle was not transporting any passengers at the time of the incident.

A Waymo spokesperson said the group of people surrounded the car and started attacking it by tagging the car and breaking the windows.

Authorities also said that a firework was lit inside the vehicle which ultimately led to the fire. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.

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