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Waymo Involved in Los Angeles Collision that Left 2 Hospitalized
A woman was critically injured and four others were treated after a Waymo collision that police said remains under investigation.
On Sunday, a collision involving a Waymo autonomous vehicle and another car occurred in the Pico-Union neighborhood of Los Angeles, resulting in multiple injuries including hospitalizations.
According to Waymo, a blue sedan traveling 47-50 mph struck a pedestrian outside a crosswalk before swerving into the opposite traffic lane and hitting the company's vehicle traveling east at 27 mph.
At least two people were transported to local hospitals by the Los Angeles Fire Department, while four others who complained of pain were treated at the scene.
A Waymo spokesperson said "the safety of our riders and other road users is our top priority," noting the company is coordinating with first responders as the investigation continues.
The Los Angeles Police Department confirmed the investigation remains ongoing following the crash, which was reported at 5:44 a.m. near West Venice Boulevard two blocks north of the 10 Freeway.