Waymo Robotaxi Alerts Authorities After Discovering Ghost Gun in Vehicle
By Editor • September 13, 2026 • 1 min read
In a startling incident in San Francisco, a Waymo robotaxi became the unlikely whistleblower in a case involving two juveniles armed with a ghost gun. The autonomous vehicle pulled over and summoned law enforcement, leading to the arrest of the young riders.
The two individuals, both minors, were found in possession of a loaded AR-style ghost gun, prompting the Waymo vehicle to notify the police. Following the incident, the juveniles were taken into custody and transported to a juvenile hall.
Waymo confirmed to the Los Angeles Times that one of its autonomous cabs was involved in the event. A representative stated that the car detected a "violation of our terms of service involving a firearm" before taking the initiative to alert authorities. This incident adds to the ongoing narrative around safety and security concerning autonomous vehicle operations.
Source: www.theverge.com
