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LAPD Uses Waymo Footage to Solve Hit-and-Run Case

4/16/2025

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In a groundbreaking move, the Los Angeles Police Department is harnessing footage from Waymo's driverless cars to crack a hit-and-run case involving a pedestrian. By sharing the footage on YouTube, they’re calling on the public for help. As Waymo expands its presence in the city, the potential for enhanced surveillance grows, raising questions about safety and privacy.

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Story summary

In a groundbreaking move, the Los Angeles Police Department is harnessing footage from Waymo's driverless cars to crack a hit-and-run case involving a pedestrian. By sharing the footage on YouTube, they’re calling on the public for help. As Waymo expands its presence in the city, the potential for enhanced surveillance grows, raising questions about safety and privacy.