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Waymo Taxi Hits Dog, Sparking Safety Concerns Again

12/4/2025

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  • A Waymo self-driving taxi struck a small unleashed dog in San Francisco's Western Addition on Sunday evening near Scott and Eddy streets; Waymo confirmed the collision and is investigating.
  • The incident rekindles concerns about autonomous vehicle safety after the October death of KitKat, a neighborhood cat hit by a Waymo vehicle.
  • San Francisco Supervisor Jackie Fielder urged lawmakers to allow public votes on autonomous vehicle operations in local areas.