Suspect Arrested After Waymo Getaway Attempt

A suspect in Los Angeles attempted to escape after robbing a Ralph's grocery store by using a self-driving Waymo vehicle. The robber allegedly attacked a security guard with pepper spray before fleeing in the autonomous car, which was programmed to pull over upon detecting police sirens. Authorities pursued the vehicle for approximately three miles until it stopped, allowing police to surround it and arrest the suspect. Waymo's technology includes features that enable the car to recognize law enforcement, which was pivotal in thwarting the attempted getaway. The identity of the suspect has not been disclosed, and this incident raises questions about the implications of using autonomous vehicles in criminal activities. Similar past incidents involving Waymo vehicles include attempts to steal the cars and intoxicated individuals attempting to drive them.