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Alphabet's Waymo faces federal investigation after robotaxi strikes child, raising regulatory hurdles.

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Araverus Team|Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 4:54 PM

Alphabet's Waymo faces federal investigation after robotaxi strikes child, raising regulatory hurdles.

Araverus Team

Jan 29, 2026 · 4:54 PM

Accident · NHTSA Investigation · Robotaxi · Waymo

Accident NHTSA Investigation Robotaxi Waymo

A Waymo robotaxi struck a child near an elementary school in Santa Monica, prompting investigations by the NHTSA and the National Transportation Safety Board.

The child sustained minor injuries after running into the street from behind a parked SUV.

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