14-Year-Old Charged in San Francisco Waymo Vehicle Arson
A teenager has been charged with arson after a mob attacked and set fire to a self-driving taxi in San Francisco's Chinatown.
- San Francisco Police Department identified and charged a 14-year-old in connection with the arson of a Waymo self-driving taxi.
- The incident occurred during Lunar New Year celebrations, with the vehicle being attacked by a mob and set ablaze with fireworks.
- Evidence was collected from the teenager's home under a search warrant, leading to the charges.
- Local tensions have escalated with the increased presence of autonomous vehicles, sparking violent incidents.
- The investigation is ongoing, with the juvenile probation department deciding on the suspect's custody status.