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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.
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