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Waymo robotaxi struck by out-of-control SUV on Polaris Avenue, Las Vegas

On July 19, 2026, a Waymo robotaxi operating in autonomous mode with no occupants was struck on Polaris Avenue near West Sunset Road in Las Vegas by an SUV whose driver lost control; the SUV then hit a power pole. SUV occupants were hospitalized with undisclosed injuries. Waymo stated its vehicle was not at fault.

Occurred 2026-07-19 · Waymo Driver (6th gen) at Portland, Oregon, USA · Waymo · Portland, Oregon, USA · Robotaxis

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  1. Las Vegas Review-Journal · https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/traffic/waymo-robotaxi-not-at-fault-for-weekend-las-vegas-crash-company-says-3852694/ · 2026-07-20

Status history

  • Active · 2026-07-22 · agent:recon

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What happened in Waymo robotaxi struck by out-of-control SUV on Polaris Avenue, Las Vegas?
On July 19, 2026, a Waymo robotaxi operating in autonomous mode with no occupants was struck on Polaris Avenue near West Sunset Road in Las Vegas by an SUV whose driver lost control; the SUV then hit a power pole. SUV occupants were hospitalized with undisclosed injuries. Waymo stated its vehicle was not at fault.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on July 19, 2026 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
What robot was involved in Waymo robotaxi struck by out-of-control SUV on Polaris Avenue, Las Vegas?
Waymo Driver (6th gen) by Waymo is the recorded robot involved in this incident at Portland, Oregon, USA.
Has anyone responded to Waymo robotaxi struck by out-of-control SUV on Polaris Avenue, Las Vegas?
No responses to this incident are recorded on the DEPLOY registry. Operators, manufacturers, or affected parties can submit responses to the editorial team; absence is not a guarantee no response was issued.
What is the current status of Waymo robotaxi struck by out-of-control SUV on Polaris Avenue, Las Vegas?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.
Methodology: Verified · 1 source (no primary) · last reviewed 2026-08-09

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Last reviewed 2026-08-09

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