Man Arrested for Vandalizing Autonomous Vehicle in East Hollywood
A shirtless man was arrested for vandalism by the LAPD after he destroyed a Waymo vehicle in a busy East Hollywood intersection. The incident was captured on video.
Los Angeles, CA, July 12, 2026 —
A shirtless man was arrested by the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) on suspicion of vandalism following an incident involving an autonomous vehicle in East Hollywood. The incident occurred in a busy intersection and was captured on video.
The vehicle, a Waymo self-driving car, was reportedly destroyed by the man. The specific location of the intersection and the date of the incident were not provided in the summary.
Video footage of the event circulated, showing the man damaging the Waymo vehicle. The LAPD responded to the scene and took the individual into custody. Details regarding the man’s identity, the extent of the damage to the vehicle, and any potential charges beyond vandalism were not immediately available.
This incident raises questions about the security and public perception of autonomous vehicle technology operating in urban environments. Waymo, the company operating the self-driving car, has been testing and deploying its services in various cities, including Los Angeles.
The LAPD has not released further information regarding the investigation or the motive behind the vandalism. The outcome of the arrest and any subsequent legal proceedings are pending.
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