Recent incidents involving Waymo's autonomous vehicles in Los Angeles highlight ongoing safety and operational challenges. A Waymo robotaxi drove dangerously close to a police felony stop downtown, passing a white truck pulled over by police with flashing lights. The vehicle slowed but did not avoid the scene, passing within a few feet of police officers and a suspect lying face down on the street. LAPD stated the vehicle's proximity did not influence police tactics, and the incident lasted about 15 seconds. Waymo emphasized safety as a priority and said they learn from such events to improve road safety. The company, owned by Alphabet, operates in multiple cities and has surpassed 100 million miles without a fatality, despite some setbacks such as vehicles being torched during protests and incidents involving glitches like illegal turns. Another incident involved a Waymo vehicle driving into a police standoff, capturing footage of officers with guns drawn and a helicopter overhead. The vehicle quickly cleared the scene, and passengers arrived safely. These events underscore the complexities and risks of deploying autonomous vehicles in urban environments, especially during active police scenes.