Uber Self-Driving Car Kills Arizona Woman, the First Pedestrian Death By Autonomous Car

Uber Self-Driving Car Kills Arizona Woman, the First Pedestrian Death By Autonomous Car

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A woman was killed by an Uber self-driving car that was operating in autonomous mode, in Tempe, Arizona. The fatal accident occurred either late Sunday or early Monday, according to the New York Times.

The Tempe Police Department said 49-year-old Elaine Herzberg was crossing the street outside of a crosswalk when she was struck. Police added that she “was transported to a local area hospital where she passed away from her injuries.” The woman’s name has not yet been released.