A disturbing incident involving a woman in a self-driving car has sparked serious concerns about women’s safety. The event, captured on video, shows two men blocking a Waymo autonomous cab, refusing to let it move until the woman inside shares her phone number. The men persist despite her pleas for them to move, creating a frightening situation where the woman is trapped inside the vehicle.
The video, which resurfaced recently, shows the woman sitting in the front passenger seat as the men stand in front of the car, gesturing for her contact details. She repeatedly says “No, move,” but the men continue to block the path, rendering the vehicle immobile. The encounter only ended when the woman screamed for help, prompting the men to leave.
The incident has reignited debates surrounding women’s safety, especially in situations where technology like self-driving cars is involved. Many social media users have expressed outrage, suggesting that safety measures should be implemented to prevent such situations. One user proposed activating a feature that would automatically alert police and send dashcam footage if a woman is trapped or in danger.
In response to the incident, Waymo, the company operating the autonomous vehicle, emphasized that riders have access to 24/7 support agents who can help resolve such situations and coordinate with law enforcement if needed.
The viral video also sparked comparisons to the “Man vs Bear” trend, where social media users discuss which encounter is safer for women—meeting a man or a bear in the wild. In the trend, most participants chose a bear over a man, highlighting the ongoing fears about women’s safety in everyday life.
