Frightening Crash on 8th Avenue Results in Injuries [Denver, CO]

Denver, CO (August 29, 2026) — A chain-reaction crash on 8th Avenue involving a Waymo autonomous vehicle left two drivers with minor injuries Thursday afternoon in Denver.

The collision happened around 2:36 p.m. near West 8th Avenue and Delaware Street. Denver police said a westbound driver struck another vehicle, which then hit a stopped, unoccupied Waymo.

One driver managed to stop behind the Waymo, but another vehicle approaching from behind crashed into his van, pushing it into the autonomous vehicle. Police later cited one driver for following too closely.

Waymo said its vehicle stopped after detecting a pedestrian waiting at the curb who intended to cross the street. The pedestrian crossed safely. The drivers involved said they did not see anyone crossing when the Waymo stopped.

Both drivers reported minor injuries, while the crash damaged their vehicles. Denver police continue investigating the initial collision.

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