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Federal Agencies On The Ground As Uber Investigation Continues In Tempe

Tempe Sgt. Ronald Elcock
(Photo by Casey Kuhn - KJZZ)
Tempe Sgt. Ronald Elcock speaks to the media on March 19, 2018.

State and local law enforcement are investigating a deadly collision between a pedestrian and self-driving car in Tempe.

Elaine Herzberg died after she was hit by an Uber in autonomous mode while walking her bike near Mill Avenue and Curry Road on Sunday night.

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In a statement Tuesday, Tempe police said they are conducting an investigation to “address the operating condition of the vehicle, driver interaction with the vehicle, and opportunities for the vehicle or driver to detect the pedestrian that was struck.”

After their investigation, Tempe police said they will submit the findings to the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office for potential charges.

The National Transportation Safety Board and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration are also conducting an investigation.

Jimmy Jenkins was a producer and senior field correspondent at KJZZ from 2014 to 2021.