Autonomous Bus Crash in Whitby

Incident Overview

On January 5, 2022, Durham Regional Police reported an incident involving an autonomous bus that crashed into a tree in Whitby, Ontario.

Details of the Crash

The bus, part of Whitby's Autonomous Vehicle (AV) testing program, was operating in manual mode when it veered off Watson Street West and collided with a tree near Victoria Street.

Lone Occupant

The 23-year-old driver was the only person on the bus at the time of the crash and sustained minor injuries.

Cause of the Accident

The cause of the accident is still under investigation by Durham Regional Police and the Ministry of Transportation.