An unprecedented event unfolded on the icy sidewalks of Helsinki. The tranquil streets of Finland bore witness to the escape of a meal delivery robot, marking a probable first in the world. Here are the details…
Delivery robot disappeared without a trace
A delivery robot belonging to the S Group delivery company in Helsinki slipped on the icy pavement covered with snow and collided with a car. Even more intriguing, an eyewitness reported that after hitting the car, the robot staggered back and forth sideways but waved its safety flag happily without sounding any alarms.
Following the incident, it was reported that the robot fled and disappeared without a trace. The eyewitness alerted emergency services of a ‘traffic accident,’ and awaited the arrival of the police. One of the officers who arrived at the scene remarked that this was a first in their career, with a robot fleeing the scene.
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An investigation into the crime has been launched
Last year, Finland’s grocery store chain S-kaupat collaborated with Starship Technologies, one of the largest delivery robot companies. The company owns hundreds of these autonomous delivery robots that serve customers through their smartphones.
Following this incident, the delivery company announced that it was investigating the accident and taking steps to identify the culprit. This incident in Helsinki demonstrates that delivery robots are not just about delivering food.
These autonomous vehicles are also capable of embarking on exciting adventures of their own. However, such incidents should be carefully handled and stringent safety measures should be implemented in a world where technology is advancing rapidly.
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