On Staten Island, city sanitation crews took decisive action by steamrolling dozens of unregistered mopeds and e-bikes, showcasing Mayor Eric Adams' commitment to removing illegal vehicles from the streets. The city has seized over 100,000 unauthorized vehicles since his term began, primarily focusing on mopeds and e-bikes that surged in popularity during the pandemic. Authorities, including the NYPD and MTA Police, have intensified efforts to tackle these "ghost vehicles," which are often linked to criminal activities. This initiative is seen as part of overall crime reduction strategies.
This morning is not just about crushing mopeds; it is about crushing the criminal activity and quality of life activities that come with them.
Far too often, they are used to rob, to hit, and to run, to cause chaos on our streets and cheat the system.
Since taking office, we have seized over 100,000 ghost vehicles, primarily consisting of unauthorized mopeds and e-bikes.
The crackdown has played a significant role in reducing crime in the city overall.
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