The NYPD reported a staggering 4,000% increase in criminal summonses against e-bike riders, issuing 916 in just two weeks, compared to only 553 last year. This abrupt rise, linked to Commissioner Tisch's crackdown, has raised alarms among advocates, who criticize it as a sneak enforcement tactic lacking public disclosure. Critics argue that the policy is a severe overreach, reminiscent of past ineffective measures that failed to deter sidewalk riding. As summons issuance continues, there are calls for elected officials to intervene and reverse these policies for the sake of community safety.
It's alarming that a policy change that was sneaked in without public notice has already escalated to become a massive crackdown.
This policy is an egregious overreach, and we call on elected officials to demand the NYPD reverse it immediately.
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