Luis Cruz was tragically struck and killed by an e-bike rider while crossing the street in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. The 26-year-old rider allegedly ran a stop sign before slamming into Cruz, who suffered severe head trauma. This accident highlights a worrying trend in NYC, where incidents involving e-bikes and scooters have consistently risen, with injuries increasing by 350% since 2017. Following the spike in pedestrian injuries and fatalities, local legislation is being considered to require registration for e-bikes and their riders to improve safety and accountability.
Luis Cruz, a 49-year-old man, was tragically hit and killed by an e-bike rider in Greenpoint, raising concerns over the safety of such vehicles.
As e-bikes and scooters gain popularity in NYC, related injuries have surged 350% since 2017, with pedestrian fatalities increasing by 150% in the same period.
Legislation is being proposed to regulate e-bikes in NYC, including mandatory registration for both the vehicles and their riders, highlighting public safety concerns.
After running a stop sign, the 26-year-old e-bike rider was involved in the fatal collision with Cruz, who had stepped out of his double-parked car.
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