NYPD: Man brutally attacked in back of cab dies in Coney Island
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The NYPD reported that 53-year-old Michael Shelonchik died after being brutally attacked in the back of a livery taxi in Coney Island. Two men are currently wanted in connection to the robbery and assault. Following this incident, taxi drivers have rallied for a change in city laws that would allow them to lock the passenger doors once a customer is secured inside, adding a layer of protection against potential assaults.
Police say two men are wanted for breaking into a livery taxi, robbing 53-year-old Michael Shelonchik and taking off.
On Thursday, representatives of the New York State Federation of Drivers called for action to change city laws concerning passenger safety in taxis.
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