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New York’s crackdown on illegal mopeds | DW News
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The NYPD crushed 200 illegal mopeds and scooters, marking a portion of the 5,700 such vehicles seized in 2026.
In a public display, the New York Police Department used bulldozers to flatten 200 illegal mopeds and scooters. This action is part of a larger enforcement effort against vehicles that are unregistered, uninsured, or equipped with fake plates, which authorities identify as a public safety risk linked to criminal activity. In 2026, the NYPD seized 5,700 of these vehicles, a 10% increase from the previous year, with the resulting scrap metal being recycled.
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