Tragic E-Bike Crash Claims Life of Brooklyn Comedian Kenny DeForest
Comedians are calling for improved cycling infrastructure after comedian Kenny DeForest died in a tragic crash while riding an electric Citi Bike in Brooklyn. Initial reports suggested he was hit by a car, but police later clarified that he collided with an unoccupied parked car. DeForest's death has sparked a conversation about the need for protected bike lanes and better safety measures for cyclists. His death marks the 28th cyclist fatality in New York City this year, making it the second-deadliest year for bike riders since 1999.