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Two NYPD officers were shot in Queens while investigating a series of robberies involving suspects on scooters. The officers returned fire, injuring a 19-year-old suspect who is now hospitalized and facing charges. Both officers have been released from the hospital. The incident highlights a rise in scooter-related robberies in the area.
A shooting in the Bronx, New York, involving individuals on scooters has left one dead and three injured. The suspects, wearing masks and hoodies, fled the scene on scooters after firing approximately 10 rounds, hitting four victims. The city has been cracking down on scooters and illegal bikes, confiscating 9,500 scooters citywide this year, with 2,500 seized in the Bronx alone. One man is in police custody, but it's unclear if he is directly linked to the shooting, and no further arrests have been made.
Viewers in Rochester have noticed scooters and e-bikes from VEO being left in various locations throughout the city. VEO utilizes swappable batteries and GPS tracking, allowing their devices to be accessible at all times. Local staff make daily rounds to replace batteries and retrieve devices that are in the wrong place. VEO encourages the free-floating nature of their scooters and e-bikes for convenience and flexibility. Concerns can be reported directly to the company.