Overview
- The collision occurred around 7:40 p.m. on May 25 at Bedford and Park avenues in Williamsburg when the toddler stepped into an active bike lane.
- Video posted by Williamsburg 365 News shows the skirt-and-sweater-clad child being sideswiped and knocked off her feet by a southbound e-bike.
- The 22-year-old cyclist, who appeared to be a delivery rider based on a bag on his bike, remained at the scene and was not charged.
- Officers said the girl suffered minor lower abdominal injuries and was taken to Bellevue Hospital for evaluation.
- Community reactions on social media have spotlighted parent supervision, e-bike regulations and demands for safer bike-lane infrastructure to protect pedestrians.