A group of New Yorkers injured by reckless e-bike riders is suing Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s administration, claiming his decision to stop enforcing minor e-bike violations has made city streets significantly more dangerous.

The lawsuit, expected to be filed Thursday, challenges Mamdani’s March executive order that halted enforcement of low-level e-bike offenses. Plaintiffs argue the policy has created a “lawless free-for-all” where pedestrians are increasingly being struck by speeding riders with little fear of consequences.

The suit is being brought by advocacy group NYC Common Sense, several crash victims, and Staten Island Councilman Frank Morano, who is participating in his personal capacity.

The legal challenge comes amid growing criticism of the city’s expanding bike lane network and declining enforcement of e-bike laws. Opponents say injuries involving high-speed electric bikes continue to rise while City Hall prioritizes bike infrastructure over pedestrian safety.

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