Teen Killed in E-Bike Collision with Truck in Brooklyn Identified

The NYPD has identified the 16-year-old boy who tragically lost his life in a collision with a truck on Monday at a busy intersection in Kensington, Brooklyn. The victim, Juraed Umedjon, was riding an e-bike with two other teenagers when the fatal crash occurred.

The incident took place at the intersection of Ditmas and Coney Island Avenues, an area known for heavy traffic. According to police reports, the e-bike was traveling at high speeds when it attempted to stop but instead slid underneath a truck. The collision resulted in the death of Umedjon and left another teen injured.

A 15-year-old, who was also on the e-bike, was rushed to Maimonides Medical Center, where he remains in stable condition. The third teenager, who was not injured, spoke off-camera to News 12, explaining that the e-bike was designed to carry no more than two riders, raising questions about the bike’s capacity at the time of the crash.

The driver of the truck, a 48-year-old man, is cooperating with the ongoing investigation. Authorities are working to determine the exact circumstances leading to the collision. As of now, no charges have been filed, but the investigation remains active.

The tragic accident has drawn attention to the growing popularity of e-bikes in New York City, especially among teenagers. While e-bikes provide a convenient mode of transportation, concerns have been raised about the risks associated with speeding and overcrowding on these vehicles.

The Kensington community has expressed deep sorrow over Umedjon’s death, with friends and family mourning the sudden loss of a young life. The intersection where the accident occurred has long been a point of concern for residents, who hope that this tragedy will prompt safety improvements.

As the investigation continues, authorities are urging witnesses or anyone with information about the incident to come forward. The loss of Juraed Umedjon serves as a somber reminder of the need for caution and awareness on the roads, especially as the use of e-bikes becomes more widespread in the city.