Monday's Headlines: Critical Mass of Rage Against the NYPD Edition - Streetsblog New York City
Scores of New Yorkers rode on Friday to protest the Police Department's criminal crackdown on cyclists. Plus other news.
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NYC Student's Arrest Sparks Debate Over Policing Practices
On May 31st, 2025, Nabihah Ahmad, a Columbia University student, experienced an arrest in New York City that has sparked online debate. Ms. Ahmad was biking when she was stopped by NYPD officers. The officers cited three alleged violations: failure to present identification, failure to comply with orders, and failure to yield to an emergency vehicle. Ms. Ahmad disputes these claims, stating, "I literally had no ID on me." She also points to the congested street conditions as preventing her from moving out of the way of the police vehicle. The video shows the officers' interaction with Ms. Ahmad, their insistence on ID despite her explanation, and her subsequent arrest. She was taken into custody and spent several hours in jail. The incident has raised concerns about potential biases in policing and the allocation of resources within the NYPD. The NYPD has not yet released a statement regarding the incident. Ms. Ahmad's video has gone viral, garnering millions of views and thousands of comments. The incident highlights the need for a balanced approach to policing and ensuring fair treatment for all citizens.
Woman Says NYPD Arrested Her for Laughing at Them
"On such a power trip."
