3 people jump on NYPD car, crack windshield during Queens street takeover
Wild street takeover in Queens: Suspects jump on squad car
A drag racing gathering in Queens turned chaotic when three people jumped on a police vehicle, damaging the windshield before running away.
NEW YORK - A police response to a drag racing gathering in Queens turned chaotic when individuals climbed onto a patrol vehicle and damaged it.
What we know:
Officers responded around 1:49 a.m. April 18 to multiple 911 calls reporting drag racing near Eliot Avenue and 69th Street within the 104 Precinct.
Police say officers arrived within a minute and activated lights and sirens to disperse the gathering.
Most vehicles and attendees left the area without incident.
During the dispersal, three unidentified individuals jumped onto the hood of a marked police vehicle, causing damage and cracking the windshield.
The individuals then fled in a vehicle in an unknown direction.
What Happened Next:
At the direction of the precinct’s commanding officer, additional units canvassed surrounding streets to deter further reckless driving.
During that canvass, one motorist was issued a summons for blocking a crosswalk.
What we don't know:
Police have not released descriptions of the individuals involved.
What's next:
The investigation remains ongoing.
The Source: This article was written using information from the NYPD.