Man arrested for biking without a bell

Fuck me this is almost two years old. He was approached for “going to several residences known for criminal activity”.

https://nj1015.com/nj-cops-bust-man-for-no-bell-on-bike-and-acting-suspiciously/

And before the downvotes start burying me, might I suggest you read this article on the legal requirements of a “sound device” on a bicycle in New Jersey:

https://www.state.nj.us/transportation/commuter/bike/regulations.shtm

39:4-11 Audible Signal. A bicycle must be equipped with a bell or other audible device that can be heard at least 100 feet away, but not a siren or whistle.

Is the bell thing a bit ridiculous? Yes, I agree.

We’re the cops wrong in approaching someone who’s visiting residences known for criminal activity? I don’t think there’s anything outrageous about that.

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