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.