Teenagers and pranks are an age-old combination, from skipping class to sneaking out after dark. But two New York City teens took things up a notch this week, swapping the usual joyride for something far more audacious: commandeering an out-of-service subway car. On the night of September 12, the 17-year-olds boarded an idle train in Queens and attempted to drive it themselves. They managed to move about 50 feet before crashing into another empty train car at the Briarwood station. Fortunately, no one was hurt, and the damage was minimal, but the teens fled the scene.
Surveillance footage quickly led authorities to the suspects. One wore a pink satin bonnet and crop top, the other a blue tank top and red shorts, making them easily recognizable. Both have since been arrested and charged with first-degree criminal mischief and reckless endangerment. Whether the teens had any idea how to operate the train remains unclear, but the incident has raised serious concerns about safety. Demetrius Crichlow, Interim Transit Authority President, condemned their actions, emphasizing that while no one was seriously harmed, the situation could have ended in disaster.
The New York City Police Department weighed in on social media, posting a playful but stern warning: “Stand clear of the closing (jail cell) doors, please!” What began as a thrill-seeking prank could now lead to significant legal consequences for the two teens, serving as a reminder of how quickly reckless behavior can spiral into something far more dangerous.
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