Critical Mass Cyclists Settle With NYC For $1 Million
NEW YORK (AP) - Bicyclists who were arrested or ticketed in Critical Mass rides in New York say they have settled with the city for nearly $1 million.
The 83 plaintiffs were among hundreds cited in the rides between 2004 and 2006. The rides are held regularly in cities worldwide to bring attention to the needs of urban bicyclists.
The civil rights lawsuit against the New York Police Department was filed in 2007. Lawyers for both sides learned of the settlement Monday.
Calls and e-mails to city lawyers were not immediately returned Tuesday.
The reported settlement doesn't include lawsuits filed by riders arrested during the 2004 Republican National Convention.
Plaintiffs spokeswoman Barbara Ross calls the settlement a victory for all cyclists.
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