🚨 TLC Driver Has Vehicle Stolen After Being Beat Up By Passengers
NYC TLC driver Ramon Peña was thrown out of his own vehicle by passengers who arranged trip via local base. His 2019 Toyota Highlander (T796375C) is still missing, $3,000 reward offered
"They put him in a chokehold, they stole his money, and while the vehicle was moving, they threw him out the car…We also want to make sure that we recover the vehicle, because right now his vehicle is stolen, and he doesn't have the means of earning a living"
- Fernando Mateo, New York State Federation of Taxi Drivers
"Something in my mind told me not to, something in my mind said no, relax, and thanks to god and my lovely mom"
- NYC TLC Driver Ramon Peña
52-year-old NYC TLC driver Ramon Peña was thrown out of his own 2019 Toyota Highlander (T796375C | VIN 5TDJZRFH9KS599086) as it was stolen by two riders early Friday morning in the Bronx. The passengers who requested the ride called a local livery base on the phone, giving an address at an intersection along Pelham Parkway North (near Tenbroeck Avenue). According to reporting, the location is normally deserted at that hour (around 4 a.m.) and not well lit.
ABC NY reported on the incident, showing Mr. Peña, who’s been a TLC driver for 15 years, covered in bruises and scrapes.
The New York State Federation of Taxi Drivers is offering a $3,000 reward for help finding the two teens or young men who did this.
"We just need for the 49th Precinct detectives to do what they do best and find these people…But we're offering $3,000 to try to make sure we get them off the streets quick."
- Fernando Mateo, New York State Federation of Taxi Drivers
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How horrible. I experienced that many years ago but I was lucky that police found the person and was prosecuted. In the snow, I went to a pound in Whitestone and when I saw my taxi it was as if I was reunited with my loved one! I hope for the same results! Its beyond comprehension what some people do! Good luck in all ways, dear friend!