Queens Couple Assaulted, Car Set Ablaze During Chaotic Malba Car Meet-Up

Chaotic Car Meet-Up in Malba

• 🚨 A large group of approximately 100 individuals, described as "animals," descended upon the Malba neighborhood late Saturday night.
• 🚗 The event, which began around 12:30 a.m., involved drivers engaging in dangerous activities such as doing donuts and speeding across lawns.

Violence and Property Destruction

• 💥 Residents who attempted to intervene were met with violence, resulting in a couple being physically assaulted.
• 🔥 In addition to the assault, a vehicle was set on fire, and other property was destroyed during the chaotic event.

Official Response and Future Measures

• 📞 Vicki Paladino, representing District 19, immediately contacted law enforcement officials, including the Chief of Department and Captains.
• 👮 Starting Sunday after 4:00 p.m., four police cars will be stationed in the Malba area to deter further incidents.
• 🗣️ Paladino stated that this type of behavior will not be tolerated in District 19 and assured residents they are in good hands with the 109th precinct.