FDNY Closes Queens Scooter Shop for Illegal 'Frankenstein' Battery Production

The shop was manufacturing and refurbishing dangerous lithium-ion batteries, violating fire codes and posing significant safety risks.

FDNY and city inspectors shut down a Queens scooter shop for creating hazardous lithium-ion batteries, some of which ignited during inspection.
The shop, known for making 'Frankenstein' batteries from cannibalized parts, was cited for numerous FDNY code violations.
Officials emphasize the grave danger of uncertified lithium-ion batteries, linking them to multiple fires and fatalities in New York City.
The owner claims all products were sourced from China and denies wrongdoing, despite evidence of local battery production.
Efforts to curb the illegal battery market continue, with city agencies conducting inspections and issuing violations to ensure public safety.