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By the People, for the People
Road Rage Incident Leads to Arrest, BMW Seizure in Newport Beach
Cyclists say they were accosted by occupants of two cars in a bike lane incident that has gone viral on social media.
Mar. 30, 2026 at 1:22am
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A viral video of a road rage incident in Newport Beach highlights the dangers cyclists face from aggressive drivers.Corona TodayA road rage encounter between two cyclists and the occupants of two cars in Newport Beach, California has led to one arrest and the seizure of a BMW as part of an ongoing police investigation. The incident, which was partially captured on video by one of the cyclists and has since gone viral on social media, allegedly involved the cars aggressively tailgating the cyclists, forcing them out of the bike lane, and the passengers throwing objects at them.
Why it matters
This case highlights the growing tensions between drivers and cyclists on the roads, as well as the potential dangers cyclists can face from aggressive motorists. It also raises questions about road safety, bike lane enforcement, and the need for better education and awareness around sharing the roads.
The details
According to police, the incident occurred on March 21 when cyclists Luke Fetzer and Ben Byra were riding on Pacific Coast Highway in Newport Beach. They say they were accosted by the occupants of two cars, with one of the vehicles, a blue BMW, closely tailgating Fetzer's friend and forcing him out of the bike lane and onto the sidewalk. Fetzer captured part of the encounter on video, which shows the BMW passenger throwing a water bottle at the cyclists. Police have since arrested Samir Sweiss of Corona on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon and obstructing arrest, and have seized the blue BMW as part of the ongoing investigation.
- The incident occurred on March 21, 2026.
- Fetzer posted the viral video of the encounter on his Instagram page.
The players
Luke Fetzer
One of the cyclists involved in the road rage incident, who captured part of the encounter on video and posted it on his Instagram page.
Ben Byra
Fetzer's friend and fellow cyclist, who was closely tailgated by the blue BMW and forced out of the bike lane.
Samir Sweiss
A resident of Corona, California who was arrested by Newport Beach police on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon and obstructing arrest in connection with the incident.
Newport Beach Police Department
The law enforcement agency investigating the road rage incident and making the arrest.
What they’re saying
“He's like inches away from my rear wheel. A couple lights down they all got out of their cars.”
— Ben Byra, Cyclist
“All I want to do is share bicycle safety awareness.”
— Luke Fetzer, Cyclist
What’s next
Police say the investigation into the incident is ongoing and additional arrests may be made.
The takeaway
This road rage case highlights the need for better education, awareness, and enforcement around sharing the roads safely between drivers and cyclists. It also raises concerns about the escalating tensions and potential dangers cyclists can face from aggressive motorists.
