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Give the man a medal, don't arrest him...
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Originally posted by Pip in a Poke View PostHe stabbed someone. Twice.
I'm sorry but you've got to have a pretty nasty streak in you to do that whatever the circumstances.
Originally posted by Grasser73 View PostI'd imagine adrenalin takes over and you do whatever is necessary.
A few years ago, through absolutely no fault of my own*, I was unceremoniously dragged out of the car I was passenger in by a couple of chavs. The only way I can describe it is that it's like waking from a dream - I remember them approaching the car (TBH, thinking they wouldn't do anything!) and then I 'came to' on top of one with the other begging me to stop hitting him. I felt like my heart was going to explode, and then there was the come down. I HURT - physically, all over - I was shaking, everything ached and I just felt confused.
I did what I had to do, but I can't take any real credit for it - this was pure lizard brain thinking. No plan, no thinking, just survival and an insane amount of adrenaline. Fighting for your life in the middle of the night - I think he did well just to stabbed twice.
*For those who really care, they were cycling the wrong way up a one way street at night with no lights. The female driver inadvertently "cut them up" when pulling out and they took considerable offence.Last edited by vwdan; 5 April 2018, 09:46.Comment
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Originally posted by vwdan View PostCan we just ban this absolute dullard, now?
Ignoring the obvious sockie above, people really don't appreciate what it's like when your "fight" reflex truly kicks in.
A few years ago, through absolutely no fault of my own*, I was unceremoniously dragged out of the car I was passenger in by a couple of chavs. The only way I can describe it is that it's like waking from a dream - I remember them approaching the car (TBH, thinking they wouldn't do anything!) and then I 'came to' on top of one with the other begging me to stop hitting him. I felt like my heart was going to explode, and then there was the come down. I HURT - physically, all over - I was shaking, everything ached and I just felt confused.
I did what I had to do, but I can't take any real credit for it - this was pure lizard brain thinking. No plan, no thinking, just survival and an insane amount of adrenaline. Fighting for your life in the middle of the night - I think he did well just to stabbed twice.
*For those who really care, they were cycling the wrong way up a one way street at night with no lights. The female driver inadvertently "cut them up" when pulling out and they took considerable offence.Blog? What blog...?Comment
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Originally posted by Pip in a Poke View PostHe stabbed someone. Twice.
I'm sorry but you've got to have a pretty nasty streak in you to do that whatever the circumstances.
Personal opinion, anyone who attempts burglary is absolutely fair game. Whatever it takes.Do what thou wiltComment
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One thing you always notice when abroad is that buildings and homes are substantially better protected. Shutters, bars, heavy locks etc. Half the homes in the UK can be entered in 30 seconds by snapping crappy euro cylinder locks.
Anyways, hope it gets dropped quick, although there is a good chance there is some progressive in the CPS that will want to pursue it.Comment
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Originally posted by minestrone View Post... although there is a good chance there is some progressive in the CPS that will want to pursue it.Work in the public sector? Read the IR35 FAQ hereComment
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Originally posted by vwdan View PostCan we just ban this absolute dullard, now?
Ignoring the obvious sockie above, people really don't appreciate what it's like when your "fight" reflex truly kicks in.
A few years ago, through absolutely no fault of my own*, I was unceremoniously dragged out of the car I was passenger in by a couple of chavs. The only way I can describe it is that it's like waking from a dream - I remember them approaching the car (TBH, thinking they wouldn't do anything!) and then I 'came to' on top of one with the other begging me to stop hitting him. I felt like my heart was going to explode, and then there was the come down. I HURT - physically, all over - I was shaking, everything ached and I just felt confused.
I did what I had to do, but I can't take any real credit for it - this was pure lizard brain thinking. No plan, no thinking, just survival and an insane amount of adrenaline. Fighting for your life in the middle of the night - I think he did well just to stabbed twice.
*For those who really care, they were cycling the wrong way up a one way street at night with no lights. The female driver inadvertently "cut them up" when pulling out and they took considerable offence.
Have you considered anger management?Comment
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Originally posted by Pip in a Poke View PostYou clearly have no control.
Have you considered anger management?Comment
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Originally posted by OwlHoot View PostYep, if these burglars were "persons of colour" (highly unlikely I know), the householder will be going down for ten years!
[EDIT] Actually, it seems he was a white male according to later reports. Still abandoned his mate thoughLast edited by malvolio; 5 April 2018, 11:29.Blog? What blog...?Comment
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