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  1. 06-09-2009, 06:54 PM #1
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    OMG..no.... Two local cyclists killed..third seriously wounded

    http://www.newson6.com/global/story.asp?s=10505050

    I know the man who was seriously injured and in surgery tonight and know OF the two who were killed.. Both were bright, happy, selfless people.

    I am devastated.

    I use this same road quite often.. its a four lane highway (not ever "busy") with a WIDE shoulder..and its used by cyclists ALL THE TIME.

    I read you guys post these stories more often than any of us would like..but to have it hit home... OMG.. I just can't even process this.

    A very good friend of mine just got emails from the victims this morning. He is in a state of shock. All of us in the area are in a state of disbelief at the sensless killing of two (hopefully not three) good friends.

    Why the H do people continue to drink and drive?? GD it...
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  2. 06-09-2009, 07:21 PM #2
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    http://www.kjrh.com/content/news/2vi...hsmf3VuAA.cspx

    video story...


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    Quote Originally Posted by BabyBlueNTulsa View Post

    Why the H do people continue to drink and drive?? GD it...
    Because they laws aren't strict enough. This is probably not this womans first offense if this is any indication:

    "she didn't know she had hit anybody and had to be flagged down by a motorist witness"


    How horrible.
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    I have ridden with the survivor.. He is so so so very nice. ... a local team racer... I pray he makes it after surgery AND recovers.


    I just won't ever understand why people turn to alcohol (or drugs) as a coping mechanism. It never works...and usually can make things infinitely worse if given half a chance..


    Don't DRINK and drive!!!! Buy a freekin bicycle <ride it> and cogitate on your life... disbelief turning into anger already.... gawd...
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    Unhappy Sad, very sad

    I'm so sorry for all the victims and their families. My heart goes out to them.
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    That's horrifying

    DUI laws need to be tougher and more carefully enforced everywhere... it's the only way you'll actually curb the occurrence.

    Seems this was mid day but on another note, bars should have breathalyzer machines as a free service for patrons on their way out. If people actually choose see the number, it might make a difference.
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    If she was that far gone at that time of day she is likely a serious alcoholic and was drinking at home.
    Or while driving around
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    I'm sorry to hear of this tragedy. Let us know how the woman is charged.
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