Kudos for you for being able to do what you needed to do - and to have the presence of mind! You did a very good thing to help get those people off the streets, and am very glad that you didn't get hurt!
Kudos for you for being able to do what you needed to do - and to have the presence of mind! You did a very good thing to help get those people off the streets, and am very glad that you didn't get hurt!
What a story! I'll echo what others have said - kudos to you!! Great job on keeping your cool, keeping safe, and providing the police with enough information. I bet the people whose stuff was stolen will be extra special nice to cyclists from now on (not that they weren't already but....).
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The guy whose stuff was stolen was out running when it happened, and the officer said she was a cyclist. They both really "got" what it's like to have stuff thrown at you, and were totally empathetic. That was really cool. I was expecting for everyone to think it wasn't a big deal since I wasn't hurt.
I'm still coming down from this. I know how I am, and this will have an impact. I have the next couple of days off. I wouldn't be surprised if I sleep a lot.
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I do think it will have an impact. If it were me, I would likely have a giant headache too (from the adrenaline crash). Be kind to yourself - you did a good thing!
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Wow; that's one crazy story. Good on you for keeping your cool and calling the police. I'm glad you didn't get hurt. I'm sure the people they robbed are very grateful to you.
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Good for you! It's great that you were able to get that plate number and get something done.
Wow!Glad you're OK and that the cops were able to catch the bad guys.
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Way to GO, rhodieYou rock!
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WOW, that sounds like a pretty scary ride. Glad you were able to get the info and call it in. Take care of yourself on your day off that was a stressful event.
Wow, great reactions to a difficult situation. I'm glad they caught those thugs.
Wow! What a gal! You go get 'em - nobody but nobody should ever mess with a mad redrhodie ever again. What courage you have. You felt like you were being bullied and you stood up to it and uncovered a crime spree and made those responsible for it accountable in the process. You are now an official Hero!
This turned out very good and it could have turned out very bad, I'm glad you are okay and had no harm come to you. (besides an adreline crash today).
Congratulations on following your instinct.
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WOW, what a story, what a day! I'm glad you are ok, I'm glad they got caught and I hope they rot in cells for a WHILE!
wow, brava!! I am so impressed that you got their plates and got them apprehended!
woohoooo!!
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