Snow White 610
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The May 14th account mentioned is a bit disturbing. Were there ever any arrests?
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Two tourists abducted, robbed after leaving Downtown Disney
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Jimmy Thick
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Well, if this happened to me, I would love the chance to beat the living crap out of some misfits. It's been a long time since I've had the chance to completely annihilate another human being, I would so look forward to the challenge.
They have guns?
Big deal, I've had guns pointed at me before, most of the time the punks don't have the guts to use them.
They have guns?
Big deal, I've had guns pointed at me before, most of the time the punks don't have the guts to use them.
slappy magoo
Well-Known Member
Heh, reminds me of my sister's trash talk one day after watching a Friday the 13th. movie on cable. She knew, she just knew, that if Jason ever tried to kill her, a swift kick in the nards, followed by a blow with both fists on the base of his neck while he was doubled over would incapacitate him enough that she could get away. She was, like, 14 at the time. And bear in mind, this was before Part 6 when Jason came back from the dead, so a psycho killer walking around the woods hacking up teens seemes just a teensy bit more plausible.
Anyway, the next night, I jumped out from behind a corner of our house and scared her. Needless to say, nards were not kicked, and no crushing blows were delivered. She screamed so hard, I think she "went" a little, and ran away, arms flailing like ET the first time Gerdie screamed at him.
Good luck with the annihilation. :wave:
Nowhere Is Safe
As surprised and dismayed as I was to hear about this latest incident it simply is a sign of the times. I've seen local gangs menace people at PI until, gratefully, the police swept in. After my wife, son and I were followed by a group near Lake Eola many years ago I vowed never to be caught in a position of mercy again. I am not a "gun nut" nor someone who is "fixing for a showdown" but you simply can't rely on help being there in a crisis. I have a Concealed Weapons Carry Permit. You will always find my Walther PPK in my pocket wherever I go and my Glock 23 in the car. This is a sad statement and I pray that I NEVER need to use these in anger but if it's a "them or me" situation, I choose me. These two people are very lucky to be alive. They could have been dumped in "Crime Hills". This happening on Disney property makes me feel as though another part of my childhood has been stolen. Lets not get into a "gun vs. anti-gun" thread here. You may be glad I'm around when trouble calls. Bring back the good old days.
As surprised and dismayed as I was to hear about this latest incident it simply is a sign of the times. I've seen local gangs menace people at PI until, gratefully, the police swept in. After my wife, son and I were followed by a group near Lake Eola many years ago I vowed never to be caught in a position of mercy again. I am not a "gun nut" nor someone who is "fixing for a showdown" but you simply can't rely on help being there in a crisis. I have a Concealed Weapons Carry Permit. You will always find my Walther PPK in my pocket wherever I go and my Glock 23 in the car. This is a sad statement and I pray that I NEVER need to use these in anger but if it's a "them or me" situation, I choose me. These two people are very lucky to be alive. They could have been dumped in "Crime Hills". This happening on Disney property makes me feel as though another part of my childhood has been stolen. Lets not get into a "gun vs. anti-gun" thread here. You may be glad I'm around when trouble calls. Bring back the good old days.
raven
Well-Known Member
Sad but true. My roomate had a gun pointed at him just yesterday while he was working. He works for a national chain jewelery retailer and was told when he was hired 3 months ago that it eventually will happen to him. It happens more than people know. And they don't have security cameras at the stores because they are more to buy, install and upkeep than it is to loose an item. He was scared but they got a good description and fingerprints. The idiot theif also went to another store of the same chain 20 minutes away and tried it there as well.
Plane Crazy
New Member
Isn't It Ironic?
Did anyone else find the original poster's tagline a bit ironic?
"No one gives it to you, you have to take it"
I suppose it is true... and apparently, sometimes you have to take it at gunpoint!! All kidding aside, this is truly horrific. I feel terrible for these folks and hope that security is improved.
Did anyone else find the original poster's tagline a bit ironic?
"No one gives it to you, you have to take it"
I suppose it is true... and apparently, sometimes you have to take it at gunpoint!! All kidding aside, this is truly horrific. I feel terrible for these folks and hope that security is improved.
CBOMB
Active Member
You should have tried Kin Village in the late 60's. Evidently Okinawa has changed very much since then. Gangs would slit your throat for a quarter.
lilclerk
Well-Known Member
SO glad I'm not your sister... :lol:
liquid toez
New Member
DTD Parking Lot
Well, all I know is that I have been parking in the DTD parking lot just about every Friday and Saturday night until around 1am in the morning for the past 3 years +. I feel its relatively safe there. I always see security patrolling the parking lot on bike, by van, by golf cart, or on foot. Also, there is a like a security cherry-picker station that is extended high into the air that has a good view of whats going on in the parking lot area. Having said that, one still has to proceed with caution and common sense. So, I would say that this is an isolated, rare occurence.
Well, all I know is that I have been parking in the DTD parking lot just about every Friday and Saturday night until around 1am in the morning for the past 3 years +. I feel its relatively safe there. I always see security patrolling the parking lot on bike, by van, by golf cart, or on foot. Also, there is a like a security cherry-picker station that is extended high into the air that has a good view of whats going on in the parking lot area. Having said that, one still has to proceed with caution and common sense. So, I would say that this is an isolated, rare occurence.
hrcollectibles
Active Member
I do not agree at all.. What exactly are you implying? You get "troublemakers" in any crowd.
CBOMB
Active Member
You were both ever so close, it's naivety. Not that it really matters I'm sure everyone knew what you meant.
I wish I were a big strong man like you! You are my new HERO!
So on the local news in Connecticut, I keep hearing that, according to the Branford Police, the man in the abducted couple has "known drug connections" (not sure exactly what that means) and the incident "may not be exactly what it initially seems" (once again, not sure what that means).
liquid toez
New Member
Ghetto Crowd
I, a white guy, go to the BET Soundstage just about every Friday and Saturday night as well as 8 Trax, Motion, and Mannequins. I don't know if any of the patrons at the Soundstage club are from the ghetto or not, never asked, and don't really care; but I do know that the crowd there is peaceful and respectful and never saw trouble or personally encountered any problems with anyone for over 3 years now. However, I have encountered a few problems at 8 Trax, not too serious, but they are few and far between. Still, 8 Trax is still my favorite club.
I, a white guy, go to the BET Soundstage just about every Friday and Saturday night as well as 8 Trax, Motion, and Mannequins. I don't know if any of the patrons at the Soundstage club are from the ghetto or not, never asked, and don't really care; but I do know that the crowd there is peaceful and respectful and never saw trouble or personally encountered any problems with anyone for over 3 years now. However, I have encountered a few problems at 8 Trax, not too serious, but they are few and far between. Still, 8 Trax is still my favorite club.
fillerup
Well-Known Member
Add me to the list of people who are reluctantly armed and dangerous - to the bad guys.
I still flinch at the gun range when someone else fires a weapon - but not when I fire mine. I've become proficient and simply don't miss my target.
Yes, the real thing would be different, but I'm confident that if I am obviously threatened or a loved one or other innocent person is threatened, I'll be able to pull, aim, and fire and have a pretty good probability of taking someone down.
And I pray to God that never happens.
I've taken the course, paid the money, have the concealed carry permit - and I carry, as the law allows.
I'm not going to be a victim of these scumbags, if I can help it.
I still flinch at the gun range when someone else fires a weapon - but not when I fire mine. I've become proficient and simply don't miss my target.
Yes, the real thing would be different, but I'm confident that if I am obviously threatened or a loved one or other innocent person is threatened, I'll be able to pull, aim, and fire and have a pretty good probability of taking someone down.
And I pray to God that never happens.
I've taken the course, paid the money, have the concealed carry permit - and I carry, as the law allows.
I'm not going to be a victim of these scumbags, if I can help it.
Billy6
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I just got back yesterday and was at WDW when this happened, Lots of police activty and lots of news trucks. Didnt know exactly what happened til I got back to the hotel. I was at the Taco Bell by CrossRoads and saw 5 live TV Trucks at the Pizza Uno on the corner with police directing traffic.
This could have been anyone of us.....
This could have been anyone of us.....
Nice racism.
EPCOT.nut
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:ROFLOL::ROFLOL::ROFLOL:I like the shouting at the range! :lol: I know that was a type-o but it is pretty freaking funny. Thanks for making me laugh.
I found the S&W 642 hammerless airweight to be my choice of concealed-carry. It is a 38 special, double-action revolver.
Do it right - firearms safety course, concealed-carry permit. Go to the shooting range at least once a month and fire a box of 50 rounds. Have fun with your gun and introduce shooting sports to your friends and family. Teach children firearm safety. I was raised around guns, I love them and love to shoot. And I feel safe. What a concept.
unkadug
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Jimmy Thick
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Not really, its more I'm a police officer and for the most part, forced to contain myself giving people the proper sentence they deserve.
Take away all of my pent up rage, I'm one nice guy.