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WebGuy
Big Ring
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| 07/25/2008 1:58 PM |
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This came from an exchange on KyCyclist. Just though more people should know about it. It starts with Barry's response to a post from another rider who knows the cyclist that was assulted:
John,
The assault that you describe sickens me. I hope that the victim or a
witness called LMPD to the scene of the crime immediately. If not,
the victim needs to call LMPD right away. Please tell the victim and
any witnesses to write (or speak into a recorder) everything that
they remember about the incident ASAP. The more times they tell the
story to others, the easier it is for them to remember
interpretations rather than the actual facts. It is critical that
they record the facts now before memories fade or morph. The second
step is to contact a lawyer. If the victim contacts me, I will
provide a list of lawyers recommended for personal injury cases
involving cyclists. This attack, as you describe it, is clearly a
criminal matter likely involving a felony. A civil case to pursue
damages could follow a criminal case if the victim chose to pursue
it. Criminal charges will largely depend on the police investigation.
I wish Dan and his wife a speedy and complete recovery from the
physical injuries and trauma of this attack. If Dan chooses to share
any more information with me, Bicycling for Louisville will do
whatever we can to help him get justice and to help the community
learn that this type of assault is intolerable.
Barry Zalph
League Cycling Instructor LCI 1339
Executive Director
Bicycling for Louisville
425 S. 2nd St., LL-102
Louisville, KY 40202-1430
(502) 582-1814
http://www.bicyclingforlouisville.org
On Jul 25, 2008, at 11:23 AM, John Mahorney wrote:
> This morning before 8:00am a friend of mine was riding his bicycle
> to work down Barrett Avenue between Castlewood & Hawethorn Hill
> when 2 younger men in a silver/grey sedan became combative, ran him
> off the road and jumped out of their car to beat him up. He was hit
> multiple times in the head & face. Dan Cooley the victim is at a
> local Hospital awaiting a cat scan as of 11:00am, expected to be
> released if the cat scan is clean.
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> The two men are described as in their 20s and one or both may live
> in apartments located in that area. The car was described to be a
> silver or grey 90s model ford taurus or dodge stealth looking vehicle.
>
> This is all the information I have at the moment, I will update as
> soon as I hear more on the description of the men, the vehicle and
> possible license #.
>
> I have the contact # of the victim & his wife.
>
> John E Mahorney
> Graphic Designer
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Tonybob
Big Ring
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| 07/25/2008 2:47 PM |
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That sucks. I hope the dude is OK. Along with the motorcyclist in Jeff who got shot, just shows its dangerous to mouth off anymore.
On a somewhat related note, the "cycling lane" on second street seem to be more of a suggestion than a rule. Even our beloved law enforcement officers now use it as an express lane. In fact, he followed another car for almost 1 mile. I thought "oh good, hes gonna site this chick for driving in the bike lane." Nope. After she turned, he just accelerated down to Broadway. I was pissed. I filed a report and am sure that absolutely nothing will be done. Maybe cops would get some respect once they obey a law or two themselves. Sorry, was I ranting? |
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Gojira
Little Ring
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| 07/26/2008 12:14 PM |
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I feel real sorry for the dude that got jumped. Full moons, summer heat and the lack of care for humans by modern society add up to a dangerous world.
Just like in a car, when you commute you need defensive capabilites. Permit to carry or bear repellent are good choices. I should design a bottle cage holster mount...
If you aren't armed or combat trained, don't mouth off even when you are in the right. Too many nut jobs are out there and you will get attacked, injured or even killed.
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