Prunella_Gatsby

Its good that you reported that suspicious looking person to the Police, i imagine he was up scouting out an empty property or easy target at that time of night! From your description , he sounds like one of those drug addicts or East European Roma Gypsies, up to no good.

Sorry to hear about your missing wellies. I'm not at all surprised that things go missing in broad daylight, let alone at night! If its not bolted/secured and nailed down , then those thieving little scumbags will have it. I do hope your little 6 year old was'nt too upset, as it can be quite distressing.

Well you need to read my post carefully then, it was a pointed example of bad and menacing behaviour amongst particular sections of our society....

Thankyou 'Uncleglen' for pointing out that typing error... Is that the only thing you can manage to comment on?

Yes these young male hoodie type characters (black or white) are a menace to society. I'm forever having altercations with one or another on the street, as i don't give way to horrid behaviour. I am disabled with a walking stick and an older lady, let me tell you - they give way! The young girls following them are no better, they seem to think being in a 'gang' is a badge of honour - that is until they become victims of abuse themselves from these criminal male hoodlums. Do not be afraid, treat them with the same distain they treat society with.

Unfortunately JF we live in uncertain times and the criminals seem to get the upper hand via Justice system etc... but don't despair! your not alone and being a victim of crime only gives one more resolve,if you become frightened and change your personality then they have won - don't let them! Be aware of your surroundings and act accordingly, walk purposefully and with confidence, so any low-life will think twice about attempting anything. Above all, try to move on and enjoy life : )

Yes those young black male hoodlum hoodies do tend to get on their bikes and search for an easy opportunity, whether it be an empty house or a vulnerable person (but usually do it in gangs, as they are basically cowards) - don't give them any chances! I had my mobile phone snatched by one of them on a bike a couple of years ago in broad daylight ago and now i don't speak on my phone in public if i can help it.

It must have been a terrible experience for you, its a good thing you managed to get away and reported it to the Police -hopefully they'll get their comeuppance at some point!

Yes i agree you have to be on the cautious side over Christmas take heed to any warnings. Thankyou for reminding us all! Its amazing how many people just walk out the door without a second thought about security.

What a horrid thing to happen, i hope she is alright - usually Taxi firms drop one right outside their froent door and then wait (especially if it is a lone woman late at night) to enter their front door? More CCTV and vigilance is needed.

Thats the very reason people shut their shutters/curtains because of perverts/potential burglar like you peering in!

Oh thats good news that Dulwich Hamlet is safe, its always worrying when you overhear things...!

Not sure if its true but i heard a rumour in Sainsburys the other day that Dulwich Hamlet FC might be shutdown by its owners and turned into a new housing complex. Can anyone shed any light on this, is it true?

So sorry to hear about your lovely cat, it is sad when something sudden like that happens. Its nice that there were wonderful people around to look after the cat after she was hit by car, it restores ones faith in humans! Hopefully the owner of the hit and run car can/will be traced and prosecuted for reckless driving and for not stopping at the scene of an accident. Hope your able to have another cat sometime soon.

I'm just appalled at the senselessness and thuggery of some people. I hope your boyfriend is o.k, you should really report it the Police as someone else may have already gone to Ploice to report the incident and could be a witness. I think the 2 men were 'parading' their big dogs, i see this often when i walk my little dog in various parks. Incidents have occurred to me too and i'm a small size petite pensioner! Lets all keep an eye out for these guys and report any incidents in future straightaway.