wbrown Posted September 17, 2010 Share Posted September 17, 2010 Just a note to all, I was using the cashpoint at 10.45pm and was approached by two guys in their early 20s. They started by claiming I'd queue barged????? then proceeded to get a bit "johnny big bollocks" actually to the extent of clashing chests whilst trying to make me use the ATM....so obviously fuc*wits, but it could have been fairly intimidating for someone who wasn't already in a foul mood with a couple of post work wife-beaters on board. To cut a short story shorter I told them to back off whilst pushing them away (or words to that effect). They then changed approach and took mortal offense to being sworn at, just when things were about to get interesting as if by magic a police man arrived...No damage done other than a surge of adrenalin on the way home, just thought it's worth sharing. It just reminded me that SE22 is actually in SE london. Just keep an eye out for anyone around any ATM Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/13314-asehole-at-barclays-atm/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strawbs Posted September 17, 2010 Share Posted September 17, 2010 gosh you were lucky it didnt escalate! Well done for fending them off!! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/13314-asehole-at-barclays-atm/#findComment-361987 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atticus Posted September 17, 2010 Share Posted September 17, 2010 I've witnessed similar in central London. It's often a tactic used to steal money. They time it so once you've put your pin in they start some kind of arguement, whilst distracted one of them will quickly get money out of your account. Not saying these guys were up to this but sounds similar. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/13314-asehole-at-barclays-atm/#findComment-361989 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeanMacGabhann Posted September 17, 2010 Share Posted September 17, 2010 That was my first thought as well Atticus. LadyMacGabhann has been done a couple of times in the past this wayBasically, when using a cashpoint, once you have entered your pin, don?t get distracted until you have the card and the cash back in your hands. Not sure when the two idiots started on you last night - if it was before you entered your pin then I suspect they were just bulling for a fight ? but if it was during or after then yeah they were probably angling for cashNot news tho ? cashpoints have been a target for aeons. Glad you are okAnd it?s not a London thing ? happens everywhere Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/13314-asehole-at-barclays-atm/#findComment-361992 Share on other sites More sharing options...
wbrown Posted September 17, 2010 Author Share Posted September 17, 2010 I think they simply angling for a scrap or they really are dullards - I was about to get my wallet out and use the machine -trying to get me on use the machine appeared to be an after thought. Just didn't want to back down. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/13314-asehole-at-barclays-atm/#findComment-361994 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ST&NLY Posted September 20, 2010 Share Posted September 20, 2010 SE22 - Duck and Cover son. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/13314-asehole-at-barclays-atm/#findComment-362990 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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