View Full Version : I don't feel safe!!
John 675
16-03-09, 01:59 PM
I started working in a town just outside of nottingham this week, it's such a strange place and it seems that no one works at all adults included.. It's like a town that the council forgot about..
I wouldn't say I'm a pushover but I don't revel in confrontation and I hate fighting but every night at 5.40 when I walk 200 yards to the tram stop I worry about getting mugged.. Stabbed etc etc and it is the type of place where that stuff happens :( I was supposed to be working in Nottingham city but my training is in this place .. For another 3 weeks... Ughh ****ing hate it!!! Why can't people just not be so agressive!! Basicly to be short this place IS chav world.. I'm a polar opposite and I don't know what to do. After my training I could be called to work here at anytime... :( trouble is there is no negotiation I NEED this job.
John
Buy a hoodie, and blend in! Other than that, speak to your boss and highlight your concerns. Also have a word with the local plod.
jamesterror
16-03-09, 02:07 PM
Where I live is also known as 'treacle town' because of the people that you get here, I, and friends have been in fights etc loads here, I've never been mugged but one of my mates ended up with a few broken ribs after getting mugged.
I'd just always be prepared to 'do one', and try to time your tram journeys so that you arrive and only have to wait a few minutes.
the_lone_wolf
16-03-09, 02:20 PM
Where I live is also known as 'treacle town' because of the people that you get here...
you mean they're syrupy sweet?...
lyle, sounds like a dive - we did a survey in nottingham a while back, didn't think it was that bad but we didn't stay beyond sunset...
bit of a worry as i might be doing a masters at the university later this year:smt017
speedplay
16-03-09, 02:22 PM
You could be interested in this thread then....
http://forums.sv650.org/showthread.php?t=127633
Ironic really from someone who has chuck norris as his avatar though ...;)
madness
16-03-09, 02:23 PM
Where exactly is it? Obviously it's on Nottingham tram route so it can't be that far from the city centre.
jamesterror
16-03-09, 02:25 PM
you mean they're syrupy sweet?...
more of brains like syrup.
John 675
16-03-09, 02:36 PM
you mean they're syrupy sweet?...
lyle, sounds like a dive - we did a survey in nottingham a while back, didn't think it was that bad but we didn't stay beyond sunset...
bit of a worry as i might be doing a masters at the university later this year:smt017
You won't be coming out this way mate so I wouldn't worry LOL
Where exactly is it? Obviously it's on Nottingham tram route so it can't be that far from the city centre.
Bulwell mate :(
Why not carry a knife yourself?
Why not carry a knife yourself?
Pah! but what if he does get stopped by coppers and he has a knife on him, himself..
i dont think that would be the right way about it lol..:p
Naaa if you carry a weapon you are more likely to have it used against you..
Better off just walking through and hoping you dont get into any trouble..
jamesterror
16-03-09, 03:53 PM
Why not carry a knife yourself?
I'm sure if you blagged its a tool.. I know my dad carries a crowbar in his car with him.
i don't think carrying a weapon is the answer he is looking for! however if you are worried about getting stabbed in particular there is a company that sells stab proof hoodies for a few pennies (ok a few pounds) lol
here (http://www.bladerunner.tv/)
There was talk about all the schools in london using things similar as uniform......
Great idea .. Why don’t you shove an AK down your trousers whilst you’re at it ?:rolleyes:
Of course the best way to solve it is to act illegally, and then post such advice on a public forum. :smt017 I don’t mean to be old and preachy here but an ounce of common sense here people.
Sorry for the heavily sarcastic post but I felt the response appropriate.
jamesterror
16-03-09, 04:02 PM
Great idea .. Why don’t you shove an AK down your trousers whilst you’re at it ?:rolleyes:
Of course the best way to solve it is to act illegally, and then post such advice on a public forum. :smt017 I don’t mean to be old and preachy here but an ounce of common sense here people.
Sorry for the heavily sarcastic post but I felt the response appropriate.
Nothing is serious in relation to weapons? ;)
Its like stating on here you've rode at 150mph down a 30, I get where your coming from though.
I fully sympathise with feeling powerless and scared walking through certain areas, especially if you have no choice but to use that route to get to public transport.
Perhaps if your company was to have this flagged to them, they might be able to sort other forms of transport out. I.e. a taxi to the station or something similar.
I just worry when advice such as "carry a tool" with you, is a response on this forum, it’s a sad sign of the times that people feel the need to resort to such a thing. Aside from being illegal it’s also going to get you into trouble.
As a slight derail.. I used to carry a knife with me for work purposes, it was an only a Leatherman and a Gerber carried in a locked tool case. I was freelancing and often needed to carry them with me on public transport.. But believe me when I was questioned about them, one morning going through the tubes security metal detectors, several phone calls to my employers were made to make sure that my claims were legitimate!
SoulKiss
16-03-09, 04:19 PM
i don't think carrying a weapon is the answer he is looking for! however if you are worried about getting stabbed in particular there is a company that sells stab proof hoodies for a few pennies (ok a few pounds) lol
here (http://www.bladerunner.tv/)
There was talk about all the schools in london using things similar as uniform......
Actually some of that stuff could be useful for riding anyway.......
If the abrasion resistance of the Aramid is up to it, a forcefield undershirt and the hoddie could be ideal for summer
well they are an option! and cheaper that draggin jeans stuff
5.40 don't worry mate the chavs are'nt up yet, and the evenings are getting lighter.
jumjum_0214
16-03-09, 04:22 PM
Great idea .. Why don’t you shove an AK down your trousers whilst you’re at it ?:rolleyes:
Of course the best way to solve it is to act illegally, and then post such advice on a public forum. :smt017 I don’t mean to be old and preachy here but an ounce of common sense here people.
Sorry for the heavily sarcastic post but I felt the response appropriate.
+ 1 anyone who carries a weapon is a fool..............
John 675
16-03-09, 04:29 PM
5.40 don't worry mate the chavs are'nt up yet, and the evenings are getting lighter.
5.40 in the evening LOL the square is swarming.. Like I said it's 200 yards but it's just such a bad feeling.. Not really sure I'd carry a knife in all honesty not my style LOL but I know most of the zombies do.. Hmm.. I don't know.. My bike would not be in the car park at the end of the day If I'd come on it :(
SoulKiss
16-03-09, 04:31 PM
Why not carry a knife yourself?
Thats the problem, not the solution.....
I was just joking about the knife! jeez...
madness
16-03-09, 04:36 PM
Bulwell mate :(
Ah Bulwell.
A mate of mine did some supply teaching there. He got threatened by the kids pretty much everyday.
Isn't there any secure parking at your workplace? If there is, go on the bike.
Don't carry a weapon, it can only end up 4 ways:-
A) Your attacker sees it and legs it.
B) Your attacker uses it on you.
C) You use it on the attacker and end up in prison.
D) The police do you for carrying it.
only a 25% chance of a favourable outcome.
Still trying to work out if Magumn's post was sarcastic or not...??
EDIT: Woooops sorry :D
Luckypants
16-03-09, 04:40 PM
I was just joking about the knife! jeez...
Didn't see any smilies or punchline to show you were joking.
LyleJ - hope you get to feel more comfortable working there, if not as has already been suggested - speak to those at work responsible for sending you there and see if there is a compromise where you won't need to work there.
Didn't see any smilies or punchline to show you were joking.
I still need practice in showing sarcasm.
Might try out these:
carry a knife!
:p
SoulKiss
16-03-09, 05:04 PM
I was just joking about the knife! jeez...
Then please, accept my apology :)
Now what you should have written to avoid any doubt was something totally ridiculous
like
Carry a Chainsaw :)
Then please, accept my apology :)
Now what you should have written to avoid any doubt was something totally ridiculous
like
Carry a Chainsaw :)
http://images.bizrate.com/PROD/08667_Chainsaw_RE130.jpg
Maybe not a bad idea. I wouldnt **** with that guy^
Moffatt666
16-03-09, 06:25 PM
Where I live is also known as 'treacle town' because of the people that you get here, I, and friends have been in fights etc loads here, I've never been mugged but one of my mates ended up with a few broken ribs after getting mugged.
Somehow, I didn't even need to check your location. "N'eaton born, N'eaton bred; strong in the arm, thick in the head."
Thankfully I'm not a native, I moved up from Luton.
jamesterror
16-03-09, 06:43 PM
Somehow, I didn't even need to check your location. "N'eaton born, N'eaton bred; strong in the arm, thick in the head."
Thankfully I'm not a native, I moved up from Luton.
Hahahahah, love it.
I'm glad you said that was the word "imbred" is overlooked on Atherstone ;)
davepreston
16-03-09, 06:49 PM
it will sound strange but it works
walk tall ,head up, straight back 32inch stride and think of what you will be doing to your bike next
most people are targeted cos they look week, someone that looks switched on could be a problem for many reasons ,so they will wait till they see a easier target. all of the above will make you look confident" not intimadating" but self assured
Pretty much every stop on the Tram route is a complete dump, its was built through all the skanky areas because they dont have cars and can then get the tram into town to pick up their GIRO for free.
metalangel
16-03-09, 07:42 PM
Really? I've got a friend who lives like two minutes walk from Bulwell tram stop and it didn't seem that bad when we were there. It wasn't Mayfair or anything but I've felt more threatened in many other places... and we went around at several different times of the day.
John 675
16-03-09, 07:52 PM
Pretty much every stop on the Tram route is a complete dump, its was built through all the skanky areas because they dont have cars and can then get the tram into town to pick up their GIRO for free.
your spot on there G it gets more run down the further out you are.. there are about 13 stops.. i get off at 11
i dont know maybe im just being a big chicken **** and should man up.. if im checking over my shoulder every 3 seconds then im bound to find trouble..
metalangel
16-03-09, 07:54 PM
Still, seeing you say this about where he lives (there's that main road past the station, one of the houses on it had a really nice 80s Japanese sports car in the driveway except it was one step away from having a tree growing through it, really) makes me think Caerphilly is heaven.
Why not carry a knife yourself?
I can't believe people took that seriously. I almost spat my tea out reading that!
Moffatt666
16-03-09, 10:12 PM
Hahahahah, love it.
I'm glad you said that was the word "imbred" is overlooked on Atherstone ;)
TBH, it was either Tamworth or Atherstone. Since most of my research involved visiting said towns and searching Wikipedia, I was not aware of the inbreeding ratio.
Having said that, Atherstone is more normal than Camp Hill/Chapel End!
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