tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12029978.post7732627476409527951..comments2023-12-14T06:35:13.883-08:00Comments on Curtis Corlew in Bicycle Land: Bike commute assault followupCurtis Corlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06415639856823138391noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12029978.post-35614025174725993232015-08-16T13:49:10.547-07:002015-08-16T13:49:10.547-07:00I'm not surprised. I don't think Antioch w...I'm not surprised. I don't think Antioch wants the crime stat. They say it's not really their jurisdiction as it's an East Bay Regional Parks trail. I'll bet it never shows up anywhere.Curtis Corlewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06415639856823138391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12029978.post-55232447136004158282015-08-16T13:40:39.271-07:002015-08-16T13:40:39.271-07:00Odd that your assault/theft doesn't seem to sh...Odd that your assault/theft doesn't seem to show up on the SpotCrime map for Antioch. https://www.spotcrime.com/ca/antiochAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12029978.post-55097695682610289112015-08-03T03:53:47.120-07:002015-08-03T03:53:47.120-07:00It is truly sad that something like this happened ...It is truly sad that something like this happened to you. These types of snakes acts are happening everywhere not just in Antioch. Km originally from Chicago where we have alleys and I would never walk down the alley. When I moved to California I noticed all of the trails they reminded me of prettier alleys I've been in California almost 30 years now and I still have never used a trail. It's too secluded and there is always room for a potential danger. Crime is becoming ever so bold but as best you can you want to be in the open and around people. I'm not saying you're at fault for what has happened to you at all. These are some criminal juvenile delinquents period. Times are getting worse protect yourself by thinking ahead. The element of surprise always give the criminal the upper hand. I've noticed that here in California everybody thinks that crime happens somewhere else not here in Antioch, not here in Blackhawk, not here, yes here. And as people move around and become familiar with Antioch, not to mention that the bart is expanding again which is how everyone became familiar with the east bay in the in the first place ( because when I first moved here no one had a clue what I was talking about) more and more purple of all types will be showing up. ( And not just people on section 8 either) some will come just to commit a crime and go back where they came from). It's important to remember that this is what the rest of the world has been experiencing and now the rest of the world has discovered Antioch get used to it, get ready and be prepared as best you can. You will have to adjust because moving away will not always help criminals live everywhere. And if they don't live there they will visit that's what criminals do. And I do hope you get better I'm so sorry that shouldn't happen to anyoneAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05128504562932120441noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12029978.post-76166845951640094652015-08-03T03:53:46.023-07:002015-08-03T03:53:46.023-07:00It is truly sad that something like this happened ...It is truly sad that something like this happened to you. These types of snakes acts are happening everywhere not just in Antioch. Km originally from Chicago where we have alleys and I would never walk down the alley. When I moved to California I noticed all of the trails they reminded me of prettier alleys I've been in California almost 30 years now and I still have never used a trail. It's too secluded and there is always room for a potential danger. Crime is becoming ever so bold but as best you can you want to be in the open and around people. I'm not saying you're at fault for what has happened to you at all. These are some criminal juvenile delinquents period. Times are getting worse protect yourself by thinking ahead. The element of surprise always give the criminal the upper hand. I've noticed that here in California everybody thinks that crime happens somewhere else not here in Antioch, not here in Blackhawk, not here, yes here. And as people move around and become familiar with Antioch, not to mention that the bart is expanding again which is how everyone became familiar with the east bay in the in the first place ( because when I first moved here no one had a clue what I was talking about) more and more purple of all types will be showing up. ( And not just people on section 8 either) some will come just to commit a crime and go back where they came from). It's important to remember that this is what the rest of the world has been experiencing and now the rest of the world has discovered Antioch get used to it, get ready and be prepared as best you can. You will have to adjust because moving away will not always help criminals live everywhere. And if they don't live there they will visit that's what criminals do. And I do hope you get better I'm so sorry that shouldn't happen to anyoneAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05128504562932120441noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12029978.post-34954612395865426722015-08-03T03:50:11.460-07:002015-08-03T03:50:11.460-07:00It is truly sad that something like this happened ...It is truly sad that something like this happened to you. These types of snakes acts are happening everywhere not just in Antioch. Km originally from Chicago where we have alleys and I would never walk down the alley. When I moved to California I noticed all of the trails they reminded me of prettier alleys I've been in California almost 30 years now and I still have never used a trail. It's too secluded and there is always room for a potential danger. Crime is becoming ever so bold but as best you can you want to be in the open and around people. I'm not saying you're at fault for what has happened to you at all. These are some criminal juvenile delinquents period. Times are getting worse protect yourself by thinking ahead. The element of surprise always give the criminal the upper hand. I've noticed that here in California everybody thinks that crime happens somewhere else not here in Antioch, not here in Blackhawk, not here, yes here. And as people move around and become familiar with Antioch, not to mention that the bart is expanding again which is how everyone became familiar with the east bay in the in the first place ( because when I first moved here no one had a clue what I was talking about) more and more purple of all types will be showing up. ( And not just people on section 8 either) some will come just to commit a crime and go back where they came from). It's important to remember that this is what the rest of the world has been experiencing and now the rest of the world has discovered Antioch get used to it, get ready and be prepared as best you can. You will have to adjust because moving away will not always help criminals live everywhere. And if they don't live there they will visit that's what criminals do. And I do hope you get better I'm so sorry that shouldn't happen to anyoneAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05128504562932120441noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12029978.post-83111777784028502662015-08-02T21:33:49.527-07:002015-08-02T21:33:49.527-07:00I am so sorry to hear what happened to you. I real...I am so sorry to hear what happened to you. I really appreciate you sharing your story. I know sometimes it helps to speak of it but each time you do you re-live it to a certain degree. A few weeks ago someone threw something at me from a car while I was biking in Brentwood. I almost lost my balance but it was the feeling I got. I called 911 but only got a poor description of the car, I spoke with the operator but after she asked all these questions I realized I had not much of a description. I wasn't hurt like you but still was shaken up. It sucks. Your question of should I stay or should I go, or rather should I keep doing it or stop for fear of it happening again. This question is something that I grapple with and I just want to thank you for sharing your story. Umahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01704272197452504646noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12029978.post-65631223467060802452015-07-31T23:34:34.584-07:002015-07-31T23:34:34.584-07:00I'm in shock to hear what happened to you. I,...I'm in shock to hear what happened to you. I, too, agree you did everything right in a situation in which you had no control. In time I know you'll do what is right for you. Until then, take the time to heal in body and mind. You've been important in my growth in knowledge and photo skills. I'm thankful you're here my friend.Virginia Ahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15125521109780054539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12029978.post-14397277469067240122015-07-31T22:18:00.192-07:002015-07-31T22:18:00.192-07:00Crapola! Wild pigs and snakes !? That makes the ho...Crapola! Wild pigs and snakes !? That makes the hoards of ground squirrels here hardly worth noting. Big spiders too? Are you riding in the Amazon or what? Yikes, and good luck.Curtis Corlewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06415639856823138391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12029978.post-7369618708613009432015-07-31T22:10:00.944-07:002015-07-31T22:10:00.944-07:00You did all the right things in the situation. Don...You did all the right things in the situation. Don't second guess yourself, just heal up. I'm glad you're going to be ok.Scottyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00236598681090606090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12029978.post-76265738924263442972015-07-31T16:11:05.716-07:002015-07-31T16:11:05.716-07:00I get it, Curtis -- the second guessing & nood...I get it, Curtis -- the second guessing & noodling through the event. And how scary, a gun. Yikes! I have no answers to your questions; I'd be asking myself the same ones. I hope your pain abates and you continue with a speedy recovery.<br /><br />Red Riderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17823925553206169944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12029978.post-26337079459622947132015-07-31T13:16:48.744-07:002015-07-31T13:16:48.744-07:00I'm a bit worried about that section behind Hu...I'm a bit worried about that section behind Hudson Court, and a few spots in Pittsburg. I usually take Buchanan instead of teh trail when I'm riding to BART. I'll bet it would have been different had I not been alone. You keep riding too! Thanks fo rteh comment.Curtis Corlewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06415639856823138391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12029978.post-18280201856192501222015-07-31T13:10:11.270-07:002015-07-31T13:10:11.270-07:00Curtis, in a situation like you experienced, its e...Curtis, in a situation like you experienced, its easy for us on the outside to perhaps suggest things that one could have done, but in a situation that happens so quickly, I'm not sure any one of us could have done any differently. Your photos are very vivid and I am sure sorry you had to experience this. I don't know you but being a cyclist myself, this hurts..Darn little thugs.. Certainly hope they get caught.. I'm sure they will be bragging to their friends and hopefully a friend will do the right thing. Take good care. Heal physically and mentally. And don't stop riding. Your story has confirmed that I will NOT ride the De Anza path in the area you were in and I'll take my chances with the cars on the street. Hang in there kimnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12029978.post-77783032353994066502015-07-31T11:47:03.697-07:002015-07-31T11:47:03.697-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.Diablo Scotthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17186138821702336405noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12029978.post-6953291514080561752015-07-31T11:46:12.911-07:002015-07-31T11:46:12.911-07:00What could you have done differently? Of course y...What could you have done differently? Of course you have to ask that kind of question. Perhaps a way of thinking about this is to accept that this was not your fault, but that there are ways you can be safer going forward. You get to decide what those will be - and that will make you feel more in control, and that'll be a good feeling.<br /><br />Maybe I'm going to think about some of those things too now.Diablo Scotthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17186138821702336405noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12029978.post-42719877108167337822015-07-31T11:41:21.398-07:002015-07-31T11:41:21.398-07:00You're right that your options are limited whe...You're right that your options are limited when they have a gun. My dad (the retired detective) says you mostly just do as they ask when the bad guy has a gun.Yokota Fritzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04808661100114872654noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12029978.post-59501690463941610872015-07-31T11:38:52.226-07:002015-07-31T11:38:52.226-07:00I was hit by a pickup truck mirror. He was doing 4...I was hit by a pickup truck mirror. He was doing 45 mph and had an open lane to his left . So I believe I was assaulted. I did yoga to help with the hurt and to keep loose. With Vicodin and time the hurt went away and I ride past the place where I was hit on my training rides. It is difficult to ride anywhere but on a trail but even there there are wild pigs, venomous snakes a big spiders. Jamesw2https://www.blogger.com/profile/02645929398672060901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12029978.post-51269570938152216172015-07-31T11:34:57.750-07:002015-07-31T11:34:57.750-07:00Curtis the questions asked of you about what you c...Curtis the questions asked of you about what you could or could not have done differently I think are off base. You did nothing wrong. Heal up both physically and mentally. I'm pulling for you.Monrezeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15063156571227952178noreply@blogger.com