June Bug Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 A heads up. Yesterday evening a guy exposed himself to a woman near main parking lot trailhead at Walnut Creek. Here is her description of the incident: I unwisely took my dogs to walk at Walnut Creek park when it was starting to get dark. By the time I was walking back to my car, it was completely dark. I was going to take a shortcut to my car & ran into a young guy, probably early 20s. When I shone my flashlight on him, he had his thing out. I quickly turned around & went the other direction. He did not try to follow me, but I do think he was driving off as I was walking in the parking lot because a car slowed down as it passed me. I had 3 dogs with me, including my 60-lb pitbull who was literally attached to me around the waist, so he wasn't gonna be trying anything, but still freaked me out Another woman (also walking dogs) described encountering the same guy, who she noted tried to talk to her; she described him as "acting weird." Top: Black hoodie Bottom: Black & red Nike shorts Age: 20 Sex: Male Race: African American Build: Average, approx 6' tall Police were notified, but since the woman had left the park when she called, they did not go to investigate. If you are riding at night or anytime and see a guy roaming around fitting this description, you may want to give the police a call. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheX Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 This is NEVER ok. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ericbike6 Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 Never ok. Reminds me I really need to carry when riding there at night, by myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 16 minutes ago, Ericbike6 said: Reminds me I really need to carry when riding there at night, by myself. I mean, some dipshit exposing themselves doesn't warrant them getting shot*, but pepper spray on the eyes and junk would be epically hilarious. *if they're keeping their distance, not obviously brandishing another type of weapon, and not otherwise approaching. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheX Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 Always have pepper spray with me, especially when riding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AustinBike Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 I once called the cops at 6am because of parking lot shenanigans. Glad nothing happened to her. Our parks can be sketchy after dark if you are not in a group. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ericbike6 Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 3 hours ago, Barry said: I mean, some dipshit exposing themselves doesn't warrant them getting shot*, All depends. Would put a quick end to his shenanigans though...….. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4fun Posted December 23, 2020 Share Posted December 23, 2020 Hmm, I think we may have a serial exposer out there. I work at St. David’s North and several of my coworkers used to run on the cement trail that leads to walnut after work until about a month or two ago, when two of the women came across a guy master bating and starring at them. They thought he likely belonged to one of the homeless camps out there. This was in the daylight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAF Posted December 23, 2020 Share Posted December 23, 2020 3 hours ago, Ericbike6 said: All depends. Would put a quick end to his shenanigans though...….. It’s a fine line - you shoot and kill some guy who is pointing his dick at you, you’re in a world of police investigation. I have a License to Carry, and frequently do (generally in the Southies), but pepper spray and a call to APD might be the better option. Of course, now we have no Park Police ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
June Bug Posted December 23, 2020 Author Share Posted December 23, 2020 2 hours ago, 4fun said: Hmm, I think we may have a serial exposer out there. Do you know if the guy fit the physical description in my original post? Black guy, average build, about 6' tall? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4fun Posted December 23, 2020 Share Posted December 23, 2020 16 minutes ago, June Bug said: Do you know if the guy fit the physical description in my original post? Black guy, average build, about 6' tall? Not sure, I’ll ask tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AustinBike Posted December 23, 2020 Share Posted December 23, 2020 17 hours ago, Barry said: I mean, some dipshit exposing themselves doesn't warrant them getting shot*, but pepper spray on the eyes and junk would be epically hilarious. *if they're keeping their distance, not obviously brandishing another type of weapon, and not otherwise approaching. I second this. I am amazed at how many people believe that a gun is the solution to so many problems. The minute you pull that trigger, you're signing yourself up to the potential for a couple years of expense and hassle. All over some guy's junk. Not worth it. Chris Rock had it right, bullets should cost $10,000 each, then you'd have to really think long and hard about using one. Just say "eh, I've seen a lot bigger than that" and keep riding. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessica Posted December 23, 2020 Share Posted December 23, 2020 I've ran into more than one human on the trailside taking a piss. I've only ran into one dude completely naked on a side trail heading to Bittern Hollow. He seemed pretty sheepish and got dressed fast. Seems funny/embarrassing to see someone undignified- not threatening. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry Posted December 23, 2020 Share Posted December 23, 2020 That reminds me--in NY I would occasionally ride upon a 'naturalist' out for a walk in the woods. It happened at least 3 times over the years and they would always act as though they were surprised to see another person in the wilderness. And yeah, almost like a person caught urinating, they were always sheepish and obviously non-threatening. I think they're obviously different than someone exposing themselves for their own sexual gratification. I doubt there is much naturalist activity in this area of Texas. I think they just felt safe in the dense forest cover. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yosmithy Posted December 23, 2020 Share Posted December 23, 2020 Ummm, you'll are talking about The Nut, right? Not that there's any justification for this behavior, but you ARE talking about The Nut? Over the years, I've always been thankful that I didn't ride up on any of the "individuals" that left their Tighty Whiteys hanging from the trees... 🙂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheX Posted December 23, 2020 Share Posted December 23, 2020 16 hours ago, TAF said: It’s a fine line - you shoot and kill some guy who is pointing his dick at you, you’re in a world of police investigation. I have a License to Carry, and frequently do (generally in the Southies), but pepper spray and a call to APD might be the better option. Of course, now we have no Park Police ... Shooting someone for this would not end well, ever. I have a CHL, and I don't carry on the trails locally. I do carry pepper spray. Shooting someone would end up with manslaughter/murder charges. Civil cases for any number of things. It would lead to endless court cases, lawyer fees, and eventual financial ruin. I'm all for protecting myself and my family, but this is FAR outside of the need to protect myself...unless the guy has a laser attached to his schlong and he's trying to kill me with it. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAF Posted December 23, 2020 Share Posted December 23, 2020 A good Concealed Handgun class - or really any firearms class - will teach you that if you fire your weapon and hit someone, even in your own home, even if they are coming up the stairs firing a loaded weapon at you, the following things are guaranteed to happen: There will be police. Your weapon will be confiscated. There will be a formal investigation. You will need a lawyer. And this is if you are most certainly, without doubt, in the right. Now waving a firearm around in the green belt because some fool has his todger out, is almost certainly not going to go well for you. The only reason I carry in the Southies is in case I get cornered by some unhinged person in a homeless camp I accidentally rode through - peace of mind, I guess. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheX Posted December 23, 2020 Share Posted December 23, 2020 11 minutes ago, TAF said: The only reason I carry in the Southies is in case I get cornered by some unhinged person in a homeless camp I accidentally rode through - peace of mind, I guess. I'm not riding anywhere that puts me anywhere near the homeless people...yet. I expect the worst of course. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry Posted December 23, 2020 Share Posted December 23, 2020 I reckon we don't get too worked up about homeless and such. We rely on the good will of our fellow man. And the forbearance of reptiles. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAF Posted December 23, 2020 Share Posted December 23, 2020 13 minutes ago, TheX said: I'm not riding anywhere that puts me anywhere near the homeless people...yet. I expect the worst of course. Well, they are all over parts of the Southies. You're just riding along minding your own business, and suddenly there's a camp ten feet off the trail. You can usually tell it's coming up, because you'll see trash strewn along the trail for fifty feet prior. It's hard to feel compassion when they make that much of a mess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AntonioGG Posted December 23, 2020 Share Posted December 23, 2020 1 hour ago, TheX said: unless the guy has a laser attached to his schlong and he's trying to kill me with it. Sounds like a good basis for a movie script collaboration between Robert Rodriguez and Quentin Tarantino: Machete kills Schlong Lasers 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAF Posted December 23, 2020 Share Posted December 23, 2020 1 minute ago, AntonioGG said: Sounds like a good basis for a movie script collaboration between Robert Rodriguez and Quentin Tarantino: Machete kills Schlong Lasers New meaning for the remake of "They Call Me One Eye" ... 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
notyal Posted December 23, 2020 Share Posted December 23, 2020 1 minute ago, AntonioGG said: Sounds like a good basis for a movie script collaboration between Robert Rodriguez and Quentin Tarantino: Machete kills Schlong Lasers If laser battle last for more than 4 hours, please consult your doctor. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ericbike6 Posted December 23, 2020 Share Posted December 23, 2020 (edited) 3 hours ago, TheX said: I have a CHL, . 2 hours ago, TAF said: Concealed Handgun class Whoops Edited December 23, 2020 by Ericbike6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
notyal Posted December 23, 2020 Share Posted December 23, 2020 2 minutes ago, Ericbike6 said: Advice from people who don't even know what the have in their wallet, may not be the best advice. Times have changed fella's, several years ago I think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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