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Harassed by kids in street

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HebburnPokemon · 02/10/2024 17:13

On my daily walk in a woodland area just now I was harassed by a group of kids on their bikes. They were swearing, saying if I didn’t answer them they would smash my face in, and coming towards me on their bikes and swerving aggressively. I’ve never seen anything like it. They looked around 12.

I'm 5ft0 and autistic. I was alone. I felt scared.

What can I (realistically and legally) do if this happens again? Aside from reporting to police who won't care.

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Pottingup · 02/10/2024 17:50

I think if it happens again phone the police or pretend to be speaking to the police if you can’t immediately get through. It may well get them to go away if you’re saying on the phone where you are, what’s happening and thanking the police for being there soon.

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HebburnPokemon · 02/10/2024 17:48

RoundAgain · 02/10/2024 17:41

I think you should get a body camera like the ones that the police wear. If you have video evidence then the police will absolutely do something.

Could I record a bunch of kids on my phone, or will it look dodgy?

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HebburnPokemon · 02/10/2024 17:47

ShaneFulorgy · 02/10/2024 17:40

No you bloody wouldn't 🙄

OP, that sounds scary, I hope you're ok now. If it happens again just keep walking, increase your pace a bit and keep your wits about you. But I would try to take a walk somewhere a bit more populated if possible.

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It's such a shame as I've been walking in this area for years without issue. It's normally quite peaceful.

I've submitted an online report to the police, for what good it will do.

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13Ghosts · 02/10/2024 17:46

Body cam and carry Farb Gel. If they get too close - spray them.

Toottooot · 02/10/2024 17:46

Ablondiebutagoody · 02/10/2024 17:35

I would walk with a stick and smash the loudest ones teeth in

Course you would hen 🙄

BMW6 · 02/10/2024 17:46

Definitely get a body camera so the Police x
can arrest the bastards.

TooBigForMyBoots · 02/10/2024 17:45

I'm so sorry this happens to you @HebburnPokemon. You must be terrified.Thanks

I agree with the PP who say film them. Then go to the police and your local councillor. No one should have to put up with it.

coldcallerbaiter · 02/10/2024 17:44

RoundAgain · 02/10/2024 17:42

Don't use physical force against them because then they could accuse you of something and then you would have to explain yourself to the police. It's even not okay to just push someone who is attacking you. I found that out the hard way, I'm sorry to say.

You can defend yourself and in the end, you have to do it, so it is not a dilemma.

Can someone walk with you, to witness who they are at least?

Terrribletwos · 02/10/2024 17:44

I would definitely report to the police now via 101 or online reporting and if it happens again call 999.

Strictly1 · 02/10/2024 17:44

Sadly it’s on the increase in our area. The police have said to report it each time as it builds up a picture. I’m sorry this has happened to you.

MintTwirl · 02/10/2024 17:43

I’m so sorry that happened, I would feel vulnerable too. Some kids are horrible little shits. It’s crap and you shouldn’t have to do this but I would probably try and walk somehwere more.

RoundAgain · 02/10/2024 17:42

Don't use physical force against them because then they could accuse you of something and then you would have to explain yourself to the police. It's even not okay to just push someone who is attacking you. I found that out the hard way, I'm sorry to say.

RoundAgain · 02/10/2024 17:41

I think you should get a body camera like the ones that the police wear. If you have video evidence then the police will absolutely do something.

ShaneFulorgy · 02/10/2024 17:40

Ablondiebutagoody · 02/10/2024 17:35

I would walk with a stick and smash the loudest ones teeth in

No you bloody wouldn't 🙄

OP, that sounds scary, I hope you're ok now. If it happens again just keep walking, increase your pace a bit and keep your wits about you. But I would try to take a walk somewhere a bit more populated if possible.

Ablondiebutagoody · 02/10/2024 17:35

I would walk with a stick and smash the loudest ones teeth in

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