Jewbacca Posted June 9, 2020 Share A year or so ago two women were attacked in Tokai Rd, close to the latest incident. One was knocked off her bike and the perp fled with it. The other woman fought off her attacker and then chased the fleeing one down on her bike before tackling him off the stolen bike. You've gotta love women like that. hahahaha I pity the fool who tries to mug my missus... At 1.86m tall with advanced yoga strength whippyness and proper boer genes she will drop kick his ass so hard. Jean Smit, DieselnDust, splat and 4 others 7 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/32361-cape-town-danger-areas/page/60/#findComment-3671177 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomo Posted June 9, 2020 Share Why is it the Unfortunate person that gets Targeted not a "Bruce Lee, Chuck Norris" type of Cyclist?These Thugs need to be Taught a Lesson in Life.Just Saying out LoudTwo problems I foresee:- even Chuck may find it difficult to do what he does in cabon soled, cleat fitted cycling shoes- most attacks rely on the element of surprise, and hitting the deck winds most or even breaks a bone or two before you can respond That said, you thought has my full support in theory. Skylark and Frail. "Will forever remain "Frail" 2 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/32361-cape-town-danger-areas/page/60/#findComment-3671189 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shell Belle Posted June 9, 2020 Share Just received a 'whatsapp' (with no date) about a stabbing and bike taken from at the Steenberg circle this morning, but it's probably the above attack which happened on Saturday, .... with the msg being forwarded? I have not commuted since the start of lockdown, as our staff are all working from home. The frequency of attacks seems to be getting higher? Makes me anxious about getting on the bike again at 5:30am once the office opens up again. We stopped to assist the guy on Saturday. He was attacked with a panga by two guys and pushed off his bike. He broke his leg and sustained some cuts buy was not stabbed. Another guy who stopped to help said he was running there the previous day (Friday) and was also attacked by two guys. A friend of mine assisted a woman this morning who was attacked in the same spot and bike taken. I do not know if she was stabbed though. I also received a forwarded message about an attack, but doesn't say anything about a stabbing. Either way, these attacks are getting out of control. Daniel Loubser 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/32361-cape-town-danger-areas/page/60/#findComment-3671250 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tri-Cycles Posted June 9, 2020 Share Sad - should be such an easy area to police too... All they really need is a good quality camera on that little path through the bushes that is most likely the escape route for these guys (and many other criminals in the area). Once you have pics of the guys, put up a few hundred posters with the pics offering a R10k reward for their arrest - probably take about 3 minutes to get them. Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/32361-cape-town-danger-areas/page/60/#findComment-3671269 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairy Posted June 9, 2020 Share hahahaha I pity the fool who tries to mug my missus... At 1.86m tall with advanced yoga strength whippyness and proper boer genes she will drop kick his ass so hard. sounds like you are speaking from experience here Chewie Skylark, Jewbacca and DieselnDust 3 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/32361-cape-town-danger-areas/page/60/#findComment-3671354 Share on other sites More sharing options...
deanbean Posted June 9, 2020 Share Just received a 'whatsapp' (with no date) about a stabbing and bike taken from at the Steenberg circle this morning, but it's probably the above attack which happened on Saturday, .... with the msg being forwarded? I have not commuted since the start of lockdown, as our staff are all working from home. The frequency of attacks seems to be getting higher? Makes me anxious about getting on the bike again at 5:30am once the office opens up again.Pleased you know about this, thought of you and T. Be careful EddieV 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/32361-cape-town-danger-areas/page/60/#findComment-3671389 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jewbacca Posted June 9, 2020 Share sounds like you are speaking from experience here Chewie HAHAHAHAHA ssshhhhh Hairy 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/32361-cape-town-danger-areas/page/60/#findComment-3671398 Share on other sites More sharing options...
splat Posted June 9, 2020 Share https://www.facebook.com/premsecure/posts/2861397380654889 Greybeard, Bateleur1, MORNE and 6 others 9 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/32361-cape-town-danger-areas/page/60/#findComment-3671424 Share on other sites More sharing options...
kk6gan Posted June 9, 2020 Share Nice ! Edited June 9, 2020 by kk6gan Daniel Loubser 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/32361-cape-town-danger-areas/page/60/#findComment-3671460 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meezo Posted June 12, 2020 Share Hi AllOn Wednesday, the 3 June 2020 at 6:30am, I was mugged on Riverside, Pinelands. 4 Guys in a silver Etios, one with a gun, accosted me, taking my Scott, heart rate monitor and cell. I didn’t resist the attack, which I think contributed to not being physically attacked.I must compliment the Pinelands SAP. After a long walk home, I called Delta Patrol. They arrived within 10 minutes. A detective an hour later. And the psychologist phoned earlier the next day. There have been follow ups since then too.I got the replacement phone yesterday, hence not reporting this earlier.This happened on a route that I have cycled alone for more than 20 years. Non the less I believe that we need to be cautious when cycling.Take care and keep safe.<name removed>got this, this morning Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/32361-cape-town-danger-areas/page/60/#findComment-3672669 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skylark Posted June 12, 2020 Share got this, this morningThat "mobile" hijacking and mugging scenario is one I dread seeing entrenched, I've seen more and more reports of it happening. It means you can be in a "safe" area and/or fully aware and cautious of what's going on around you and there's zero you can do to avoid a car stopping out of the blue and muggers hopping out and pillaging you. I saw a video of it happening to a lady on foot, it happens so quickly there is absolutely nothing you can do other than not be on the road, ie you are a sitting duck no matter what precautions you take. Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/32361-cape-town-danger-areas/page/60/#findComment-3672874 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomo Posted June 12, 2020 Share That "mobile" hijacking and mugging scenario is one I dread seeing entrenched, I've seen more and more reports of it happening. It means you can be in a "safe" area and/or fully aware and cautious of what's going on around you and there's zero you can do to avoid a car stopping out of the blue and muggers hopping out and pillaging you. I saw a video of it happening to a lady on foot, it happens so quickly there is absolutely nothing you can do other than not be on the road, ie you are a sitting duck no matter what precautions you take.And all the more now with social distancing and the likelihood of solo riding. Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/32361-cape-town-danger-areas/page/60/#findComment-3672898 Share on other sites More sharing options...
splat Posted June 12, 2020 Share And all the more now with social distancing and the likelihood of solo riding. It's becoming a case of ride in groups or Go Zwift - and not everyone has the 2nd option.So, while certain people vilify riding in groups, I say 'safety in numbers' (with buffs on of course ). It's the only way you can be cautious or more careful. Wannabe and Pure Savage 2 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/32361-cape-town-danger-areas/page/60/#findComment-3672899 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andreas_187 Posted June 12, 2020 Share Wow, that really is scary Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/32361-cape-town-danger-areas/page/60/#findComment-3672974 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pure Savage Posted June 13, 2020 Share The key is to ride in groups, nobody going to jump you then. We had a savage mugged 1/2 way up du toits kloof pass last weekend. Bonus 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/32361-cape-town-danger-areas/page/60/#findComment-3673079 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomo Posted June 13, 2020 Share The key is to ride in groups, nobody going to jump you then. We had a savage mugged 1/2 way up du toits kloof pass last weekend. There was the incident when the Jafmed DC group got jumped targeting the last riders in a paceline, but yeah, more than likely the exception.Now to find the balance between groups and social distancing. Edited June 13, 2020 by Thomo DJR 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/32361-cape-town-danger-areas/page/60/#findComment-3673118 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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