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Wednesday, February 1st 2006
Previous Day :: Next DayJayboy: who's the blonde in the last picture, she's hot. What's Really Going On Here: It's interesting that this is primarily a concerned citizen vs. a s***head matter, not a cyclist vs motorist issue. The reason why it has exploded as the latter is due to the decades of accumulated abuse visited on cyclists by many motorists combined with the gradual tilt of public... At least Leah cares enough to do something about litterbugs.: This man obviously has an anger problem. I mean, the guy left then came back. Basically what should have been a time out was tossed aside in favor of violent reaction. This man chose to become violent. He took a time out and still returned with a heart of... Coachrob59: With respect to the post entitiled "Awards 2", I humbly accept the award on behave of sandwiches everywhere. Often times there are innocent victims of such social uprisings. Someone has to speak out for these victims. I felt it important that their voice be heard.
From this... anon (cpe-69-207-233-94.maine.res.rr.com): Those cyclists are a pain in the ass.. they run red lights go the wrong way on one way streets then cry when something bad happens. foodfight: It's the litterbug attacking the cyclist, kicking her bike and bringing her down to the ground. Not exactly a pacifist response. He obviously popped a major valve. Litterbug would have shown more self-control if the cyclist had been a beefy guy. Cops don't give a crap about garbage and idling.... Illwind: Wrongs done by these two upstanding citizens:
1) Driver (idiot) throwing trash out of his van/SUV
2) Cyclist (not-thinking properly) throws trash back into driver's car
3) Driver gets out of van/SUV and attacks cyclist +/- bike
Wow! Lots of wrongs and no rights!
Regards,
Illwind
JJ: The guy's an idiot! squat: The guy is an azzhole. Don't hit cyclists and women. You're lucky you didn't get your azz beat worse by the crowd. Dickweed. Illwind: Remember, cyclists have every right to the road as motorists.
In fact, motorists must yield at least half of the right lane if there is a cyclist in that lane.
Regards,
Illwind Jules: I'm assuming that guy just had the worst day of his life and everybody has a thresh-hold. If she really wanted to do something good, she would thrown the garbage out for him and made him feel like an ass. I would have stolen her bike. And her glasses. muahhaha popasmuf: You have amazing insights - and Photoshop skills. spongebob squarepants`: i think this the reidculous throwing a patti thing is wrong and hitting a bike isn't good either. What an asshole who would want to wreck our streets of toronto. We love toronto Beatnik: She should press charges - assualt on a woman has a greater consequence than being charged with mischief. This asshole has to go down. What will he do next? frustrated cyclist: people like that driver is why our world is so un-sustainable and shitty. I agree, the cyclist probably should have ignored it, but I know where she is coming from. Why is it such a bad thing to care about the environment?? Why is ok to sit around... Pete: Plain and simple the man who littered should not have done so, the woman should have retaliated in a more tactful manner leaving less room for violent consequences. the man should take a long look at his behavoir and rethink how he wants to be remembered, and the woman... Viernes: That is why we have laws. To prevent self righteous fundamentalist zealots to try to impose their beliefs on us all by the use of violence and intimidation.Yes littering is wrong, we have laws about it, and fines. But if your particular set of beliefs condones the use of... foodfight: If property is nine-tenths of the law, wasn't Leah just returning this young man's property back to him??
She has GUTS! So many motorists idle their cars in Toronto and pay no mind to the idling by-law.
I would love to tell them to please turn their engine off, but, alas... OK OK: You have doubts, Thomas. Many of them. Leah for mayor!: Your welcome popasmurf. I know you meant to say that the psycho motorist is not the type of person people want in the market area.....let alone in the GTA.
2 Morons Don't Make a Right: Its not okay to hit women, but many of you seem as though it's acceptable to hit men. I've never hit a woman in my life, but if one raises a fist to me, she should expect one kindly in return. She crossed the line when she decided to take... Honourable Stephen Harper.: What is so good about the chick in the white vest?
She looks as ugly as Paul Martin's wife!!!
You ppl have very very bad taste for women!
Oh and Leah should have her UV-shades bust on with my semen.
All Hail Harper! Gad zoots: Wow! I hear many people suggesting they would beat the be-jesus out of the guy, some even threatening to kill him. Doesn't sound like you're much better than the guy you're threatening.
Ease-up everyone. Life's short, be nice, have fun. clonella: Just another case of an asshair(courier) who figures its her bizness to police the planet and save us all from the horrors of a jettisoned meat patty a road chicken woulda ate in 2 seconds.She shoulda got the bitchslap for what she? was wearing.Ick Tom: Wow, I hear many people suggesting they would beat the be-jesus out of the guy, some even threatening to kill him. Doesn't sound like you'remuch better than the guy you're threatening.
Ease-up everyone. Life's short, be nice, have fun. i am right you are wrong.: walk away????? WTF???, and let the brainless louts continue on unchecked? I don't think so! LEAH YOU DID THE RIGHT THING! eVERYONE WHO LITTERS SHOULD HAVE THEIR LITTER GIVEN BACK TO THEM FOR PROPER DISPOSAL. IF THAT MEANS THROWING IT IN THEIR CAR, SO BE IT. Emily H.: You Feminized Torontonian Fucks! The only travesty here is the double standard! Some bitch can do what ever she wants and doesn’t have to deal with the repercussions.
If two guys would have had this exchange this forum would not even exist. Lesson: Some fucking dyke wants to act like... popasmuf: Thanks. al: the driver was yet one more of the increasing amount of uncivilized individuals who are borderline human and primate society life. we run across them all the time, they are the ones who feel threatened when someone has to change lanes in front of them, the ones who blast the... Leah for mayor!: popasmuf: you said: "I love the market with the immigrant shops and fruit stands but the low-rent psedo radicals gotta go."
I could not help but noticed your mistake. Below I have corrected it for you. Feel free to say thank-you.
[i]I love the market with the immigrant shops and... so right about some drivers: To the person who wrote:
"the most entitled drivers (excluding cabbies and anything oversized) are luxury sedan drivers. It is no surprise that motorist was driving an Acura."
So right!! When I'm waiting to cross the street & the light changes so pedestrians can go, I always watch for motorists that cut... One: EvilGentleman just enjoys hurting people. He is a psycopath. Enjoying the act of hurting people and being a psycopath are not things that are socially accepted. He knows that and fears having to face his psycopathic tendencies,at least in public. That is why he has to rationalize and look for... popasmuf: I can't believe this lady didn't expect some kind of reaction when she did this.
It would be like me going up to her and ripping her headphones off her head, because I have a personal problem with her endagering others (and breaking the law) by riding with music blaring in... sacred rock: What about the burger he threw at her? What? he didnt like it? or did he just want to throw something at someone? That can't be great for the burger supplier. eh? WHAT ABOUT THE BURGER?`: What about the burger he threw at her? What? he didnt like it? or did he just want to throw something at someone? That can't be great for the burger supplier. eh? I can't believe what I read!: while some people are really articulate individuals with a sense of humor and enough intelligence to make me wonder... WTF are they doing defending a guy that contravened a municipal by-law, assaulted a PERSON, and also destroyed her property, I am left scratching my head at the thougth of the... Henry : Did the guy get arrested? While she might have risked a ticket for something- that violent fool should have been hauled off in chains. LEAH is a fine example for us all.: lEAH YOU DID THE RIGHT THING. Everyone (who litters) should have their trash tossed back at them.
Also - LEAH did not intentionally "key" the moron's car; she clearly stated she was wearing her bike lock key on her wrist. Because of this jerk's idiocy (his ATTACK on Leah)... Daniel: If the story is as published in the papers then this guy had all the right to throw whatever he wanted at that bitch. Unless she was hit by the litter, its not her right to throw anything into his car. If I was the guy i would throw it... gordo: Many apologists for the jerk have said what would you do if someone threw garbage in your car. Well it might depend on where it came from. Had I been an idiot who tossed my garbage in the street I might just be very embarassed if it came back at... piggly wiggly: what's with this selective crap about nobody should ever strike a woman?! how 'bout nobody should ever strike another? jeezus. no wonder this world is getting nowhere nearer global peace.
p.s. betterthingstodo is an asshole. gordo: Many apologists for the jerk have said what would you do if someone threw garbage in your car. Well it might depend on where it came from. Had I been an idiot who tossed my garbage in the street I might just be very embarassed if it came back at... angryjohnny: "so why the hell did she go out of her way to pick up the garbage and throw it at him." because ass hole if someone from the suburbs came and threw garbage out of thier car onto the street where I live, he's get a whole lot more than... ash1: the truth is..#1) how many of you take pride of your car? im sure 99% of you
#2) How many of you have thrown something out of your car once in your life? im sure 99% of you..u meant no harm..but for convenience did it rarely
#3) did you ever expect someone... jaker10: im not for hitting girls, but she got what she deserved. At least he should have stomped her bike that would have been funny, cyclists on the road are perhaps the most annoying thing because they think they own the roads and pose a danger to themselves mostly. ... jaker10: im not for hitting girls, but she got what she deserved. At least he should have stomped her bike that would have been funny, cyclists on the road are perhaps the most annoying thing because they think they own the roads and pose a danger to themselves mostly. ... anon (CPE0011d8f5e5e9-CM000039dca061.cpe.net.cable.rogers.com): This guy is a fob. You stupid loser picking on a women. Some man you are. Jerry: As this city used to be called "Hogtown" I thing "Pigtown" would be more apropo. Why?
1) The rectitude laced moron courier (and as a pedestrian I have only contempt for the arrogant, spoilt, disrespectfull cyclists, skatboarders & inline skaters in this city-they're pushy and dangerous)-to acually see one of their... ****** Has made me regain hope: Leah Hohisworth has with her actions helped me regain my long lost faith in human decency and righteousness. Thanks to Leah the world is not longer paved with half eaten ground mammalian flesh discoids, a vision that used to fill my heart with dread and drive me to fall into... EvilGentleman: For the respondent who posted at 20:44
Thank you for your response. At least someone here is actually reading my entire posts before passing judgement. I realize I am somewhat of a modern-day anachronism. I strongly support the equality of women in all aspects of life, yet continue to be a... Raoul Davachi: I'm a bike courier, and I am so god damn tired of people in cars, or worse, people in suits walking on sidewalks who think they rule the world. I was talking to the other couriers outside of starbucks at york and adelaide today, and we all decided that... Jared: Mad props to Leah. People who litter suck. betterthinsgtodo: kindred-litterpicker:
"lack of connection to the earth."?
What about some sort of connection to common sense? Her actions were foolhardy at best and she's damn lucky thinsg didn't go worse for her than they did. The litter-boy is ignorant to be sure but this girl needs a serious lesson in minding... The Jury is out on Evil Gentleman: You sound like a pretty self-righteous guy. I very much like your idea about protecting women and children. I definitely like and support that. It's an honourable position to take, no doubt. But, this begs the question, what kind of person exactly would DISAGREE with the protection of women and... Unbelievable: Both parties in this are definitely ego-monsters. I agree with the above poster(Sault Ste. Marie) and many others. The courier should have taken down the plate number and reported the motorist, and picked up the litter to put it in the trash. She is very lucky that the motorist did... jeffree: This guy looks so gentle and kind. Perhaps he needs his diaper changed. fastermaster: that blonde chick is hot. kindred-litterpicker: Good for you Leigh.
I feel proud that a fellow cyclist can stand up for the rights of the earth and the rights of our cities. You set a fine example.
This one time I was biking and a cigarette hit me in the face. That's gross. If I could have I... Forkmiester: Ya know, having been a cyclist and a motorist in tarrana, i do understand his fustrations and hers. But when you look at the situation:
- he litters by throwing out garbage from his window. Arse.
- she picks up the litter than throws it back in. Smartpants.
- She may have... Peter: This asshole of a driver should just be deported to wherever he crawled in from or wherever his ancestry crawled in from. Poor genetics not required- we have enough problems here to clean up - get rid of such loosers - one at a time and clean up our city/country. Catherine Penfold-Waxman: You know, when I got tired of using the internet for porn, Hilton watching and flaming people in chatrooms, I went hard-core and started posting pictures of buildings. I guess that makes me one bad, mummyshagger. To EvilGentleman 20:02 : Couldn't agree more....the Awards guy is everything you say and then some.....who does he think he is??? Foot up ass: Newsflash, when you see a guy beating down a girl, it is time for you to put your foot up his ass. Emmett: He shouldn't have thrown his trash in the road in the first place. I praise Leah for sticking up for what she believed in. Not only should the driver be charged for littering but for assaulting a female too. innercitykittie: very dramatic action. couple comments.
1. I keep reading he threw coffee, but don't see coffee or cups in the photos as he is coming around the back of his van. Is this true? Where are the photos of that?
2. Obviously dude is psycho, but who is the girl beside him... Rarse!: it escalates quite quickly, i believe she did kinda deserve it, i mean first she chucks s**t in his car, fair enough he shouldn't litter but she is asking for it, i would say the drink being throw at her is fair do's secondly to scratch the car thats wayy... Sault Ste. Marie Guy: I came to this webb site to satisfy my curiosity. The story was broadcasted on CBC radio 1. I believe both parties are douche bags.
First for the courier to throwing the burger at the guy.
I thought littering was illegal. Take down the dicks license and report him. But No,... TO EvilGentleman::
Anyone who takes the time to systematically write a piece about how they beat the shit out of guys that abuse women (and the rules by which they do so) I figured was every bit as sick in the head as those you proclaim to engage with, and I somehow... betterthinsgtodo: The world is not a perfect place but it would be a lot BETTER place if all the busybody do-gooders minded their own business. This is a clear case of someone taking it upon themselves to discpline someone else's children, who asked you to do that and where do you... Me: What a hoot. Good on the girl! BBailey: Maybe your monitor shows something impressive, but as someone who knows the city, this single pic of Montreal doesn't impress. At all. The sunrise blinds one to any detail, though plenty of colour can be seen. However, the point of posting this is lost on me. ketchup-wrappers, not hamburger patties.. part 2 : my friend really had little choice but to switch to a combination of (a) home heating oil (b) used transmission fluid , and (c) old engine oil, to power his vehicle. gas prices were way too high. he managed to collect his transmission fluids and engine oils from from various... the 12 hour visitor: Dhal Kaur Singh - ask the woman you keep at home so no can touch them what she does when you are out driving a taxi. She loves it when you do the 12 hour shift on fridays. BAD DRIVING = BAD TIPS, BAD SMELLS = BAD TIP,... Rod: Never mind this violence against littering shit.
Let's talk about that 15 year old girl in Dartmouth who kicked the shit out of two older teenage boys who tried to rob her. Using her jujuitsu (probably spelled that wrong) she pucked one fellow in the face and kicked the other one... Copper: The tough guy driver should spend a few years in the Kingston Pen, then we'll see just how tough he really is. I can just imagine him sharing a cell with some hardened criminal wacko. Then he would be known as "Mrs. Wacko". I think he'd make... Catherine Penfold-Waxman: Wow! I'm too excited. I don't know where to start. Love the Buddha’s with the buds. The underside of the bridge is trippy and looks like the wallpaper in my bedroom from childhood that still haunts me. The lit-up elephants with umbrellas look like the inside of Tim Burtons head.... RCH: Toronto motorists are allowed to pollute the air with impunity. Isn't it a bit inconsistent to expect better behaviour with regard to litter? ;} EvilGentleman: re: Canadian Citizen 19:22
You did not fully read my post, did you? I explicitly said I do NOT beat up men if I just 'learned' a man beat up a woman, unless the guy said so himself and is throwing it in his face. And if I encountered a situation... pietro: im from europe and i been in canada for 2 yeras now.and it just shocks me how people are transforming this into a catastrophy.it is as if we were talking about chernobyl here people.personally from my upbringin,i would solve this plain and simple:i would pick up the garbage myself ,knock... EvilGentleman: re: Awards 18:57
You can't miss me. I'm the 305-pound Indian ex-bouncer and jail guard. But I prefer well-lit streets, as I am a more in-the-open type of person. I live with my choices. I have no desire to hide like the women-beating shitbags do. I am man enough to admit... To Anon: Why would you come on internet to read some "fucked" people's comments?! Unless you're even more ... Aayvalan: This is unbelivable in country like Canada. But my back home is different story. how ever I'm wondering how come the police didn't charge them. That women she is protect the enviornment I'm her side, but I can't fight like her.
Thank You Catherine Penfold-Waxman: I love how these pictures make the car lights seem more tangible and solid than the car that made them. The car has gone, but the lights remain. Nice. WomenRule: Leah, you rock, this dick head is an a** neighbour: I reconize this guy he lives in my building he is a complete jerk and walks with his girlfriend thinking his shit does not stink. his name is mike and i think hers is jeny
or somthing like that. he deserves to get the shit kicked out of him. Peter: i love reflection shots like this. you can flip it upside down and it looks almost exactly the same... nice, sine. more dc plz! Mr. Tosh: Dashco said:Did everyone forget about that woman that had her car shot at on the highway when she cut a guy off. She's lucky he wasn't the same guy!
After consulting some sources, I just found out that IT WAS THE SAME FUCKIN' GUY!!
But in all seriousness folks. The courier-lady... Fred Flintstone: Bottom line. The car driver is an idiot. You don't litter. You don't hit a woman. End of story. Everything else is noise. He is an idiot and not fit for society. A waste of skin. If you side with him then you have some big troubles with your morality. anon (surf147.net.rss.rogers.com): Dear, serves her right:
Doesn't it hurt your knuckles when they drag on the ground like that? Donald Morin, donaldmorin@gmail.com: Good action related pictures, even though a bit sad, as it is an indication of the times we live in. Loving ones neighbour is differently out of the picture here, as people allow themselves to sound off on others as a result of their emotions. I too, get upset... Leah's Mom: Leah, you have to stop believing that you are the Litter Nazi.
You provoked this man by throwing garbage at him. If you really cared about the litter sweetheart you would have just put into a garbage can. Vengence is not your job honey, expecially when it's just a little... Canadian citizen: I still do not think it right that men beat up men after they learned that the man just beat up a woman. A husband ruffs up his wife just like this man did to Leah. He gets arrested. While in jail, he is beaten up for what he did... Paul Martin: I knew nothing about this scandal as it was taking place. I have never littered, and I promise to clean up the litter if I'm elected.
Stephen Harper is a person friend of George W. Bush's and has littered several times in his life. Stephen Harper has beaten up... Dum Bitch: About the pictures if I had some fuck photographing me in that situation without my consent I would most certainly chase the fucker down and smash his camera snap his little memory card in two and gladly face the consequences.
We as non celebrities are not trained for the paparazzi and... StormTrooper:
LEAH: YOU ROCK! To all who stepped up and got in the psycho motorhead's face: RIGHT ON! Justice John H. Gomery: I have begun looking into the "Littering Scandal", and have determined who was at fault here.
I blame the entire thing on the LIBERALS. Paul Martin should step down immediately!
The full report will be posted here soon:
www.gomery.ca
the dashco: Did everyone forget about that woman that had her car shot at on the highway when she cut a guy off. She's lucky he wasn't the same guy!
P.S. Sell some medicine, BITCHES!!!!! Grassy Knole: Is it possible that the guy didn't actually throw the patty out of the car. When viewed from another angle, it is quite possible that there was actually a SECOND litterer, on the grassy knole across the street. Fred: It takes two to tango! Noah: jeeff, I'm sure if you were to visit LA you would be surprised at what you'll find. I know I was, it's been 2 years since I moved here and I find I enjoy it more and more the longer I stay. The key is finding a neighbourhood that fits... frank: i'm not going to comment on who was right or wrong, because unless one was there from start to finish, they can't truly know.
the bottom line is: littering is discusting!!
as far as i'm concerned, littering is a direct statement by the litterer(if that's how it is spelt?), that you have... michael knight: just look how she karate chops the bad guy right in the face,WOW what a woman just like a super hero hiding between the glasses and the helmet,but will we ever see her face?leah your so sexy call me baby
The Awards 2: Coachrob59 – For not overlooking the importance of the sandwich (a very important point for all the potential future customers of the area, especially after this incident which will surely increase local traffic and sandwich purchases).
Steve: 1st Feb 2006 - 12:23 GMT – For telling it like it really is... Catherine Penfold-Waxman: Lincoln looks like a Blessed Virgin Mary appearance. AL WAXMAN: HAIL THE LEAH THE QUEEN OF KENSINGTON! andrew: He threw food out the window and hit the girl on the bike. she threw food back & then he threw coffee.
Anon: where did all the puerto ricans in wicker park go? out with the poor, in with the new. Avery: This has nothing to do with Leah's being a female or her being a biker. The rage of the guy in the car is unacceptable and moronic and he should seek psychiatric assistance. However, it was Leah who self righteously assumed a role of a litter patrol, let her emotions... michael night: missed the point
yeah her and mumrah super hot,lol Krusty: To:saskatooncycling@yahoogroups.com
This kind of article just drives me nuts. It's just another
case of that god damn CBC forwarding it's socialist agenda and attempting it's usual "social engineering" by reporting on some insignificant action of what was probably a hairy legged,
tree-hugging, wide-bodied suffragette, eco-cyclist in what is
probably a dirty inner metro immigrant... dude had a baseball bat!: to morethanenough:
It is even harder to believe anyone would support driver asshole. He took a bat to the photographer. Can you post an excuse for this action?
I though not. Talk about willfully blind.
As for your feeling vulnarable while you sit in your car? You come off the same as a... the truth: HEY TODD
you would be the kind of guy to go and ask the drivers girlfriend out for a coffee in the middle of the confusion,telling her''-see,he's no good for you''and i do have a life i have a girlfriend,something you don't,why don't you try speed dating since your so desperate. missed the point: That scared blond in the last picture is super hot Andy: This incident is typical of the 'me generation' that doesn't give a flying fuck about anyone other than themselves. It doesn't matter what it is - garbage / noise / budding in lines / road rage - the basic mentality is that 'I don't give a shit about you -... dude had a baseball bat!: to morethanenough:
It is even harder to believe anyone would support driver asshole. He took a bat to the photographer. Can you post an excuse for this action?
I though not. Talk about willfully blind.
As for your feeling vulnarable while you sit in your car? You come off the same a a... Rai: It appears there is a great deal of mixing of legality and morality going on in most of the responses to this post. Based on the infromation available I'd just like to point out a couple things.
From a legal perspective:
She is guilty of mischief (for throwing the garbage back... Logos: Hey All,
I think escalation of Violence is a preety good indicator of whos fault here, it went from throwing food at each other to throwing potentially scalding coffee,
As to Leah, you got a Paypal Donation Account? I'd poney up $5 for vigilianitism, I'd much rather have a bunch... Film Buff: BTW, many thanks to HOOL for creating this opportunity. A geat piece of photo journalism.
I forgot yo mention happens to HOOL. He becomes a mini celeb, goes on tour with Broken Social Scene, and starts dating Feist. Has a little fling with Emily Haines before that though.... Honourable Stephen Harper.: Please Canadians, do not bicker over this, we are proud to be a nation that is ranked #1 year, after year. Thus I am proud to be your leader. I promise the 416-ridings that I WILL clean up the mess that the previous PM's have dismissed as irrelevant. My... What it is: I got a good look at that pic of her.. I'll be keeping a nice, juicy burrito in the car with me when I'm driving down town in case I recognize her and can splat her in the back of the head with it. :-p Film Buff: I love it. You guys are giving me the best material for my next short. It will be a day in the life kinda thing. The first scene will be this event (OK, well, my version of this event), and will then show what happens to all... Todd: Ok truth ( interesting name considering your disposition) You are obviously the kind of guy who sticks his nose into other business (in this case my friend and I). Likely the kind of person that would defend the driver and buy him another coffee-get a life Leah is trying to better her life: Don't you bikers have better things to do, like pretend you are Mad max on Toronto sidewalks. Just because you guys have IQ's in the low 20's doesn't mean you can't get real jobs. Look a Leah... she is training to be a garbage woman....... Someone: If we had more Leah's and photographers Toronto would be a cleaner place... EvilGentleman: I find it interesting that despite the fact that Leah has publicly admitted she was out of line, many people seem to be abusing her to satisfy their own personal bigotry. Some people seem to be making an issue of her gender, and in quite an offensive manner, too. Other... Editor: **Comments with links to any person's contact information (phone number, address, etc.) have been and will continue to be deleted with extreme prejudice. This website is an open forum, where users can post under any username. Just because "barneyrubble" posts a comment claiming to be the motorist doesn't... morethanenough: Forget about banning handguns and the gun registry, these bike couriers are a threat to the very roots of our civilization. They should all be subject to detailed and thorough background and psychiatric checks, registered with a central registry and kept under lock and key when not deployed in strictly... Catherine Penfold-Waxman: I love the mottled doll. Yvonne: Love the photo. I asked my husband to put this on our walking list for the summer. We live not too far from there. Speaking of domed ceiling..if you go to the Lilian H. Smith Branch of the Toronto Public Library there is a domed ceiling in... Scott Thompson: Fucking bike couriers....
Kids in the Hall
Was it just an obscure comedy sketch, or something more?
Baseball Season?: What's this guy doing with a baseball bat in his truck in January? Is he in the winter league? This guy is a sack of s***. dude had a baseball bat!: Again the pathetic folks who defend Driver while ignoring the fact he took a bat to the photographer.
You people are grim.
Again I challenge any one of you losers to justify Driver's actions vis a vis the photographer.
Ya just a bunch of road rage wanabees.
And again to all you bigots:... Harrison from Toronto: After reading about this incident, it is obvious that this "male" is a neanderthal as the psycho man has not evolved! The first expression that comes to mind when seeing the photos of this incident is," what you see when you don't have a gun." He badly is in need... Vancouver Cyclist: I have a lot of sympathy for Leah. I have often been tempted to return trash to the scum who think the streets are their trash can. Keying the car was a dumb move though, one she probably regrets. I hope the driver is eventually charged with assault and that... Lynnie: If someone throws garbage on a city street they should definitely have it thrown back at them and should feel the humiliation they deserve. He is a pig and my city is not his pen! Skid: Hilariuos ed: Yes ! hool deserves many thanks for this. As a male, I strongly object to other males physically attacking females. Defending oneself from a females' physical attack is another matter. This chick just might be sick and tired of all the litter she rides over on... justlookatthatevileyedpsycho!!!!!!!!!!: TO:Vancouver, Yes ok,some people carry things they use often in there trunks, necessities, be it leisurely items sports;hockey sticks ok maybe even baseball bats in the winter. However,those who do and I gather like yourself are sane. No I don't think you are a crazed man, but your not... Ironic: Sunny D you make an excellent point. I totally agree, you shouldn't stereotype people like those "priviledged, SUV-driving friends from 905."
Congratulations, you are a genius.
The Awards: Devon – for making me laugh the hardest (shouldn’t have been reading your posting at work)
She had it coming – for being the least articulate, most ignorant and least intelligent individual I’ve had the displeasure of having to endure in my 27 years (I really hope it is you just... Coors1ca: I think she really done what anyone would have done or thought of doing!
A Person like the driver should be taken in for a 72 HRS PSYCHO assessment
At a metal word(hospital) mzvikki: Wow!! Guess he didn't want his garbage to stink up his car, only a man!!! katrinar: Is that an UFO in the left sky? river99: Hey Micheal,
I agree wholeheartedly with you. Leah is infinitely more attractive and sexy than fake/high-maintenance/shallow white vest girl. Leah is the real deal, is incredibly hot, and a hero too. Lloyd: Now, while the driver has only done what many of have often wished we had the stones to do, that doesn't make it right. It's called justice...and we all know the two are not always the same. Someone: There seems to be a Joe Solski with the Toronto (Gestopo) Police. Are they related???? Ctos: 4 mode observation;
"Do I condone they guy pitching his refuse out the window? Absolutely not but it happens, human beings have yet to evolve to the state of perfection and I am hard pressed to believe that ANYONE is perfect in this respect (including myself). Am I to believe the... ketchup-wrappers, not hamburger patties.. c'mon! : my friend was pulling out of the mcdonalds drive-thru, and he stopped his terribly maintained rusting hulk of blue-smoke pollution belching, heating-oil fueled, catalytic-converterless '92 oldsmobile, to open up each one of the individual ketchup packets he got from the mcdonalds. he spread the gooey tomato paste onto the inside... why so bitter?: Faster-biker: Um, thanks for baring your soul here. Your post is a a fascinating study in psychology. Why such hatred toward women? Did your mother neglect you? Or do women hold you in contempt? Can't get a date? Can't get laid? Your insecurity is on full display, dude. Confident men... why so bitter?: Faster-biker: Um, thanks for baring your soul here. Your post is a a fascinating study in psychology. Why such hatred toward women? Did your mother neglect you? Or do we women hold you in contempt? Can't get a date? Can't get laid? Your insecurity is on full display, dude. Confident... Mugs: One thing I find hilarious is you people from the city, crying bloody murder when it comes to littering, while your garbage is trucked by the tonne down rural highways into the states.
How nice and hypocritical.
She got in his face, he got pissed.
Why is it when women are belligerent... jeeff: hey, cool photos. i've never had a good idea what los angeles looks like. and i've been getting every more curious now that i'm addicted to gta san andreas. 4 mode observation: This incident is an excellent example of some of the worst features of human behaviour and the consequences that result from the actions of those who are misguided and self indulgent enough to believe they are more righteous than the next guy. "Let he/she who is without sin cast the... eden_clone: forget all that , who is this beautiful girl teaushayne.
Hellloo there :P
Huge Euge: Michael Knight, irregardless of what his girlfriend looks like. He is still a weak apathetic idiot for going off on a woman. If I were his girlfriend, I would do like a banana and ice cream, split before he beats the hell out of me! jeeff: i laugh every time this pops up in the 'from the archives' window. best of! Close: Joey, Well said. Time to put this situation to bed. faster-biker: Another sad result of feminism. If you can't take the consequences of your actions like a man, don't try to start fights like one. Period. Once she threw the burger back in the car, you're in a man's world honey. I wouldn't pull these two apart... EvilGentleman: On Violence Against Women:
Let me first state that there is no problem of men hitting women because there are no women who are hit by men. Any male who hits a female is not a man, he is a little girl with male reproductive organs. REAL men never hit women... ed: interesting the truth: first off,TODD this aint a fuckin date service so why don't you try lavalife,honestly you gotta be desperate with that shity move and second of all,the TRUTH is that all theese people in the pictures are actors,this was all simulated with the intention of promoting kensington market,this was all a... elaine: i hope so.
heh - i forgot about these pics, early 'looking down' ones jeeff: if you have comments to post about the motorist vs. courier article, post them in that article. this article and any comments accompanying it (including this one) will be deleted by admins asap. stormtrooper: Does this guy watch film adaptions of comic books and think: "Hey, I bet this is a true story!"...?
Canadian citizen: This is personal.And it should be personal to all of us. Throwing garbage into our streets is personal. It effects me and that is when it makes it personal. I respect what Leah did to make a point to this person about polluting. We may have choosen different methods to... Joey: Sorry, Alex is not the driver's name... we didnt' actually get it. Joey: Sorry, Alex is not the driver's name... EvilGentleman: On Littering:
First off, let me mention that as a native Indian, I am so deeply saddened to see the land that once held the bones of my ancestors being converted into a cesspool of trash. While I may not like the fact that cities have been built where they do... Jesus Freak: Hey, like why would anyone want to cause anger and strife. Though i feel that the courier was justly upset, i think that the better thing would be to have picked it up thrown it out, and got the dudes plate # and reported him. As for the... Bill: Enjoy Joey: I thought this was 2006? What's with all the chauvinistic women haters on here? Let me clarify a few things here that some of you seem to be forgetting (which I know firsthand)
1. Alex threw a half eaten patty out his window in front of Leah (wrong for doing this)
2.... Devon: As a motorist and a cyclist (double agent) throwing garbage back is a little agressive and you're asking for a fight. I had someone d0 the same thing with a McDonald's cup and I picked it up and handed it back to them that they had dropped something (a... Todd: Litter has certainly been a problem in our city. Our mayor has even asked the citizens to clean up and made us more aware of the problem. However even with the clean up campaigns they advised citizens to politely make others aware that littering us not acceptable. ... EvilGentleman: As a motorist who loves long drives as well as a person who loves cycling, I find the comments pitting motorists on one side vs. cyclists on the other to be totally missing the point here. The REAL issue as far as motorist-cyclist confrontations goes is the pure stupidity inherent... driver and cyclist: Cyclist should really get a clue and stop trying to a motorvehicle when its convenient for them, and a pedestrian when its not. I can't count the number of times that I am turning right, with my turn signal on, only to have a cyclist ride up from behind me,... Voice of Reason: They are both at fault. They both lack control and responsibility.
It is/was not the cyclists place or responsibility to discipline or "educate" the driver of his ignorance. The garbage should not have been thrown back into the vehicle. Much less by opening the door to do so. This act in... Buzz Hargrove: First of all, I agreed with the Motorist. That Cyclist was picking up garbage off the street. That is a union job she's doing. Leave the garbage picking to the CUPE Local 416 members. By picking up this guy's garbage, you are taking a union job... Erica Grsyowski: She (the courier) picked up his cup, went to his truck, opened the door and threw it at him.
Picking on people for littering is like picking on people for George Bush for being stupid.
If she cared about garbage she would have picked it up and thrown it in the garbage.... City Dweller II: Ms. Thang:
Excellent post, I couldn't agree more. I'm both a driver and a cyclist, and I'm as fed up with self-righteous vigilante cyclists who ignore the law and believe that the streets belong to them exclusively as I am with aggressive road-rage-filled drivers who OD on testosterone before getting... Ms. Thang: coachrob59,
thank you so much for your post; it was brilliant.
Now I think I will get on with my life. driver: there is no alex solski i was just fuckin around with you guys cause this is gatting so ridiculous lol,i liked oscar the grouch thow lol
HRS: Laws against littering are not really there to give the police the choice to charge someone, they are in place to deter people from littering; the same way locks are on doors. They stop the honest folks. This guy has a serious problem respecting his environment - correction our environment.... phil: pigs? were you hippies calling them pigs while you were crying from the tear gas in your last protest? You talk tough until things get real, then you all cry like bitches. Ted: Members of Urbanustorontoi tribe believe that at the end of the world, when all past citizens of the globe are assembled in front of the great and all-powerful yet somehow merciful god Geoff, all lit or unlit cigarette butts tossed (carelessly or otherwise) out of vehicle windows will be reconstituted... alex solski: yeah yeah so im anti social,but look who im bangin.and you should see how i smack her in the mouth,but she's obidient just like a real woman should be.so all you women can kiss my ass. Sean M: Bad all around.
1) Driver for (allegedly) throwing out garbage.
2) Idiot cyclist for throwing it back at him (C'mon, it's biodegradable, not like a cigarette butt).
3) Both of them for escalating this beyond reason. Don't they have jobs to go to?
4) Cyclist for (allegedly) scratching the... nancy: You GO GIRL...read the story in the Star today, what an asshole. nancy: You GO GIRL...read the story in the Star today, what an asshole. Canada 411: So the driver has identified himself as Alex Solski. I wonder if he's listed in the telephone directory? I bet a lot of readers would like to call him with their opinions of his actions. For that matter, I bet a lot more would like to go to his house... Louise: I would like to see how well this guy manages in his own environement, like work , home etc.I would not want to be around such an antisocial individual.I bet he has few friends and I am glad that he has been exposed for what he is , a clod... Check Canada 411: So the driver has identified himself as Alex Solski. I wonder if he's listed in the telephone directory? I be a lot of readers would like to call him with their opinions of his actions. For that matter, I bet a lot more would like to go... me :): to zombie , I don't know anyone personaly who would walk by and not stop a mugging or call 911 right away .it is peeps like you that close your eye's and walk by and most peeps in Toronto are sick and tired of the crime and the garbage... John: You know what I think hank and these guys are right. F this B****. Shes lucky she just got her bike stomped and not her head. I also wait till toronto to throw out my garbage, if I Didnt litter what would all the colored people do? They would have... Joe: to comment on "driver"'s post :
"hello my name is alex solski and i just wanna say that i had the reaction that i did simply because this ugly dyke threw the litter right in my girlfriends beautiful face.and i dont give a fuck what you people think if somebody did... Carlos: The motorist is an idiot. He got exactly what he deserved. Instead of walking to a garbage can or holding onto his garbage until he could dispose of it in its proper place he decides to just chuck it out onto the street. And if the blonde... Coachrob59: Wow!
What an adventure! Two people duke it out in Toronto the good and it makes the press all over the world. Let's review; so far we've heard from:
1) Leah, the bike Courier.
2) The Photographer (great pics btw, as a very amateur photographer myself, well done).
3) White vest girl... 905er: I want everyone to know that I waited until I got into Toronto before I started throwing my garbage out the window this morning. I love the 401, and my car. Get your asses out of my way. I have to go pee now. Lock your... mike: somebody should have driven off with his car and fill it with garbage and park it where the cpos could find it. Hank: Nice to see that men are taking back the streets and putting women in their place where the belong (the floor under their bikes in this case) About time someone taught those hippie army pant wearing losers a lesson for getting in the way. But on the other hand its... zombie: response to ''me''
maybe she's your hero,but let's talk about people in toronto who interveine when it comes to fighting or assault or mugging whenever things like theese happen peoplin toronto just close there eyes and keep on walking,just like probably leah would ,and you make her look like a hero... Hank: Nice to see that men are taking back the streets and putting women in their place where the belong (the floor under their bikes in this case) About time someone taugh those hippie army pant wearing losers a lesson for getting in the way. But on the other hand its... chalk another one up for lawyers everywhere: Lawyers LOVE this kind of thing. Love it , love it, LOVE it! Crank it up, baby! CRANK IT UP!! When there's more threats flying around, more copyright infringement, more assaults to defend, more mischief charges to represent... lawyers win BIG.
Ahahaha. See you in court, suckers. kristen: this is hilarious...what a fuckin psycho...im sure he's a treat to date Ms. Thang: No matter what the driver says( if indeed that was his post)look at your face buddy. Really, nothing more needs to be said.
I started cycling in Toronto back in 1980; it was bad then, what with grates running parallel to the roadway just waiting to pop us over the... whatever: I didn't read all the comments, but i am damn sure that if someone threw my garbage back into my car I'd be pissed off enough to throw coffee at them and assault their bike. we live in a free country, but it is not the place of a... anon : vigilante courier... saving the world!! yehaaaaa!!! PBass: To the pretty young lady in the white vest, you could get any guy you want with the snap of your fingers. Why are you putting up with this childish, bad tempered, psycho with severe anger management issues? Dump him fast before he turns on you, as he's... me :): Leah !! you stand tall you did a good thing , about time we(public) all stand up and take back the city cause the police can't do anything because of assh*les in city hall don't give a shit about crime and the decaye of Toronto , look what... grivich: The bikerchick was just returning what belonged to the man who had accidentily
lost it out his window. Maybe he thought she was trying to steal his garbage
and became enraged when he saw that he had lost it. And he lost it. He first
broke the law and she was trying... Clublander: I'm sure I saw the motorist making out with a different chic (dark hair) on Richmond two weekendz ago. It was in an alley. I stumbled across them while looking for a place to wiz. It waz too funny. In fact, a buddy took a picture.... Me: Alex, you're a f***ing pig to start off, and have a lousy attitude to boot. Vivien: Good job Leah. It was brave of you to stand up for yourself and the environment. I have seen lot of people who throw garbage out of their cars. They think the world is their garbage can. It is disgusting and it makes the streets more... Illwind: Two comments:
1) Attacking someone with or without probable cause is still assault and I truly hope the police get involved and charge the driver.
2) Just because there is already sh** all over the place in Kensington Market does not give the driver a valid reason to go ahead and continue... des: nevermind knowing you canadians this girl is so worried with the street beeing clean ,but i bet her house is a dump.not to mention she probably doesn't shave her legs,if she is a dyke anyway.leah are you gay?
Debby Reiner: she absolutely did the right thing it is sad she feels now it was over the top, the only reason the guy came out of his car was becasue she was a vulnerable woman. if it was a 200 lb man he would have thought twice he is a pig... Jim: I live in windsor and I wanted to let everyone know(if you don't know already) that this story is being dicussed on our local talk radio and is also getting overseas attention. DRIVER: hello my name is alex solski and i just wanna say that i had the reaction that i did simply because this ugly dyke threw the litter right in my girlfriends beautiful face.and i dont give a fuck what you people think if somebody did this to your girlfriend... Catherine Penfold-Waxman: A little magnetic pathway for the ants to follow. Maybe when their antennas brush the tape they will hear music. vera: Thanks! These were great to view. I like the composition - my kind of shots - sit and contemplate all that is going on within the confines of the shot, and think of the possibilities outside of the shot. Torontonian : aHAHAaah!!dis has got to be the funniest thing i ever read!! The courier lady has issues bout keeping the world clean..and the motorist has problems wid anger…anger iz trouble dude..loose it..its gonna cost ya ppl!! It gets everyone in trouble!!y don’t ppl just learn to get along!!!wht has the world... sean: If you go to Yorkdale Mall's foodcourt... there is a dome in the middle of it.... if you sit yourself just right you can hear conversations on the opposite side of the dome clear as a bell... like they were next to you.... sorry about more food talk..... I hear... Brad: Bravo to Leah.....
It takes conviction to standup to the world, when something is wrong and you know it. In the big city everyone sits back and wants someone else to be responsible. One comment was why didn't she let the police handle it.... Why? If someone is doing something... Mr.Bean: bill: 1st Feb 2006 - 04:14 GMT
man, you hosers are a bunch of hippies. down here in God's America, there'd be one dead littering motherfucker, and our heroine's camo shorts would still be crisp and clean.
GOD BLESS AMERICA.
OH, IT'S BECAUSE WE ALWAYS CARRY GUNS
Well I was watching 'The Amazing Race'... The Mikey: Would someone please:- 1) Give the blonde fiance the address and phone number for the nearest women's shelter - she'll need it for sure; 2) Give the bike courier an anti-self righteousness pill; 3)Give Mr. Thuggo some anger management lessons 3) Give the brother (and half the posters on this... The Mikey: Would someone please:- 1) Give the blonde fiance the address and phone number for the nearest women's shelter - she'll need it for sure; 2) Give the bike courier an anti-self righteousness pill; 3)Give Mr. Thuggo some anger management lessons 3) Give the brother (and half the posters on this... Mr.Bean: The guy has not been charged with anything, Faber: It could have been avoided if she didn't key his car in the process. anonymouse: From I heart Kensington: 31st Jan 2006 - 22:23 GMT
"he was driving a 4 cylinder car NOT an SUV."
The SUV belongs to the son of the egg wholesale lady on the opposite side of Augusta. It's parked there all the time.
Ctos: Michelle and other supporters of insane drivers;
We need more people like the biker lady. I lived in the market for 6 years and was constantly offended by out of hood drivers thinking that because local merchants PAY for litter to be collected they can just dump their crap on the... taylor192: Concerning the comment: Argent47: 27th Jan 2006 - 21:01 GMT
Somehow throwing litter on public property is just littering, throwing it on private property is destruction of private property. If you throw your cigarette out, expect to get it back. I find all kinds of cigarettes stuck in the grill of... Decepticlown: Does anyone know if anything has happened to this guy yet and where can I get his name and place of business. Would love to mail him shit, dead rats and vomit. What a nerdy twat. Country Boy: After scanning through this all I can Say is I am glad I don't live in the city. This looks like the begining of the end good thing they didn't have guns mr_walker: ah. bastiches don't let html into comments?
maybe this will work: http://flickr.com/photos/mr_walker/93541181/ o'neilly: I guess he was sick of garbage cans and she was sick of litter-bugs. Their self-righteousness sucks. But jostling slackers into recognizing community standards is a valuable thing.
Another thing: all the chauvenistas deriding the litter bug should consider that the cyclist chose to engage in an aggressive manner...thats called asking... mr_walker: too much writing to digest. tried to leave a comment earlier, now i'm so text-drunk i'm not sure if it made it ...
anyways, GOOD ON YA, LEAH! i've done the same (i.e. return the careless people's property :-)
i see someone wrote of their friend being put in... lol: people in Canada haven't got the character or the intelligence to demand majority political party accountability that waste Billions of taxation dollars time and again, but we are consumed with littering..lol.
this situataion is nothing more then meme...meme,as the burger affects her working enviroment.Canadians have been steered down that... Dear "White Vest Girl": As long as you look at your "man" with the contempt he deserves this incident will have been worthwhile.
Remember his face as he Attacked a strange woman on the street AFTER leaving and coming back.
Remember how he fought the by-standers who tried to HELP THEM BOTH.
Remember, and feel contempt... City Dweller II: Leah, the cyclist, is not in my mind an honour to our city. A knee-jerk reaction such as the one that she made is -- albeit righteous and somewhat amusing -- foolish and inflammatory, and she has admitted as much.
The driver is obviously a complete arse - throws garbage... Both sides: I have read/heard both side of the story. Unfortunately, the "motorist's" side was stated by his fiancé and not by him, as the actual participant. Both sides are plausible but I am still leaning towards Leah's version. She admits to throwing the garbage back into the car,... moto: notice; leahs kid DONT LITTER mom will freak,dont drop toys MOM will freak,ect. Jonesitis: Clearly this is not a case of motorist vs. cyclist. It is a prime example of urban vs. suburban lifestyle. In suburbia, it is OK to disrespect the envinronment, and people you don't know. Look at the suburbanites in the pictures. There they are in their... Kewl Dude: "Reality: 29th Jan 2006 - 05:00 GMT
Throwing discarded waste back into a car is in no way assault. Any half ass lawyer can paint that picture to look like the return of lost material. The dumping of coffee is assault. The car keying was stupid- if real. The only real... moto: maybe leah, who is so concern about pollution can take a trip to queens park,and smack premier dalton with a peice of coal,clean the air bitch Jason: Someone will hunt this guy down and break his bones, as for the gorgeous blond what the hell are you doing with this idiot. Both parties are guilty but for a man to beat up a women his balls should be cut-off. For the blond dont be stupid get away... If you park in my bike lane I'll scratch your car: Good on you Leah Hollinsworth! Torontonians have become progressively more ignorant and selfish. At both the personal and institutional level standards of common decency are not being enforced. People act like public areas of the city belong to them. Metro Police and Parking Enforcement look the other way unless they... des: anyway that's toronto for ya, miserable fuckin people everywere Roy: All you ladies beware, this is what happens when a man does not get it in the morning!
This is not a reflection of all people who live in Toronto, just the bad apples. City dweller and proud of it: Leah, the cyclist, is an honour to our city. Streets are shared public spaces, and we all have an obligation to look after them. People who throw their filth on the ground SHOULD be publicly humiliated - they harm each and every one of us who lives or works... 2no2b: Both are at fault. I don't think anyone with a brain in their head would think that there would be no consequences for throwing garbage at someone, no matter how morally superior they think their reason is for doing so. Although she had no right to do what she did,... JOHN_FROMTO: Incredible, what has happened to our society. I agree that this guy needs some serious help before he kills someone. As for the blond(girlfriend) I would leave well you still have your front teeth. He is insane. Who carries a baseball bat in the trunk only those who are looking... 2no2b: Both are at fault. I don't think anyone with a brain in their head would think that there would be no consequences for throwing garbage at someone, no matter how morally superior they think their reason is for doing so. Although she had no right to do what she did,... des: obviously both arent getting any,and i've banged that blonde before
Kicker: John: You're more of a gentleman than I am, but my way was probably more fun. Understand this - although my brother and I are somewhat intimidating in stature, we're completely harmless. But the litter man didn't know that. new_guy: god i think that is hilarious. I prolly wud hav done wht the cycleist did except wudn't have trown it back I would have told the man that it wasn't polite to throw food on the street and then given him back his hamburger for him to throw in a... Stevie: To the chick in the "white vest", fiancee of the motorist: IF Leah actually did say she was going to key the car, does that JUSTIFY physically assaulting her and damaging her property? No. Does it justify potentially denying her, through physical injury and damage to her bike, the ability... North Bay Dude : You do of course realize that in Canada, the victim in a crime does not 'press charges'? It is at the discretion of the Police to lay a charge in any incident...they still can, based on their report taken and their subsequent investigation.
beyond the beyond: Ok, Ok. This is a really interesting altercation with a very grey area in terms of morality. In my opinion. yes the guy is a douche. but the whole situation was started when the too-holy-for-thou biker threw trash back into his car. Everything that happened... John R Harwood: I was parked somewhere and a woman opened her car window and dropped an empty cigarette packet on the floor. I got out of my car, picked it up and said to her "I will dispose of this for you properly", she had the grace to look ashamed eva: Firstly he should be charged for littering - Toronto is now looking disgustingly filty with all the garbage being tossed about and people spitting. People should be charged for this and made to do some community work. bkfandango: One other thought...
It would be very helpful if all bicycles used on Toronto streets were required to have a license plate. The driver of the car was easily traced by his license plate. It is not possible to trace a bicycle driver this way. This takes away... Kicker: Why do people think it's okay to throw stuff on the street? Is your Mommy going to come clean it up? My brother and I confronted a guy in a Canadian Tire parking lot. He had his trunk open and unwrapped his purchase, throwing the box and wrapping on the... spunky : Talk about over-reacting.
He litters.
She throws it back in his SUV.
She keys his SUV.
He freaks out, tries to bash her bike, and tries to beat her up.
I'd say there are some major anger issues on both sides, although I tend to think that he is... Michelle: I can't believe this guy isn't getting charged! What a shot in the face to cyclists. Not even a littering charge? C'mon.
P.S. If I ever come across a car parked in a bike lane, I would gladly key it as I drive by. There's a simple way to avoid this... roads for all: This guy needs an angermanagement class. Drivers forget, it is a privilege to drive not a right. Cyclists share the road equally, and they also must be mindful of the risk involved. This guy could've pulled out a gun, something we see to much happening in road rage incidents. bkfandango: Hard not to feel rage reading this stuff. I would have been very angry in either position. I would never have the dropped litter, but I see it all the time (especially smokers throwing butts out the window). I would have felt like throwing the litter back... NO ONE DESERVES TO GET BEATEN: It's disappointing to read and see what transpired between Leah and the motorist, involving, and endangering the lives of themselves and those around them. It is even more disappointing to read the comments here endorsing more violence. No one deserves to get beaten. An eye for an eye type justice... Dum Bitch: She is a vigilante and assaulted a member of the public taking it upon herself to take care of a polluter. She is guilty of a crime right from the start. If it were me I would have charged her and not beat her up although it would have been... Timothy_Ronin: Gender should not be an issue here. Stupidity is all the issue here. Yes..he was a #1 asshole for littering. I am sick to death of seeing people litter these days. It's starting to look like America around here. People need to be charged and convicted with a heavy penalty... Sunny D: michelle: 1st Feb 2006 - 12:01 GMT
"we need more motorist like this guy to teach these bikers some manners. I bet she will not try that again also lets hope her husband bans her from riding her bike for a while."
Your husband needs to ban you from the computer for... Dum Bitch: She is a vigilante and assaulted a member of the public taking it upon herself to take care of a polluter. She is guilty of a crime right from the start. If it were me I would have charged her and not beat her up although it would have been... Frank: Politically Correct Vigilante INCITES Avenging Litterbug. A little decency folks! kim phibly: That litter is a pig. fred: I hope a vigilante finds this driver. Regardless of what happened men in rage should never go after a woman. If he does this to someone he does not know, imaging what he does to his wife..... Steve: Most people who have posted really are handicapped. They either don't know english (mother-tongue or not) or are just stupid. What has current politics or religion to do with this incident. Moreover, no one here has any position from which to pass opinion on the occurance other than the annonimity... Jasmine: Wow! The comments are an echo of the incident. Over the top.
On the editor's note that the Star took the photos off this page and printed them on the front page of Tuesday's paper despite the photographer's explicit statement to them that they do not have permission to print... anon (HSE-Sudbury-ppp330088.sympatico.ca): if she was so pissed with his throwing the garbage she should have reported it to someone with athority instead she took it upone herself to write that wrong with in this day and age as you see can result in a serious situation.I do not agree with him as... james: It's a bit north of the sewage treatment plant on the bike path. If you stomp your feet on the ground underneath the dish, there's a cool echo. fucking asshole: If I see that guy, he will get a beating worthy of going apeshit about. The kind that sends a person into a coma. michelle: we need more motorist like this guy to teach these bikers some manners. I bet she will not try that again also lets hope her husband bans her from riding her bike for a while. city guy: HE'S LUCKY ONE OF THE BY-LAW OFFICERS DIDN'T SEEM HIM THROW THE FOOS OUT OF HIS CAR. THE FINE FOR LITTERING IS $360.00, WHAT WOULD HE HAVE DONE THEN... GET OUT AND ASSAULT A BY-LAW OFFICER? Phil: What an asshole! (car driver that is isf it isn't obvious to you) huh: what r u trying to proove nah man re: do what you gota to in this land: think about it....people get hurt for getting into other people's business...why would u...if someone got into my business....lol...not even going to think of it do what u gota do....: people should just mind their own busines....think about it... Jerry: I can't believe this images dude..
this guy is a complete moron. if he wants to fight, fight with a man not with
a girl YOU PUSSY...
IF I EVER SEE THIS GUY I WILL BREAK EVERY SINGLE BONE IN HIS BODY.
WHAT AN IDIOT ... dude had a baseball bat!: Pete:
Funny how people can make a racial issue out of two WASP types in an altercation. Sorry I don't see how the feeling of bigots even get to come to play here.
People want to blame Eastern Europeans for Some jerks BS? Sorry it doesn't follow and I couldn't give... Klippo: RIGHT! You can't swing a dead cat around by the tail up there without smacking some suburban turban right in his roti munching mouth! Pukey: That ain't Toronto, look at all the white people! dude had a baseball bat!: Pete:
And this justifies the bat incident how?
I thought so. dude had a baseball bat!: "That Cyclist should be charge for assault, that cyclist should have learn, report to police, don't take the law in your own hand. If it is up to me, you should be charge for assault in the first place."
And "That Driver" should be charged for assult for taking a bat... scooterdie: Life long Toronto resident here, you go girl. I'd have jammed it into his face the ignorant pig. How hard is it to throw it in the trash? She should have let the police charge her with mischief and him with assault. With the pictures no jury in the world... onherside: Any man that attackes a woman like that has some serious issues and needs to seek professional help!
And to the people that call her all kinds of names i.e. bitch, I think you also have need to take a good hard look at yourself.
I see so many people tossing garbage... anon (CPE00079542b70a-CM014490119301.cpe.net.cable.rogers.com): That Cyclist should be charge for assault, that cyclist should have learn, report to police, don't take the law in your own hand. If it is up to me, you should be charge for assault in the first place. 우우..: 대단한 사람들 Smith: Cyclist, your poor reaction and lack of diplomacy caused this problem. You were out of line, what did you expect to happen to you? Next time, you'll think twice before pissing someone off. Pete: to "dude had a baseball bat", the issue is very polarized. You have one take on the situation. Many other people see the incident from a different perspective. To you, Ethnicity/sexual orientation/ religion have nothing to do with this story, but to others it is a factor... Dirty: ...news flash!...new pictures being devloped!...we now have images of the guys vehicle!
James: THe Cyclist tried to be a wise ass and got burned. What would you do if someone opened your car door and threw trash into your car? dude had a baseball bat!: Strange how everyone defending motorist asshole keeps neglecting the fact that he went after the photographer with a baseball bat.
As I read your lame excuses for his behaviour I see no explantions for why he would go after the photographer with a bat. Even if you think he was... Dirty: Forget the new bike...lets give her a new job with benefits!
coolfart: Well done Leah....Some guy here in UK just got beaten up for asking 3 lads to pick up trash they had dropped! (Luckily it was caught on CCTV) They are all now starting 12 months in jail! Amazed!!!!!!!: WOW!!!! This is National News now! We are really strange. Chris: So where do we sign up to send money to Leah for a new bike, regardless of whether or not her old bike is damaged? While I'm crushed that such assholes exist and continue to reaffirm their presence in society, I'm simultaneously heartened and invigorated by Leah's actions (and... Just-ass for all: oh.. bye the way I have forgotten... the city of toronto needs to install garbage bins and recyleing bins in the market...just maybe this idiot would have used it to get rid of his garbage...then again he might not have .... Just-ass for all: I am a merchant in kensinton market....this A-hole is not welcome in the market...rumors are if he shows his face in the market he will have more than his car scratched...people people.. please dont litter the streets... and keep the city clean.. Toronto was one of the cleanest cities... adam: i love los feliz.. im probly moving there once my rent in hollywood is up adam: ggood night shots sam: i see 8 culturevulture ( Belfast ): A small sample of some of the quotes left after the pix...
" Toronto's like a haven for fucking retards with shit attitudes. "
" Toronto is the dirtiest city in Canada im sure she can think of better ways to clean it up then picking up trash and throwing it at... elaine: i forgot about the gooses tongue! pokey! elaine: the lights give a twin peaks feel elaine: nice selection sadness: This man obviously has an anger problem. I mean, the guy left then came back. He took a time out and still returned with a heart of violence. Yes, the girl maybe should not have opened the car door and tossed back the litter. However, this... big daddy: Just because people care and are passionate about certain issues (environment)and maybe rightfully so, does not give anyone the privaledge or right to do to another person what she did. She is just as much a bone head as he is! Maybe more, with the current problems regarding illegal hand... BC: Nothing like the love between fellow city dwellers in the "it's all about me" generation. Retired Cop: Hmmmmm???? This is rather embarrassing isn't it? Sort of ... internet posting = road rage?
I can see how we elected the Cons. Oh, and thinking about it, how we elected the Crimi... I mean Libs ... and how we ended up with Mel? The voting unwashed have spoken here as... poprad99: I have been riding bikes for 32 years and burning fossil fuels for 22 years.
I have been commuting year-round by bike for 9 years. I was assaulted and battered by a motorist in 1990 for giving him the finger. Fortunately the "troglodyte" did really hurt me. My riding buddy... Vaulander: Dumping garbage on the road is not only disgusting, it is also a bit of a problem for cyclists, especially on busy streets where there isn't much room to maneuver. A plastic macdonalds drink cup hanging on to the front wheel and then getting sucked up into the forks would... vancouver: Having read the story on CBC.ca and clicking on the link, I have to wonder about people.
To the courier: It was fucking trash, hopefully you didn't get hurt. Some of the pics show you in some awkward positions. Recommendation to you "Think before you act", you likely had... To 'She Had in coming', 'The Motorists' and Everyone else.: It's too late to defend this very very dumb individual. Why is it everyone who claims to know him personally writes the exact same way? So "Brother in Law" are the kind of guy that also goes around beating people up? You said so in your post... Catherine Jung: Yeah..i totally agree with it.
i'm always discovering new things through other people's photos too.
thanks again! Inmigrant : stormtrooper you should give hool a few tips on how to use image edditing software... awesome oh please.. the courier deserved it: I'm sorry but with the amout of litter on toronto streets, she couldn't have used the energy to tackle some more.. she had to pick the one thing that could clearly start a brawl. I'm sorry but when you open someone's car who you have no idea who they are... big daddy: I think if she would have picked up the garbage,tossed it into a waste basket and told him "Thats where its supposed to go.", he would have gotten the message. For her to throw it back into his vehicle or any vehicle shows agression on her part.Causing damage to ones... just a thought: "viggilanty soccer fan"
Learn how to spell, then come back and talk to us, ok? Crooky: So... basically, this who thing was BS. That's no bike courier. Where is her walkie-talkie and where is her courier plate? Second of all, look at the expressions on the faces of people trying to break up the fight. ACTING!!! You people are noobs. viggilanty soccer fan: i htink the biker was wrong to pitch the food
and plus they think they own the road
we the car owners pay for that road so she can deliver the mial TS: jatt sikh female? jsf: anakanak is one of the only comments that reflects thoughtful judgement .
Most of you people can't control your use of filthy language , showing your
lack of class . If your language is as bad as your opinions , then no wonder
you can't rationalize proper actions / reactions . Inmigrant : Uncle Jaja you are certainly going to hell... Jaeyub Lee: that means the parking lot..ㅋㅋ
주차장!! 캬캬캬
Jaeyub Lee: that means the parking lot..ㅋㅋ
주차장!! 캬캬캬
Uncle Jaja: Peace be with you my friend Dhal Kaur SINgh. REPENT from your wicked was!! Jesus is the only way to salvation. Everyone who does not follow JESUS goes to hell to burn for all eternity. Death is the wages of sin! Now about this unfortunate situation. The... Dhal Kaur Singh: Fellow Brother Khalsa, please do not hate each other. I am half and half. There are Sikh and Muslim brothers from pakistan. I come from the punjab side of pakistan.
Uncle Jaja, you should shut the fuck up! Torontonian: Jesus was black! Uncle Jaja: Dhal Kaur Singh:
Thank you for your thoughts. I appreciate them all. Repent from your heathen ways and accept the LOVE of the ONE and ONLY TRUE lord, Jesus Christ!
PS: I want my tips back you ungrateful man. Uncle Jaja: Jesus Christ does not follow the path of hatred. Kaur I respect you and your vision of my faith. For my faith is blind and true. You are misguided and should follow the path of light. There is one and only one God, the god of... KillahKhalsa: Dhal Kaur Singh the pics you post in your posts are of Sikhs NOT of Muslims, come correct or get your wig pulled back.
john: no samson i just think that the courier had no right to throw the food into his car and she deserved the shit beaten out of her
samson: QUOTE: john: 1st Feb 2006 - 06:18 GMT
the motorist was completely right in his actions....this hippie courier had no right throwing anything at the guy or anything in his car no matter what...im soooo happy that he beat the crap out of her she deserved it for thinking that she... Dhal Kaur Singh: Uncle Jaja, you seem like type of man that come to my door to sell their religion. I respect that, bc perhaps your God does not make enough money. We do not sell our God and tell the peoples to follow him. I follow only path of... samson: God does not want people to litter. This woman is a saint and should be recognized for her brave action. The man, as punishment for his assault on the envioronment and the woman should be forced to walk the streets of Toronto and pick up litter for a... jonnathan: This is a bit off topic, but it addresses the problems of cyclists vs motorists in toronto. I am both and find cyclists are far worse on the road than drivers. I was sitting at my local coffee shop, when a cop set up a trap; he was only... Michael: I think Kaur has a good point. You should never put down another person religion. I fully respect his comments. His father looks like a very proud man. Religious intolerance is the reason we have wars half around the world. Not the only reason, but... john: the motorist was completely right in his actions....this hippie courier had no right throwing anything at the guy or anything in his car no matter what...im soooo happy that he beat the crap out of her she deserved it for thinking that she can go around doing stuff like that....if... Uncle Jaja: Dhal Kaur Singh: you are mistakenly following a false God. Repent and walk with the one true lord, Jesus Christ! Dhal Kaur Singh: I'm not hindu you fucking asshole...don't discriminate me based on religion. I am a muslim and a proud one. Hinduism is one of the most peaceful religions in the world, you shouldn't disgrace any religion, no what matter. Go fuck yourself and Eat a dick. ... Uncle Jaja: Fighting is bad. Littering is bad. Obviously these two people are godless and in need of the love of our saviour Jesus Christ. justlookatthatevileyedpsycho!!!!!!!!!!: First of all, who carries a baseball bat around in January(the middle of winter)? The guy must have some serious issues! I think road rage, a mid day attack of coffee, bike stomping and assault prove this guy is a sreious threat to society. This is obviously not his worst... | |