shoshntosh Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 Hi AllAm sure I've seen a thread on this somewhere before but just wanted to say that Tosh was cycling home through the Surrey Canal area on Friday night and he was set upon by a group of six blokes. Fortunately, despite them kicking him in the leg to try to get him off his bicycle, Tosh managed to stay on and get past them without further incident. He parked over and watched as the group tried to get a second cyclist off his bikee, by which time Tosh was phoning the police. The second cyclist also got through and the group went for a third cyclist, again with no luck, and apparently fled. The police did come and take a report. Just another warning to all who cycle this way to be very careful, perhaps cycle in pairs? Also, Friday night apparently the worst!Shosh Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyQuinn Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 It's very dangerous along Surrey canal at night-time, and would urge everyone never ever to cycle through there during darkness. During the day it is well populated but keep your antennae on for any suspicious trouble. If in doubt, turn back and take the 63 bus route. Was whoever was attacked attacked at night-time? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/#findComment-167590 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 Ask "pierre" about this...http://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?5,15153,15333#msg-15333 Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/#findComment-167593 Share on other sites More sharing options...
cookie Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 I had my hand broken in a similar attack to this a few years ago. A group of youths were wacking cyclists with large branches as they passed. I parried a blow with my hand and broke a knuckle even with motorbike gloves on. Reported to police, but not sure what action was taken. Sad to hear this is still going on. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/#findComment-167619 Share on other sites More sharing options...
copleston_charlie Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 I think you'd have to conclude it's just not worth the risk of riding in this area, especially after dark, and even in groups. Whilst i haven't been attacked directly, I've had things thrown at me on a number of occasions in this area, so avoid it like the plague these days. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/#findComment-167621 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonsuissy Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 Thanks for the warning. It does seem that this particular route home is lethal.Do you know what time this happened?I go home this way everyday but will never use the Canal path after dark and use Trafalgar/Sumner Roads instead. They are a bit bumpy but otherwise fine.Roll on Springtime and a bit more light in the evenings Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/#findComment-167622 Share on other sites More sharing options...
honk Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 I've cycled through there, daily, for the best part of 3 years. It's a combination of luck and common sense. If you're not confident going down there as someone says use the 63 route, but if someone's going to take you off your bike they're going to do it anywhere. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/#findComment-167644 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dulwichmum Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 I am horrified by this. Poor Tosh. I think that none of us should ever go to Peckham, not ever. Indeed, I am about to pen a letter to my MP insisting that the whole of Dulwich become a gated community.Perhaps we could have some kind of electric wiring type of arrangement constructed. I hear that the building of ten foot walls can be expensive. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/#findComment-167649 Share on other sites More sharing options...
honk Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 dulwichmum Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> I am horrified by this. Poor Tosh. I think that> none of us should ever go to Peckham, not ever. > Indeed, I am about to pen a letter to my MP> insisting that the whole of Dulwich become a gated> community.> > Perhaps we could have some kind of electric wiring> type of arrangement constructed. I hear that the> building of ten foot walls can be expensive.I imagine the residents of Peckham are already WAY ahead of you in getting this fast-tracked through. A massive great flyover from East Dulwich Road to Brixton would be a nice addition. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/#findComment-167650 Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrism Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 Funnily enough, I attended jury service last year on a similar case where attacks were happening on cyclists using the canal in Hackney. Police kept a watch and caught the three lads involved. Can't see why they couldn't do something similar here if it's happening regularly. There shouldn't be no-go areas - and if we all avoid it presumably the attackers will just move somewhere else to rob people. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/#findComment-167654 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony.London Suburbs Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 No Description?Plagued by this in one area of Bristol I was reading the other night where 2 main gangs are involved, apparently.In Bristol there is a clear description of Members of the 2 Gangs who are racially diverse so it is "relatively" easy for the cyclists there to be additionally vigilant. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/#findComment-167656 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikecg Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 Theres a new sherif in town. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/#findComment-167674 Share on other sites More sharing options...
fractionater Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 dulwichmum Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> I am horrified by this. Poor Tosh. I think that> none of us should ever go to Peckham, not ever. > Indeed, I am about to pen a letter to my MP> insisting that the whole of Dulwich become a gated> community.> > Perhaps we could have some kind of electric wiring> type of arrangement constructed. I hear that the> building of ten foot walls can be expensive.They've built a "Protective wall" around Israel...lets use the proposed Zebra crossing money to build a wall around ED! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/#findComment-167682 Share on other sites More sharing options...
honk Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 fractionater Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> dulwichmum Wrote:> --------------------------------------------------> -----> > I am horrified by this. Poor Tosh. I think> that> > none of us should ever go to Peckham, not ever.> > > Indeed, I am about to pen a letter to my MP> > insisting that the whole of Dulwich become a> gated> > community.> > > > Perhaps we could have some kind of electric> wiring> > type of arrangement constructed. I hear that> the> > building of ten foot walls can be expensive.> > They've built a "Protective wall" around> Israel...lets use the proposed Zebra crossing> money to build a wall around ED!Er... And then begin shelling from the other side? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/#findComment-167683 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesG Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 where is Surrey Canal? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/#findComment-167694 Share on other sites More sharing options...
honk Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 JamesG Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> where is Surrey Canal?The bit probably being referred to here (it used to run all the way to the Thames) runs up the side of Peckham library up to the Old Kent Road. It's since been filled in but you can still see remnants of a towpath. As with all areas of London at night, it is recommended you exercise caution and common sense. And also that you're more likely to be hit by a car than attacked down there. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/#findComment-167704 Share on other sites More sharing options...
fractionater Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 "Er... And then begin shelling from the other side?"Crush them....Resolve the Peckham problem once and for all! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/#findComment-167705 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonsuissy Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 dulwichmum Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> I am horrified by this. Poor Tosh. I think that> none of us should ever go to Peckham, not ever. > Indeed, I am about to pen a letter to my MP> insisting that the whole of Dulwich become a gated> community.> > Perhaps we could have some kind of electric wiring> type of arrangement constructed. I hear that the> building of ten foot walls can be expensive.Am I missing something? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/#findComment-167741 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeanMacGabhann Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 jonsuissyby missing something do you mean dulwichmum's post is so horrifically offensive that it must be some sort of joke? Have a look at the link at the end of her posts and it should become clear Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/#findComment-167742 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonsuissy Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 Thanks SeanThe link is banned at work.Though from what you are implying she is meant to be funny - so perhaps what I am missing is a sense of humour?Is it funny?Jon Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/#findComment-167745 Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrustratedLawyer Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 fractionater Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> "Er... And then begin shelling from the other> side?"> > > Crush them....Resolve the Peckham problem once and> for all!Nothing quite so vulgar dear boy. We should be much more civil and relocate the populace en mass towards the estuary. I believe the Soviets did something similar with mixed results. In short always move the problem elsewhere. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/#findComment-167748 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeanMacGabhann Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 jonWell there is a question! I think so but I know others that don't. I think an exaggerated version of the stereotypical Dulwich Village-living, high-earning-partner-marrying, lady of lunch who has no concept of reality beyond her provileged borders is ripe for humour and I think she hits the target as often as notBut if casual readers of the forum don't know that, then it just appears crass and offensive which I think is a shame Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/#findComment-167749 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ed_pete Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 Quote If you're not confident going down there as someone says use the 63 route, but if someone's going to take you off your bike they're going to do it anywhere.Rubbish - the reason they use the Surrey Canal is because (a) it's darker and therefore easier to hide, (b) they're less likely to get caught and © it's regularly used by cyclists. I don't imagine the same group go about knocking cyclists off their bikes on the Walworth Road for example. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/#findComment-167752 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonsuissy Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 SeanMacGabhann Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> jon> > Well there is a question! I think so but I know> others that don't. I think an exaggerated version> of the stereotypical Dulwich Village-living,> high-earning-partner-marrying, lady of lunch who> has no concept of reality beyond her provileged> borders is ripe for humour and I think she hits> the target as often as not> > But if casual readers of the forum don't know> that, then it just appears crass and offensive> which I think is a shameSeanThanks for explaining that - the voice of conciliatory reason as always.Though I'm afraid to say that I remain to be convinced that this is funny.Each to his or her of course.JonEdited because I'm not Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/#findComment-167767 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeanMacGabhann Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 well in this instancea) I happen to know the guy attacked on this threadb) I also know someone close to dulwichmumc) I like Peckham and normally defend it against people (looking at you Louisa!) who because of some very-visible problems dismiss the whole place as vile, when there are many, many reasons to like Peckhamso of course I'm conciliatory on this one. But "always"??? a leeeeeeeetle bit of a stretch no? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/5253-attack-in-surrey-canal-peckham-lounged/#findComment-167770 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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