12 February 2011

Bike stolen at Braddon Phoenix Apartments 11 Feb, 4am

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Does anybody recognize these guys??? The scene is on Mort Street opposite Crust Pizza and right next to the Bollywood Dimensions Restaurant.

Half way through the footage people are walking down the footpath. Perhaps they saw the car and can give some further information!?!?

Thanks…

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Captain RAAF said :

What a stupid response! These thugs have to have thier criminal records stsart somewhere so that it’s on file for when they commit a serious offence and thier less likely to get let off with a slap on the wrist!

I’m assuming ACT is similar to NSW with juvenile law (i apologise if it isnt), but you have to get 3 juvenile cautions before even facing a judge. So basically, the kid gets away with the crime twice without any repercussions. If they’re under 17, the police might not even be allowed to get a fingerprint sample, which is probably the easiest/quickest way to link someone to theft. Plus, these days, i doubt a ($50) bike theft will have any effect on his sentencing down the track.

Captain RAAF9:26 am 15 Feb 11

Davo111 said :

The Dark said :

They’re Minors, doesn’t that prevent the cops from taking they’re prints or some such?

According to google, that only applies to kids 15 years or younger. I’ll assume they’re older – if they’re caught and charged, they’ll get off with a juvenile warning anyway, so basically a waste of time for all.

What a stupid response! These thugs have to have thier criminal records stsart somewhere so that it’s on file for when they commit a serious offence and thier less likely to get let off with a slap on the wrist!

The Dark said :

They’re Minors, doesn’t that prevent the cops from taking they’re prints or some such?

According to google, that only applies to kids 15 years or younger. I’ll assume they’re older – if they’re caught and charged, they’ll get off with a juvenile warning anyway, so basically a waste of time for all.

They’re Minors, doesn’t that prevent the cops from taking they’re prints or some such?

Gungahlin Al said :

Tooks said :

Felix the Cat said :

Gungahlin Al said :

4/ they obviously left fingerprints

Cops won’t dust for fingerprints for something as minor as a bike theft. They won’t even come out to investigate. See if you can claim it off your contents insurance…you do have contents insurance, right?

Left fingerprints on what? The bike’s gone!

The chain. And given that the police are getting good at cleaning up sometimes dozens of crimes with just one or two people/cretins caught, I would think they would be keen to look into it.

What chain? The one out in the open that anyone could’ve touched at any time? No good.

dr phil said :

You can tell from this that the young man has never been around a real man, who taught this kid to use a bolt cutter, HIS MUM?

Pretty sure my mum would have got through that quicker then those to butt nuggets.

Gungahlin Al1:40 pm 14 Feb 11

Tooks said :

Felix the Cat said :

Gungahlin Al said :

4/ they obviously left fingerprints

Cops won’t dust for fingerprints for something as minor as a bike theft. They won’t even come out to investigate. See if you can claim it off your contents insurance…you do have contents insurance, right?

Left fingerprints on what? The bike’s gone!

The chain. And given that the police are getting good at cleaning up sometimes dozens of crimes with just one or two people/cretins caught, I would think they would be keen to look into it.

The Dark said :

The shirtless ones name might be Ray.

Not 100% but I’m fairly sure it is.

I can tell you a couple more things if you provide an email address or other less public means of contact.

Hope you get your bike back.

Well, that is good news. Would be great if you could send some more info on Phoenixxxx11@gmail.com.

Thanks in advance…

Lazy I said :

Anyone recommending a kryptonite lock obviously hasn’t put the search terms ‘kryptonite lock bic pen’ into Google.

dude, that was like 5 years ago, not only did they replace that model asap, but they allowed people to swap the bad model for a good one.

If you’re an ANU student, you can get a subsidised lock from ANU green ($35 from memory). Yes they are a good solid kryptonite, and yes they are keyed (can’t be picked with a pen)

Lazy I said :

Anyone recommending a kryptonite lock obviously hasn’t put the search terms ‘kryptonite lock bic pen’ into Google.

This was a problem about 7 years ago – locks on the new range are akin to Abloy Disclocks.

Hosinator said :

Fark I would love to punch both those guys in the head.

BTW, I agree with shiny flu, get yourself a kryptonite lock. You won’t regret is and if possible leave your bike inside at home or if you are at a restaurant ask if you can park it around the back or some such.

Anyone recommending a kryptonite lock obviously hasn’t put the search terms ‘kryptonite lock bic pen’ into Google.

Felix the Cat said :

Gungahlin Al said :

4/ they obviously left fingerprints

Cops won’t dust for fingerprints for something as minor as a bike theft. They won’t even come out to investigate. See if you can claim it off your contents insurance…you do have contents insurance, right?

Left fingerprints on what? The bike’s gone!

What a couple of idiots. I hope they get what’s coming to them.

…which, by the looks of it, is a lifetime of living in poverty and having no prospects and no hope.

The shirtless ones name might be Ray.

Not 100% but I’m fairly sure it is.

I can tell you a couple more things if you provide an email address or other less public means of contact.

Hope you get your bike back.

Fark I would love to punch both those guys in the head.

BTW, I agree with shiny flu, get yourself a kryptonite lock. You won’t regret is and if possible leave your bike inside at home or if you are at a restaurant ask if you can park it around the back or some such.

hmmmmm i think the guy without the shirt on is my meth dealer…….. hope you find them or they get hit by a car riding your bike, at over 3min to cut a cable they are going to get caught pretty soon…….

Felix the Cat11:35 am 13 Feb 11

Gungahlin Al said :

4/ they obviously left fingerprints

Cops won’t dust for fingerprints for something as minor as a bike theft. They won’t even come out to investigate. See if you can claim it off your contents insurance…you do have contents insurance, right?

This is good, clear footage. It is likely these thieves will be identified soon.

Just who was monitoring the camera at the time of the offense and did THEY report it to police?

What was the deterrent effect of this surveillance camera?

Ahhh, the arse bandits strike again…….

Hi Phoenixxx,

Nice work getting the footage. You should also upload a clear photo of the bike if you have one and visit all the local pawn brokers over the next few weeks and leave them a photo also.

Have a walk down the street and look for other CCTV cameras in the area, there is a good chance that there is footage from another angle which may have captured the vehicle.

Happy hunting.

There may have been a good reason for leaving the bike there, just like perhaps someone leaving their car overnight because of unanticipated events?

Wow, a petty little cable lock. I know the pains of having a bicycle stolen, but in this case you only have yourself to blame.

1) bum-crack-tracky-dack and mullet-boi (your thieves) don’t even know that you need sharp blades to cut through cables… then again they probably stole the bolt cutters. It’s not about the size, bum-crack-tracky-dack and mullet-boi just aren’t strong enough.

2) Cable locks are useless at protecting your bike (or anything else for that matter) from theft. You’ve learnt this the hard way. Time and time again here on Riot-Act comes someone crying wolf. The truth is, if you want to leave your bicycle outside and you value it enough, you need to spend at least $60 on a U-lock and or high-quality chain. Be prepared to spend up to $150 for something that will keep your mind resting easy – like a Kyrptonite New York U-lock. The only thing that gets through them (so long as you lock it properly) is a portable powered saw. You don’t have to carry it every where, but leave it locked to the bike rack/pole where you lock your bike up at night. The simple fact of the matter is, the heavier the better but unfortunately not as much fun to carry around.

3) Now starts the the grieving process. Chances of getting it back are slim. Chances of the coppers doing much to catch bum-crack-tracky-dack and mullet-boi are even slimmer.

4) Get a new bike but make sure you spend a good decent amount of money on locks (i.e. more than one = more of a deterrent). Maybe a good quality U-lock or Kryptonite Chain for home and a decent but light U-lock or thicker Chain lock for portability during the day when you run errands. Also look into insurance or the fact that because you live in the city centre, actually taking the bike into your apartment.

Crack – You could park a bike in that…

You can tell from this that the young man has never been around a real man, who taught this kid to use a bolt cutter, HIS MUM?

To be fair, he REALLY needed the cash to buy trackies that fit…

Phoenixxx said :

One thing I expect is that locked up private property would remain secure. Another thing I expect is that people such as yourself would not condone criminal activity with such comments.

hes not condoning anything, hes just saying its common sense to not leave things out in the open in a high crime area, particularly within walking distance to drinking establishments in the city.

Oh, and its hardly private property, the foot path has been extended out towards the flats. If the thieves had to jump a 7 foot fence to steal the bike – you could claim it was securely locked up. But it was basically left out in the open.

Davo111 said :

Umm why exactly did you park it there? with the light above it, it looks like a gift from heaven.

There is a theory that parking in well lit places is better in terms of security – indeed a well lit place with a nice high resolution camera directly above would on first glance be ideal if no other more secure options were available. Of course there is no guarantee dumb and dumber will not come along and spend 3 minutes struggling with bolt cutters against your bike chain!

+10 Johnboy 🙂

Clearly bigger bolt cutters were needed in this amazingly well executed crime.

Phoenixx, understandably you are quite p**ssed about the bike, however, I expect that someone will try and steal my stuff if I leave it in a public place, even if it is secured. I doubt that Lovespy is condoning criminal activity but merely pointing out your lack of forethought.

A lesson learned the hard way, unfortunately, Phoenixx…

Phoenixxx said :

LOVESPYLOVESPY said :

You left your bike out, at four am, in Braddon, what did you expect?

One thing I expect is that locked up private property would remain secure. Another thing I expect is that people such as yourself would not condone criminal activity with such comments.

That’s like saying naked and drunk 17yo girls should be able to parade around footballers with impunity – and they should – but it’s a naive and unrealistic expectation.

Bottom line is, protect what you treasure.

That said, I hope you find the scrotes who stole your ride.

They’re also wanted for questioning by the bum cleavage police.

“Gone in 60 seconds” – not.

LOVESPYLOVESPY said :

You left your bike out, at four am, in Braddon, what did you expect?

One thing I expect is that locked up private property would remain secure. Another thing I expect is that people such as yourself would not condone criminal activity with such comments.

LOVESPYLOVESPY1:06 pm 12 Feb 11

You left your bike out, at four am, in Braddon, what did you expect?

Umm why exactly did you park it there? with the light above it, it looks like a gift from heaven.

Cheeky bastards! If they are found they also need to be charged with crimes against fashion.

Good luck!

Gungahlin Al said :

Given 1/ they are clearly morons who don’t even know to look around for cameras, 2/ they are clearly wimps 3/ someone should recognise that butt crack for sure 4/ they obviously left fingerprints and 5/ they are certain to do more of this, I think there’d be a fair chance they will be caught soon enough.
Good luck, and ain’t it good that so many toerags are also thick as?

The smart ones are working on their preselection or looting your pension fund.

Gungahlin Al11:10 am 12 Feb 11

Given 1/ they are clearly morons who don’t even know to look around for cameras, 2/ they are clearly wimps 3/ someone should recognise that butt crack for sure 4/ they obviously left fingerprints and 5/ they are certain to do more of this, I think there’d be a fair chance they will be caught soon enough.
Good luck, and ain’t it good that so many toerags are also thick as?

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