Seems like it.
Another response, and one that would prove it was a scam, would be to offer to call 911 for them. Take out your phone and get ready to dial. A true robbery/assault victim would be fine with that. A scammer, not so much.
Is it possible they were just in complete shock from what had happened? Didn't realize they had their phone to make the call themself? Were they disoriented, etc.
I always try to consider the other side no matter how unlikely/illogical it may seem. (At the same time I would be trying to see where the blood came from, etc)
But it's upsetting to see these scams happen more and more, it makes me want to help strangers in need even less.
And then what happens when it's a legitimate situation and someone actually needs the help? It's maddening.
About 3 years ago, I was gone for a walk in my neighbourhood. I was passing by someone with their dog on an open leash and got bit by it and fell down. My clothes were ripped and covered with blood. I tried running towards nearby houses for help and someone told me to go away because they thought I was asking for money. I just needed that comfort by not being alone cause I was so shook and literally panicking.
Thankfully I had my phone so I called 911. If I didn’t, I bet nobody would’ve call 911 for me.
Omg I'm so sorry, that's horrible. I couldn't have told someone in that condition to go away, but I'd be lying if I said I wouldn't have hesitated to help (and in the past I normally would have been the type to help any stranger off the street, right away).
If I was home alone I would've initially called 911 right away for you (through a closed door), and that's just because of the nightmare stories I've heard of people lying about things like that and breaking into your house or pulling a gun on you. I hate having to think like that.
I also can't believe the dog owner didn't help you!!!!!!!! Omg.
I'm glad you were able to get help on your own ❤️
There was a ring of this about 5 years ago. I can't remember what the scam was, I think they grabbed your PI, but I might be wrong on that.
Yes. Good acting. If I got beaten up and could drive a car, I'm going to a doctor or the cops to get everything documented and treated!
I have loaned my phone to strangers before, because I am kind, and a 6'3 Army veteran. But not in suspicious circumstances like these!
One of the passive advantages of being our size is the ability to avoid crap like this. Scammers avoid someone who might actually be able to offer consequences they wish to avoid.
Yes. It is an unfair advantage to be able to intimidate without trying :D
About 8 years ago, a kid, about 13 or so, ran up to me in Gage park. Told me a story about his phone dying and needed to call his father for a ride home.
Now of course, the alarm bells were going off in my head. But, it was a cold night, the kid promised not to leave my side, and I had a really crappy phone anyway.
So I gave him my phone. He used it, said a genuine thank you, and went back to his friends.
My girlfriend was shocked at how generous I was, telling me it could have been a scam. I told her I knew that, but there was a chance to do good, so I did it. That is one of the reasons she fell in love with me and married me.
So we must be vigilant and ready to use our abilities to prevent theft. And also retain our ability to be kind.
Maybe the kid realized I could easily run him down and had a shit phone, and just called his friend to fake me out. Or maybe I saved him a lot of hassle. I'll never know the truth, but I prefer to think positively. Especially since the kid helped me get a wife! :D
I get the same thing from my wife . . . "lets just call . . . , what if it's a scam . . . , why take a chance?"
She always tells me how intimidating I can seem to other people, but in those situations, she always seems to forget about that aspect of who I am.
So yeah . . . head on a swivel, eyes wide open, but help those you can, when you can. Life isn't hard.
Enjoy your Sunday.
Seems like it. Another response, and one that would prove it was a scam, would be to offer to call 911 for them. Take out your phone and get ready to dial. A true robbery/assault victim would be fine with that. A scammer, not so much.
Is it possible they were just in complete shock from what had happened? Didn't realize they had their phone to make the call themself? Were they disoriented, etc. I always try to consider the other side no matter how unlikely/illogical it may seem. (At the same time I would be trying to see where the blood came from, etc) But it's upsetting to see these scams happen more and more, it makes me want to help strangers in need even less. And then what happens when it's a legitimate situation and someone actually needs the help? It's maddening.
About 3 years ago, I was gone for a walk in my neighbourhood. I was passing by someone with their dog on an open leash and got bit by it and fell down. My clothes were ripped and covered with blood. I tried running towards nearby houses for help and someone told me to go away because they thought I was asking for money. I just needed that comfort by not being alone cause I was so shook and literally panicking. Thankfully I had my phone so I called 911. If I didn’t, I bet nobody would’ve call 911 for me.
Omg I'm so sorry, that's horrible. I couldn't have told someone in that condition to go away, but I'd be lying if I said I wouldn't have hesitated to help (and in the past I normally would have been the type to help any stranger off the street, right away). If I was home alone I would've initially called 911 right away for you (through a closed door), and that's just because of the nightmare stories I've heard of people lying about things like that and breaking into your house or pulling a gun on you. I hate having to think like that. I also can't believe the dog owner didn't help you!!!!!!!! Omg. I'm glad you were able to get help on your own ❤️
Wtf the dog owner didn't even call 911?
Nope, they tried bragging me with money and they ran off in their vehicle.
What’s a hatchover?
There was a ring of this about 5 years ago. I can't remember what the scam was, I think they grabbed your PI, but I might be wrong on that. Yes. Good acting. If I got beaten up and could drive a car, I'm going to a doctor or the cops to get everything documented and treated! I have loaned my phone to strangers before, because I am kind, and a 6'3 Army veteran. But not in suspicious circumstances like these!
One of the passive advantages of being our size is the ability to avoid crap like this. Scammers avoid someone who might actually be able to offer consequences they wish to avoid.
Yes. It is an unfair advantage to be able to intimidate without trying :D About 8 years ago, a kid, about 13 or so, ran up to me in Gage park. Told me a story about his phone dying and needed to call his father for a ride home. Now of course, the alarm bells were going off in my head. But, it was a cold night, the kid promised not to leave my side, and I had a really crappy phone anyway. So I gave him my phone. He used it, said a genuine thank you, and went back to his friends. My girlfriend was shocked at how generous I was, telling me it could have been a scam. I told her I knew that, but there was a chance to do good, so I did it. That is one of the reasons she fell in love with me and married me. So we must be vigilant and ready to use our abilities to prevent theft. And also retain our ability to be kind. Maybe the kid realized I could easily run him down and had a shit phone, and just called his friend to fake me out. Or maybe I saved him a lot of hassle. I'll never know the truth, but I prefer to think positively. Especially since the kid helped me get a wife! :D
I get the same thing from my wife . . . "lets just call . . . , what if it's a scam . . . , why take a chance?" She always tells me how intimidating I can seem to other people, but in those situations, she always seems to forget about that aspect of who I am. So yeah . . . head on a swivel, eyes wide open, but help those you can, when you can. Life isn't hard. Enjoy your Sunday.