Jogger killed by cyclist
Discussion
TheInternet said:
Grumfutock said:
I really hope the idiots on here do not try and defend the moron in lycra like they did on other posts.
You don't think you should be able to run on a footpath?Johnnytheboy said:
Smiler. said:
R4 had a phone in on cycling earlier today.
"Call You and Yours: Do you think it's time to ask cyclists to take a test before they're allowed on the roads?"
What about the pavement?"Call You and Yours: Do you think it's time to ask cyclists to take a test before they're allowed on the roads?"
Is it time these were reintroduced as part of the curriculum?
Grumfutock said:
TheInternet said:
Grumfutock said:
I really hope the idiots on here do not try and defend the moron in lycra like they did on other posts.
You don't think you should be able to run on a footpath?Grumfutock said:
I really hope the idiots on here do not try and defend the moron in lycra like they did on other posts.
I hope the Police find the cyclist or he comes forward. Not really sure what the cyclist's or runner's choices in clothing has to do with anything unless it's information from an eye-witness that could help find them.Edited by ewenm on Tuesday 26th May 14:03
It apparently appeared as if the man had minor injuries after the collision and the severity only became apparent when he later went to hospital.
Police Scotland said:
“We’re eager to trace the cyclist, described as a man in his early twenties, and any witnesses.”
They added they were not expected to bring charges against the cyclist as there is “no suggestion of any criminality”.
They added they were not expected to bring charges against the cyclist as there is “no suggestion of any criminality”.
wolves_wanderer said:
Grumfutock said:
TheInternet said:
Grumfutock said:
I really hope the idiots on here do not try and defend the moron in lycra like they did on other posts.
You don't think you should be able to run on a footpath?
The article states didn't swap details at the time.
Which suggests to me the cyclist stopped, to check on the guy but didn't trade details (not sure why you would)
The extent of the injuries then became apparent later.
I'd be very surprised if the cyclist doesn't just come forward and say yeah - sorry it was me.
No suggestion they have acted improperly.
Which suggests to me the cyclist stopped, to check on the guy but didn't trade details (not sure why you would)
The extent of the injuries then became apparent later.
I'd be very surprised if the cyclist doesn't just come forward and say yeah - sorry it was me.
No suggestion they have acted improperly.
richie99 said:
When a cyclist is in an incident with a pedestrian, the cyclist should always be held responsible. The details are irrelevant. Recognise the logic?
It is the same logic that people use when suggesting that drivers should held responsible for accidents with cyclists. FWIW I don't agree with that either.La Liga said:
It apparently appeared as if the man had minor injuries after the collision and the severity only became apparent when he later went to hospital.
Correct me if I'm wrong, but is not riding on the pavement illegal?Police Scotland said:
“We’re eager to trace the cyclist, described as a man in his early twenties, and any witnesses.”
They added they were not expected to bring charges against the cyclist as there is “no suggestion of any criminality”.
They added they were not expected to bring charges against the cyclist as there is “no suggestion of any criminality”.
La Liga said:
It apparently appeared as if the man had minor injuries after the collision and the severity only became apparent when he later went to hospital.
It also states that it happened on a footpath. Curious to know why they say no charges. Maybe it is a dual cycle path and foot path?Police Scotland said:
“We’re eager to trace the cyclist, described as a man in his early twenties, and any witnesses.”
They added they were not expected to bring charges against the cyclist as there is “no suggestion of any criminality”.
They added they were not expected to bring charges against the cyclist as there is “no suggestion of any criminality”.
Grumfutock said:
La Liga said:
It apparently appeared as if the man had minor injuries after the collision and the severity only became apparent when he later went to hospital.
It also states that it happened on a footpath. Curious to know why they say no charges. Maybe it is a dual cycle path and foot path?Police Scotland said:
“We’re eager to trace the cyclist, described as a man in his early twenties, and any witnesses.”
They added they were not expected to bring charges against the cyclist as there is “no suggestion of any criminality”.
They added they were not expected to bring charges against the cyclist as there is “no suggestion of any criminality”.
We have loads of "mixed use" pathways round here that are nothing more than normal pavements with a sign permitting cycling. I assume it is some cheap bodge to build a certain amount of cycle track to gain some funding or show how "green" they are. Seems daft to me if the pavements aren't widened as surely they are no more appropriate to cycle on than a normal pavement?
Einion Yrth said:
La Liga said:
It apparently appeared as if the man had minor injuries after the collision and the severity only became apparent when he later went to hospital.
Correct me if I'm wrong, but is not riding on the pavement illegal?Police Scotland said:
“We’re eager to trace the cyclist, described as a man in his early twenties, and any witnesses.”
They added they were not expected to bring charges against the cyclist as there is “no suggestion of any criminality”.
They added they were not expected to bring charges against the cyclist as there is “no suggestion of any criminality”.
http://www.theguardian.com/environment/bike-blog/2...
Grumfutock said:
La Liga said:
It apparently appeared as if the man had minor injuries after the collision and the severity only became apparent when he later went to hospital.
It also states that it happened on a footpath. Curious to know why they say no charges. Maybe it is a dual cycle path and foot path?Police Scotland said:
“We’re eager to trace the cyclist, described as a man in his early twenties, and any witnesses.”
They added they were not expected to bring charges against the cyclist as there is “no suggestion of any criminality”.
They added they were not expected to bring charges against the cyclist as there is “no suggestion of any criminality”.
It is a wide path, but it's also on a steep hill. It's where a lot of kids used to play on their bikes or any thing that would roll down the hill at speed.
It was also the pathway that linked a few schools.
The narrow walkway is immediately next to the houses on the left(going downhill) which is the side Fergus Avenue is on. The runner should have entered on to the walkers side.
No idea what happened, but very sad for someone to lose their life.
Here is a picture of the path in question on a Facebook page.
https://m.facebook.com/Livingstoni/photos/pb.30516...
The houses at the bottom of the hill in Fergus Avenue. The path turns 90° right then 90° left and gets steeper. Fergus Avenue is still a few rows of houses after that.
You can see the railing that divides walking and bikes.
https://m.facebook.com/Livingstoni/photos/pb.30516...
The houses at the bottom of the hill in Fergus Avenue. The path turns 90° right then 90° left and gets steeper. Fergus Avenue is still a few rows of houses after that.
You can see the railing that divides walking and bikes.
Edited by Driver101 on Tuesday 26th May 14:48
Podie said:
Cycling is probably more popular now, than it has been for decades.
I've had some bloke verbally abuse me on a zebra crossing in London because I stopped him getting King of the Hill (or whatever it is)...
Like anything though, it only takes a few idiots to ruin it for everyone.
Similar happened to me in Winchester. Except the cyclist clipped my hockey bag and fell off before abusing me. I've had some bloke verbally abuse me on a zebra crossing in London because I stopped him getting King of the Hill (or whatever it is)...
Like anything though, it only takes a few idiots to ruin it for everyone.
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