Nice guys are suckers...

CroK · #1 09-26-2009, 02:32 PM

So, I was filling the gas tank the other night about to go for short ride. An older gentleman made a quick comment just being sociable. Just as I had began to stick the nozzle in my tank, a young lady came out of the store asking if I could do her a 'favor'. Yes, I did take a few seconds knowing it could be a 'pan handler'. She said that she was desperate for a few bucks to buy a quart of oil so she could make it back home. I'm a person who usually does a quick assessment of how people act in certain situations. I knew the girl was talking way too much for my comfort, and that usually spells 'liar' to me.

Anyway, I gave in thinking that I could afford giving up a few bucks, so I ended up donating 4 bucks to her 'cause'. She thanked me then promptly jumped into her vehicle and drove off down the road. I finished refueling, then since I was just out for a joy ride I went in the same direction she left. Turns out just a cpl blocks up the road she got caught at a railroad crossing. I was at the end of a line of 12-14 vehicles, and saw what I thought was her mini-van near the front. I passed the group on the right shoulder and waited for the crossing to open up.

I sped down the road a few blocks then pulled off to the right at an intersection to watch as she passed by. Then I got back in behind her and followed to the next traffic signal, where we both caught the red light. I was directly behind her at this point, and rolled up beside her drivers window which was open. I told her to give the 4 bucks back, she began screaming that she NEEDED OIL. More lies. To shorten the story, I followed her several blocks around and around. She had a young guy with her that grew tired of the whole mess and jumped out at one of the stop signs then walked off. She screamed out the window "I HOPE YOU ARE HAPPY NOW! You scared the hell out of my friend and he took all of my ten bucks!" I guess she thought I was supposed to feel guilty from that, but guess what...

Anyway I followed her through several streets more in the middle of the crack district, with dealers hollerin at me at each corner. Another tactic to scare me off I reckon. I don't scare easily, especially since I grew up in those type of neighborhoods. She finally pulled down an alley between buildings and was greeted by yet another dealer lookin type. I sat at the end of the drive for a few seconds, then decided that I would be better off catching her on the road another day. Four bucks ain't worth having some moron lookin to boost his 'hood rep. I'll think even harder the next time I feel sorry for a 'lady' in distress. I hope when I run across one that is in actual need I still have the decency to assist. <--Invitation for another scam?

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krwould · #2 09-26-2009, 02:37 PM

I would have bought her a qt of oil and went on my way!

CroK · #3 09-26-2009, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by krwould

I would have bought her a qt of oil and went on my way!

That had crossed my mind, while I was assessing her endless pleadings.

krwould · #4 09-26-2009, 02:45 PM

I have run into the same before and when I say something like what kind of oil did you need I will get you one and help you put it in, they usually disappear!

will2002 · #5 09-26-2009, 03:29 PM

You tried to do something good.

------- Just because she was a total a$$ hole, don't mean you were a sucker . Not by a long shot!

Vert1go · #6 09-26-2009, 05:46 PM

Jeez, why bother following her? I wouldn't waste my time or a good day for a useless crack whore.

Tommo · #7 09-26-2009, 05:54 PM

There was a guy on the radio over here saying how he'd been on vacation In the States and got scammed at a gas station,giving someone some money for fuel...plus side was he was near Sturgis,and had only good things to say about bikers.

big_al · #8 09-26-2009, 05:58 PM

I "NEVER" give money to anyone period........

I donate to the veterans, red cross and goodwill.......

CroK · #9 09-26-2009, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Vert1go

Jeez, why bother following her? I wouldn't waste my time or a good day for a useless crack whore.

If nuthin else, she prolly wasted 2 bucks on gas tryin to lose me.

JW1200 · #10 09-26-2009, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by CroK

If nuthin else, she prolly wasted 2 bucks on gas tryin to lose me.

You shoulda road up in the ally, drug her to the back of the van and made her say uncle.