Stoop sale sign ripper
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Yeah, signs on lamposts are just awful. They ruin the neighborhood, thank the baby jesus someone is doing something about this scourge afflicting PS residents.
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Subject: Re: Regarding "Lost Cats"
ParkslopeCynic wrote: The point is people repeatedly post this lost cat appeal. When will owners learn some responsibilty and keep their cat indoors- where they belong!
Sounds like you've never had a pet. Sometimes, they run out when you open the door. My cat got out in a previous house I was renting, I NEVER let him out intentionally and have always been a responsible pet owner, than you. I posted signs on street posts and a week later someone called. They found my cat and had him for me. That was 6 or 7 years ago. I still have the same cat.
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This guy doesn't try to wipe out the notices people write on the sidewalks with chalk, does he? 'Cause I'm planning a sale this weekend and will probably publicize it that way rather than with fliers.
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Chalk away, that's ok in our book!
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Subject: Re: Stoop sale sign ripper
pastoralia wrote: he was going to every street post and tearing down people's Stoop Sale signs. What's the deal?
I think he works for that sold it on ebay store, kind of like how the tire dealers go around slashing peoples tires. like if I worked for WebMD, it would be in my best interest to go to peoples' houses at night and paint little red dots on their genitals. -
Nuclear Redaction wrote: This guy doesn't try to wipe out the notices people write on the sidewalks with chalk, does he? 'Cause I'm planning a sale this weekend and will probably publicize it that way rather than with fliers.
Beware. -
[quote="Nuclear Redaction"]This guy doesn't try to wipe out the notices people write on the sidewalks with chalk, does he? 'Cause I'm planning a sale this weekend .
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No he just changes the address's -
this has the makings of a great mystery. where will the park slope ripper strike next?
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Subject: An Appeal for Compassion
The man that you refer to – the man that pulls down signs in Park Slope – is my brother.
To answer your questions and (hopefully) put an end to the debate here, I’d like to clarify a few things about him.
First: my brother is, indeed, autistic. Thank you to the poster named “ljnd” who recognized this as a possibility.
As a child, my brother displayed all the classic signs – signs that would be recognized and treated today. But it was the early seventies, and my mother couldn’t get a definitive diagnosis – much less a straight answer – from any of the various pediatricians, psychologists, or specialists to whom she brought him for help. He wasn’t diagnosed until he’d reached his late teens – significantly late in the developmental processes affected by the disorder.
No one really understood him, but everyone had something to say. I’m five years younger, and I was asked all the time if he was “retarded.” I stuck up for my big brother with all my might – even though I didn’t fully understand him myself.
Some things, at least, have changed. “Autism” is now a household term, children are diagnosed and treated early, and most people show a great deal of compassion for families living with all its heartbreaks.
I ask for your compassion today. Compassion for families living with autistic adults who did not receive treatment when it could have made a difference. Compassion for my mother – a retired senior citizen who is worried sick after reading – in the Brooklyn Paper – that people are “hunting” down her son. Compassion for me – a young woman who still fights for a brother she’s never been able to hug. And compassion for my brother, too. He does not pose a danger to himself or others. He does not pull down signs to hurt people, to be an “asshole” or a “killjoy,” or to ruin people’s stoop sales. He does it because he believes in the rightness of a tiny little law meant to keep public property clean. He finds some comfort in upholding that law in Park Slope – the neighborhood where he grew up, the neighborhood where he’s spent his entire life.
I wish he didn’t care about that law. My mother wishes he didn’t. And many of you wish he didn’t. But he does, and I ask you to please leave him be. Please post your signs (as the law does, after all, require) on the private bulletin boards available in local businesses. I have specifically asked my brother to make an exception for signs for lost pets, and he abides by that limitation.
If you know anything at all about my brother (physical description, etc.), please refrain from posting such identifying details online, where they will become available to those that apparently wish to do him harm.
I have tried, here, to appeal to your sense of compassion. But for those that are unmoved, I also feel compelled to note that I am an attorney. If my brother is harmed – in any way whatsoever – I will pursue all available legal avenues to vindicate his rights. I will never stop fighting for my big brother.
If you wish to contact me, you may reach me at: [email protected]. -
I'm not sure you need to threaten people with legal action after your appeal for our understanding and acceptance of what your brother is doing, but I, for one, appreciate your post regardless.
I suppose I can see how you'd be so concerned for his safety when so many people are so fired up about his behavior, but really, it would take a real asshole to be upset at him, individually, after this explanation.
I just took a read of the article on the Brooklyn Paper's website, and sure enough, it seems quite sensationalist. I'm pretty sure no one is "hunting" him down, and I'm pretty sure no one is going to physically harm another for simply removing postings, no matter how wound up they are about it. -
Subject: Re: Regarding "Lost Cats"
ParkslopeCynic wrote: The point is people repeatedly post this lost cat appeal. When will owners learn some responsibilty and keep their cat indoors- where they belong!
Because sometimes shit happens. *shrug* I've had a LOT of pets, and haven't had to post a lost per sign yet. Knock on wood. But while I certainly have run across irresponsible folks losing their pets, I have also ran across a lot of responsible folk that just had *things* happen.
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Thank you for your post, possibly_maybe.
I struggled with whether or not to include that last bit about legal action. It was meant only for those, as I said, who remained unmoved by my plea for compassion and understanding. It was meant only for those who seemed intent on "confronting" my brother on the street. It was not meant for those -- like you -- who can understand the first part of the message.
My brother is my only sibling, and I want to protect him.
Thank you again for understanding. -
I asked your brother 2 weekends ago very politely why he was taking down the signs posted on a lamppost as I walked by him on Park Pl (well into PH, BTW) and he said quietly, "Because." I figured something was amiss, so I kept walking.
I understand there is a good portion of the autistic adult community that is able to live an independent life. Your brother might very well fall into that category. However, I'm sure not everyone is as polite as I was when I asked him why he was taking the signs down. I happened to not be one of the sign posters (this time), and had no vested interest in the subject. But, if a sign-poster confronts him and they get only a one word answer, a confrontation cold ensue. Is there any way a companion or care taker could accompany him on his walks? I'm sure it would make strides toward preventing any "harmful" consequences for your bro. Just someone to explain the situation, perhaps? Not every member of our community reads this board and has seen your post. -
Subject: Re: Regarding "Lost Cats"
ParkslopeCynic wrote: The point is people repeatedly post this lost cat appeal. When will owners learn some responsibilty and keep their cat indoors- where they belong!
When will cats start learning some common sense and stop trying to get out of the house? My cat keeps trying to escape. Why on earth would a CAT want to be outside. They don't belong outside!
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Subject: Re: An Appeal for Compassion
concernedsister11215 wrote: The man that you refer to – the man that pulls down signs in Park Slope – is my brother.
I wondered about the autism. Someone who compulsively does things like this - relatively harmless, for reasons only he could know - is usually autistic or severely OCD. In other words, not able to control the behavior beyond some very specific restrictions (like the suggestion not to rip down lost pets signs).
Autism is tremendously difficult for everyone it touches. You are a passionate advocate for your brother - and he needs one. My prayers are with you. -
I'm glad you guys aren't looking for the stoop sign rapist, because thats me. damn those sexy ass stoop signs just asking for it.
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I guess no-one should approach him because I saw him yesterday using a razor blade to rip through the poster's tape.
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Some a$$ tore down a Lost Dog flier of Union & 4th ave. Didn't see who did it, just saw the flier on the sidewalk torn in two. There was a trash can a few steps away. So not only do they litter but whomever did it ruined the chances for that poor lost pitbull.
meh, there's my 2 cents. -
Subject: Re: An Appeal for Compassion
concernedsister11215 wrote: I have tried, here, to appeal to your sense of compassion. But for those that are unmoved, I also feel compelled to note that I am an attorney. If my brother is harmed – in any way whatsoever – I will pursue all available legal avenues to vindicate his rights.
wow, that was the lamest thing I've seen on this site in a while. It reminds me of something a 12 year old would say.
Question: If he is autistic, and someone harms him when he's out ruining the lost animal/stoop sale signs that are so obviously ruining the neighborhood, how will you know who did it? I thought he had communication problems. Is he gonna tell you who beat him up?
Also, like the other poster said, does he recycle the signs? If not, maybe you should use your atty powers on him.
Or, maybe just end your rant without the threats, it was all wholesome and sweet sounding and I almost had a tear in my eye until your inner 12 year old pooped its way out. -
Subject: Re: An Appeal for Compassion
jurydutysucks wrote: [quote=concernedsister11215]I have tried, here, to appeal to your sense of compassion. But for those that are unmoved, I also feel compelled to note that I am an attorney. If my brother is harmed – in any way whatsoever – I will pursue all available legal avenues to vindicate his rights.
wow, that was the lamest thing I've seen on this site in a while. It reminds me of something a 12 year old would say.
Question: If he is autistic, and someone harms him when he's out ruining the lost animal/stoop sale signs that are so obviously ruining the neighborhood, how will you know who did it? I thought he had communication problems. Is he gonna tell you who beat him up?
Also, like the other poster said, does he recycle the signs? If not, maybe you should use your atty powers on him.
Or, maybe just end your rant without the threats, it was all wholesome and sweet sounding and I almost had a tear in my eye until your inner 12 year old pooped its way out.
Jeez cut her some slack - did you even read her next post -concernedsister11215 wrote: I struggled with whether or not to include that last bit about legal action. It was meant only for those, as I said, who remained unmoved by my plea for compassion and understanding. It was meant only for those who seemed intent on "confronting" my brother on the street. It was not meant for those -- like you -- who can understand the first part of the message.
My brother is my only sibling, and I want to protect him.
Thank you again for understanding. -
Subject: Re: An Appeal for Compassion
stacey wrote:
Yep, I read all the posts before I post. What's your point? I was referring to her first post, not her "excuses" post.
Jeez cut her some slack - did you even read her next post - -
I can see that the some people have no compassion
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Peanuts wrote: I can see that the some people have no compassion
Yeah, they'll just roast you. Crack you open and eat you Peanuts. -
Strange thing.
I was reading this earlier and was going to copy paste much of what was quoted in the last few posts.
my reaction however was more one of "thank god , its about time".
I have an Aunt w downs syndrome, i can sort of empathize.
And i totally understand why the Mom is worried her autistic son is being targeted.
Wouldnt any of you be freaked out if you came on here and saw someone making bizarre speculations about your sibling ?
(how dare he date that nordic woman !!!)
best wishes concerned sister.
I promise i wont even mildly annoyed if he pulls down my instruction posters or stoop sale things again. -
I'm with you, Garfunky!
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I hate to revive a dead topic for my first post as a long-time lurker, but what I witnessed on Saturday has led me to do so.
I was out during the day and happened past the Bank of America at Union and 7th Ave. when I saw our sign ripper dart into the storefront ATM -- a private business -- and rip down the signs that were posted on the bulletin board there. The bulletin board, of course, has been provided by Bank of America to the community for exactly the purpose of hanging up signs. When this man ripped down the signs, someone who had just hung up one of those signs and was likely not familiar with this man got very angry (and rightfully so, I may add). He asked the autistic man why he had the right to enter a private business and tear down the signs that were hung up lawfully. The autistic man simply ran away before a larger fight could ensue, and it looked like some folks in the neighborhood intervened.
I don't blame the person who was irate. I don't see how or why this man is allowed to enter a private business to tear down signs (or destroy property). I understand his sister is protective but legal threats will not protect her brother if he starts breaking laws, trespassing or generally acting wrong. I understand he has problems, and if he wants to take down illegal signs, it doesn't bother me. But someone should make sure he is not entering businesses and taking down permissible signs.
Just my two cents. Thanks.
-VLM
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I totally agree.
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The Guy who hates the posted stuff is hater and sad.
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I wonder if he tears down for sale signs too. His family needs to take charge and teach him his actions are a no-no before someone does beat the crap out of him before realizing he probably does not know better.
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He tears down any sign and posters. The guy is seriously mentally ill, doesn't matter where or what it is, even if it's little Sally's lost cat flier or a police flier warning residents about a predator -- it gets ripped down and thrown on the floor (dude, recycle at least! ha!)
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