Fortunately, I highly doubt that to be true at all.

Young man, you have some serious issues. Help is available if you have the courage to seek it. This forum is NOT the place to seek attention.

CAL ALERT. Time to banish another one.

Time to take out the trash.

Where have you been? I know reading that Larry Elders book.
Honestly I think Elders would make a better President than Obama.

I think I am in trouble with that one.

I have to get use to my school scheldue. I have to go back soon. Plus my other job. I want my summer back and I don't know where it went.

Have a good night. Great to see you on.

Now, I read something on here that Larry Elders is black. I have his new book, wow I never noticed. I didn't even notice the title. It doesn't matter anyway. Why I think he is almost up on my list with Hannity and Beck.

If more people would read Larry Elder's book maybe they might just understand the issues on both sides. This guy knows what he is talking about. He even backs it up. I am glad you told me about his book.

Thanks again.

Larry Elder has articles in this paper every once in a while. He has basically the same message as Bill Cosby. Most people don't want to hear the truth.

Larry has a new book out? What is the title?

I don't think there are any easy answers.

Have a good night.

Pretty short sighted thought you have there.

make bad NASCAR substitutes!

There is one for sale on Craigs List this morning...We need Shaggy and the Great Dane to solve this one!

The solution is pretty simple: PTC citizens should arm themselves.

These Dum Dum throwing criminal types would think twice if they thought that their victims might be packing their own Dum Dums to hurl back.

Remember: If Dum Dums are outlawed, only outlaws will have Dum Dums.

I prefer the "hollow-point" dum dums, myself.

They practically explode upon impact, rather than just spread out some.

If these carts went around town slinging these things at people, I'll just bet some of this reckless driving and robbery, and graffiti would cease!

I ordered mine!

What would a war be like if neither side had any dum-dums? Wouldn't be much of a war.

Wow. I just wanted to try to identify this kid so that he wouldn't hurt some worse next time. I know a little boy whose mom died in a golf cart accident. No fault; no teenagers involved - just an accident. Maybe the driver I'm seeking doesn't understand that a golf cart is a vehicle that can kill and not a bumper car. Or maybe he does and didn't care. I don't know.

If you read all of my posts, you'll see where Caitlin took the path through the Aquatic Center/Kedron parking lot so that the kids following her could take the multi-purpose/golf cart path up to Kedron Dr. She did not expect them to follow her through the parking lot and then through the tunnel - she was just continuing on her way home to Tyrone. She did not expect them to throw anything at her and her sister and then to slam them into a tree once stopped.

I understand that this kid may have a different version of the events. If so, why doesn't he identify himself and tell his side of the story? He had at least two passengers. Why aren't the three of them and their parents telling their side(s)? Why didn't they wait for the police to arrive instead of turning around and retreating once they realized Robin had fallen off the cart and been hurt? The police could then decide if this was a case of hit and run/assault with a deadly weapon or if both parties were guilty of poor judgment. Again, look at the pictures and decide - even if someone should SLOW DOWN or PULL OVER but doesn't, do they deserve to have their golf cart totalled and have their lives put at risk because a teenager "couldn't pass" (although, this one could have taken the path instead of the parking lot route or passed in the parking lot)? What if a little kid had been rounding the corner on a bike on the other side of the tunnel and been hit?

Caitlin's dad has given her lots of "could have/should have" scenarios, like getting a decal #, returning to a more populated area, etc. However, I still don't see anything that justifies this kind of attack.

You are right, I had not read your posts when I posted that. I apologize. The Munford article gives a completely different account, and does not mention the parking lot detour.
However, as you say, "What if a little kid had been rounding the corner on a bike on the other side of the tunnel and been hit?"
This is why, if someone is tailing you dangerously, you must PULL OVER and STOP. I doubt these girls were afraid of the teens on the other cart. Clearly, they could have stopped in the parking lot, (after calling 911, loudly). Racing on endangers you and others. That is and was my point.

Evidently, people aren't reading your postings thoroughly. If you will look at my other post, I stated that there was no reason to continue to follow them after they diverted from the original path. That they continued to follow only indicates to me that they were up to no good. What was the reason for throwing anything? And why ram them? Some people need to rethink their posts.

I'm glad I live in Billy Goat Acres rather than that "planned" city.
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I don't begrudge where you live. I happen to like it here, and I think the point was right on target. It's definitely a different kind of story.

I'm not bitter. In fact, I'm trying to figure out how my posting to "Main" gave you the impression that I was bitter.
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Perhaps traps could be set for the perps using lollipops as bait.

But just be sure that it's a blue dum dum.

I don't have too much to complain about regarding the paths. I've been here over 4 years and never had any troubles at all. I'm on them almost everyday.

But I agree, common courtesy goes a LONG way.

By law, a golf cart is suppose to make a noise when they come up behind you to pass. How often does this happen? Never! I have complained before on this site about teenagers and their attitude toward walkers and bikers on the paths. Walking around Lake Peachtree with my dog is at some times scary, and it's not just the teenage drivers.

Actullay PTC Munciple Code 78-96 states:

A warning or announcement shall be given by operators of golf carts and other users of the recreation paths, such as bicyclists and skaters, when approaching pedestrians from the rear. This warning or announcement may be verbal, but it is recommended that bicyclists and golf cart operators equip their vehicles with a warning device such as a horn or bell.
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So when they say "shall", is it required by law?

I believe you're correct. "Shall" is compulsory while "should" is not.
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Let me first say that I am a frequent carter, bike rider, and runner. So I can see all sides of this need to warn others when you are approaching from behind in a cart. However, I have found that the obnoxiously loud horn on my cart tends to scare walkers and runners more so than warn them of my impending approach. I usually get dirty looks looks and comments when I use the horn(as instructed). It tends to be taken the wrong way. As a runner, I try to keep my radio volume down and frequently glance back so as to avoid being surprised by a passing cart. I suggest others do the same, or at least not get ticked when you hear the horn blow.

Yep, people do ride bicycles but, I rarely ever ride on PTC paths. In fact, I prefer to ride through PTC on the roads. It's much safer.
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I ride the streets too my friend. I was hit by a car on the Parkway back in January. You really think it would be safe to bring my 6 yr old out on the streets, no, of course you dont. My point about bikes was that very few people get on a bike and ride in comparison to the number of golf carts. That in it self is a shame. I'm not going to change the world, but you can bet I will expect common courtesy while on the paths.

I'm sorry to hear about your January incident. If I may ask, what happened?
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I like to bike on the paths. There are arrogant cart drivers aplenty, but they are not going to run me off of those gorgeous trails.

I hear you, but you are ranting to the wind.

The parents don't care, they are just glad the kids aren't home for them to deal with. They don't care where they are.

The city officials don't care either. That is why they cut our cops pay and benefits and voted to give themselves a big fat raise.(that only Doug and Don deserve)

The cops are short by at least 8 last I heard because of the low pay and benefits.

The more accidents we have on the paths the more nothing changes. Good luck, be safe out there.

I realize I am ranting in the wind to an extent, but maybe I will make some people think about it next time they are out on the path system.

I have submitted some solutions to the Chief, and they include no cost/low cost ideas. I'll be putting pressure on any official that has the ability to help solve the problem we have on the paths and so should others that care about our city.

I am of the opinion that the driving age should be raised by at least two years anyway. As for the golf carts, I know that when I was fifteen years old I wasn't responsible enough to operate something like that and I highly doubt that there are many teens in Peachtree City who are.

Let us not forget about the number of kids riding around with their feet up, driving with one hand and talking on a cell phone.

Peachtree City (better yet Georgia)should make using a cell phone while operating a vehicle (of any kind) illegal and punishable with stiff fines. Most of these kids do not have the skills and experience behind the wheels and using something like a cell phone only makes matters worse.

for pre-teens to be driving the carts without their parents.

I agree Beekman! Although not nearly as serious as someone causing a golf cart accident, the grafitti has hit an all time high in my area. The tunnels and walls between the Kedron Kroger and North Cove/Kedron Hills are covered with profanity. A little more supervision on the paths might make a difference!

Hey, I suspect that is way too far from the police station for their golf cart!

The police appear to be doing something about it. The golf cart tunnel between Ardenlee and Kedron is frequently covered in graffiti from wanna-be gangsters. A few weeks ago, as I was driving through with my children, a group of detectives were there taking pictures and when I asked about it, they said they're looking into it. If you call the station and let them know about the graffiti in the tunnels and on the fences, they might come out there and take a look.

By the way, there's a gentleman who lives near there who paints over the graffiti every chance he gets - thank you! More of us should follow your example.