Starlet83 Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 Are they part of the obnoxious gang hanging round the kids play area in Norfolk Park, near the Guilford Avenue entrance? We decided to nip out this evening let the dog have a good run and let our son burn off some energy before bed. Someone recommended Norfolk Park so we decided to go for a change. As we just got onto the grass before the play area to the side of the building up there, we had to endure a kid of about 16 who took his top off and then made some shouts and grunts to try and get us to look at him. When we went down to the 3-6 year old play area the swings were full of youths about 13/14 yrs old all swearing and shouting (mainly girls) one was trying to start a fight with another girl. After about 5 minutes we decided to leave as we were really uncomfortable, just as we were getting ready to walk out a girl came to the side of us and began shouting across the park "Oi Oi, F OFF" at someone who was leaving. She was right next to my son so I said " Can you stop that, we've got a baby here for goodness sake". She straight away launched into another bout of abuse aimed at me. We just walked away when the youth from earlier appeared and asked "Who the ** do you think you are? Maybe I ought to take your ** car keys and show you how to drive it? Then I might just put your ** baby in the ** bin" As we were trying to get to the car he just continued to shout and swear at us making threats to us and our boy. I have rung 101 who put us straight thru to the police. They are going to get some patrols in the area and break the gang up. In total I would guess at about 15 or 16 youths in total aged about 13 to 16. Are these your kids? They need a few lessons in manners and respect. I just did not expect to have to endure that kind of abuse, some aimed at my 20 mth old son at 6.30pm on a weekday evening. That said when we first got to the grass 2 young boys came up to us ( the parents were just on the path) and asked if they could stroke the dog, they were really nice polite boys, very well mannered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mummytwo Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 It's a shame that when the majority of people have left the park these people show up. I've often seen kids around this age on the 3-6 year old play area during the day acting like fools. Not a good exampel to be setting for the young children who are around. They don't seem to care if they ruin things for others. But the way they were threatening your son is unbelievable! I hope the police take this seriously and get descriptions of all the youths. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starlet83 Posted July 5, 2012 Author Share Posted July 5, 2012 It's a shame that when the majority of people have left the park these people show up. I've often seen kids around this age on the 3-6 year old play area during the day acting like fools. Not a good exampel to be setting for the young children who are around. They don't seem to care if they ruin things for others. But the way they were threatening your son is unbelievable! I hope the police take this seriously and get descriptions of all the youths. Yes they did take descriptions, the call handler was really shocked that they were 16 at the oldest! She said she would get a patrol out as soon as possible. I know alot of the time they dont have anywhere to go and its mainly boredom but why ruin it for everyone else Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrs patching Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 This park needs regular patrols at all times. Out of all the parks this is my least favourite. I always used to feel nervous when i took my kids there. We stopped going when my daughter was spat at by another kid because she wouldnt get off the swing to let them get on . The parent laughed when my daughter cried. I'm afraid its the area and some of the people who live around there that brings the park down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mummytwo Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 I think it's more the fact theres not many people there at that time so they get to show off in front of their friends and threaten the odd people that are there. So they can up their status a bit. I know it will probably be said a lot, but I blame the parents. If my children were doing this, and threatening a baby of all things, I'd be absolutely disgusted! even if the parents don't know where they are they should be taught about manners, respect and basic social skills, rather than impressing their friends. They ruin it because they can, it wouldn't surprise me if they've been in trouble with the police before, though I won't just directly to the conclusion. I also wouldn't be surprised if alcohol was involved to be honest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eckolad Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 they really need teaching a good lesson Bring back the cane and give them a good beating Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mummytwo Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 This park needs regular patrols at all times. Out of all the parks this is my least favourite. I always used to feel nervous when i took my kids there. We stopped going when my daughter was spat at by another kid because she wouldnt get off the swing to let them get on . The parent laughed when my daughter cried. I'm afraid its the area and some of the people who live around there that brings the park down. I live around the area and I have to agree with you. Some of the people round here have absolutely no respect for anyone else and seem to think they own the place. I often get nervous about the park due to dogs. Most are okay, but there is always the odd owner who will allow his dog to charge my children and stand there shouting it back (once) before just standing there and waiting for it to return. Terrifies my boy and me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Convict Edd Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 Both my kids are tucked up in bed reading. Id be mortified if they had behaved in the way those scum did at the park. My first instinct would be to say, Talk to the parents but chances are thats where they learn this behavior from. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazza58 Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 sounds like a real tough guy shouting at you and your son, totally disgusting and you really shouldnt have to put up with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eckolad Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 sounds like a real tough guy shouting at you and your son, totally disgusting and you really shouldnt have to put up with it. I bet if you got him on his own without his mates, he would **** his pants I have often found that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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