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Woman Acts Like She Owns A Park, Gets Owned By The Police That She Called Herself
The very thought of not having a safe place to call home is hard enough to imagine. But for many homeless people, it’s a daily reality, made even worse by the constant risks of violence, assault, and harsh judgment from others.
The man in this Reddit story found himself on the receiving end of this when one entitled woman spotted him in the park and decided he didn’t belong there. She berated and harassed him, going so far as to call the cops to have him removed. No need to worry though—karma made sure she got exactly what she deserved.
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But the universe quickly stepped in to set things right
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People experiencing homelessness face constant threats of violence
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Among the many heartbreaking realities of homelessness, Tim’s story stands out as a rare beacon of hope. But for most people without stable shelter, the challenges continue to grow worse, especially for those who have no choice but to sleep outside.
Research by Crisis, a UK-based homelessness charity, reveals just how dangerous life on the streets can be. Rough sleepers are nearly 17 times more likely to be victims of violence and 15 times more likely to face verbal abuse than the general public.
In a survey of 458 homeless people, nearly 80% reported experiencing some form of violence, abuse, or anti-social behavior—often at the hands of strangers. And 66% said their situation on the streets is only getting more difficult.
Sadly, over one-third of homeless individuals have been deliberately hit, kicked, or attacked in some way, while an equal number have had objects thrown at them. Adding to this, 1 in 20 have been victims of sexual assault.
“Sleeping on the street is terrifying,” says Andy O’Rourke, a former homeless individual and now a support worker for Crisis. “You feel vulnerable anyway, but for that to happen, and for people to be laughing—it makes it hard to maintain your sense of self. It becomes easy to believe that you are just some rubbish on the street, for people to treat however they want.”
Though Andy left homelessness behind years ago, that fear has never truly left him. “It’s strange but I can still feel it, in the pit of my stomach,” he shares. “There is a level of cold that stays with you. I still feel it sometimes, in my bones, even now. It’s a despairing cold, as though no matter what happens, you won’t get warm again.”
How you can help those in need
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As temperatures continue to drop with mid-October upon us, the dangers of cold weather can become life-threatening. DENS, a homeless charity, suggests a few simple ways you can help someone suffering in these conditions:
- Start with a hello: Rough sleeping can be incredibly isolating. A kind word or acknowledgment can go a long way, and you can ask if the person needs help.
- Offer a hot drink or food: A warm, nourishing meal or beverage can make the cold feel more bearable, even if it’s just for an hour.
- Provide extra layers: Consider donating a coat, blanket, socks, or other items, if the homeless individual is open to it.
- Contact local services: If you’re worried about someone sleeping outside, contact your local council or a homelessness charity, as emergency shelters often open in extreme weather.
In a world where kindness sometimes feels in short supply, small gestures can make a big difference for someone struggling to survive.
People in the comments were happy to hear about the outcome, and by the looks of it, faith in humanity was restored
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Skogsrået 1 year ago
I will never understand how some people can have so little compassion for a person in need or just enjoys kicking on someone that is already down.
Greenmantle 1 year ago
I don't know much about the philosophy of yoga, but I'm pretty sure she completely missed the point.
Hisseefit 1 year ago
It isn't a crime to be poor. When they become homeless, cities don't want to see them. Problem is, where are they supposed to go? My city won't let them in the city. Problem is, all their support is downtown. Warming shelters, downtown. We need to do better. We have housing, but not enough.
L Coffeen 12 months ago
In a lot of cities it's a crime to be homeless. It's truly disgusting.
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Peter Bear 1 year ago
And the worst part is, right here in sunshine-y Florida, it's now ILLEGAL to be homeless. Never mind that Florida also has some of the highest cost-of-living and worst wages in the entire country. It's pure, unadulterated cruelty for the sake of being cruel. And if it happened here, it can and will happen elsewhere. So find the politicians who are pushing this kind of cruelty... and vote them OUT.
brandyy17 1 year ago
in the town i used to live in there was a homeless man named leonard. he was the sweetest man and everyone called him leo. the only thing he had was his beat up car that didnt even work anymore. the shopping outlet he hung out near had a tow truck bring his car into the starbucks parking lot just so he could always have a safe place to sleep. all the stores and little food places always treated him to food or things he may need. the 7/11 employee break room bathroom was always available to him. everyone would chat with him and even give him money every now and then. he never asked for a thing just like tim. i would always spend time with leo. id bring 2 folding chairs and just sit with him for hours. id buy him lunch of his choice, get him coffee etc. the problem of all this was this 1 horrific woman and her family. my parents stayed away from homeless ppl and looked down on them but they never acted like that towards leo. my dad was the one who paid for leo's car to b towed into the parking lot. my mom made him home cooked meals occassionally. but this one family moved into the neighborhood. they had money and flaunted it. wen they saw leo they were disgusted cuz it was a very nice neighborhood. they tried getting rid of him so many times but failed bc leo was a loved by all member of the community. all the cops, teachers, fire fighters, business owners everyone would spend time with him. it wasnt until the cops finally had enough and told them the truth about leo and the home they moved into. the house they moved into was the biggest and most expensive. however wen i was 5 that house burnt to the ground and home owner was injured and in a coma for 3 months covered in burns. that home owner was leo. he lost everything in that fire and all his money went to medical bills and the reconstruction of the house. the problem was he could no longer work so he was living off disability and living with a friend. eventually he lost disability all bc he had no actual address. once the house was rebuilt leo had learned he could no longer afford it nor could he just live with his friend. his car was the only thing the fire didnt take and since he owned it it wasnt taken away. he had no family so he ended up homeless. its like he was adopted by the town over time. he was always happy bc of his current situation. he unfortunately passed last year at the age of 87. town held a funeral and had a statue made of him and at the bottom his name and the words "loved by all". anyways that family ended up moving cuz they didnt like that they were living in a homeless man's former house. they were that bad. community saw them moving as a blessing tho. leo no longer had to deal with their harassment. moral of the story is dont b an entitled b***h or prick
Skogsrået 1 year ago
I will never understand how some people can have so little compassion for a person in need or just enjoys kicking on someone that is already down.
Greenmantle 1 year ago
I don't know much about the philosophy of yoga, but I'm pretty sure she completely missed the point.
Hisseefit 1 year ago
It isn't a crime to be poor. When they become homeless, cities don't want to see them. Problem is, where are they supposed to go? My city won't let them in the city. Problem is, all their support is downtown. Warming shelters, downtown. We need to do better. We have housing, but not enough.
L Coffeen 12 months ago
In a lot of cities it's a crime to be homeless. It's truly disgusting.
Load More Replies... Peter Bear 1 year ago
And the worst part is, right here in sunshine-y Florida, it's now ILLEGAL to be homeless. Never mind that Florida also has some of the highest cost-of-living and worst wages in the entire country. It's pure, unadulterated cruelty for the sake of being cruel. And if it happened here, it can and will happen elsewhere. So find the politicians who are pushing this kind of cruelty... and vote them OUT.
brandyy17 1 year ago
in the town i used to live in there was a homeless man named leonard. he was the sweetest man and everyone called him leo. the only thing he had was his beat up car that didnt even work anymore. the shopping outlet he hung out near had a tow truck bring his car into the starbucks parking lot just so he could always have a safe place to sleep. all the stores and little food places always treated him to food or things he may need. the 7/11 employee break room bathroom was always available to him. everyone would chat with him and even give him money every now and then. he never asked for a thing just like tim. i would always spend time with leo. id bring 2 folding chairs and just sit with him for hours. id buy him lunch of his choice, get him coffee etc. the problem of all this was this 1 horrific woman and her family. my parents stayed away from homeless ppl and looked down on them but they never acted like that towards leo. my dad was the one who paid for leo's car to b towed into the parking lot. my mom made him home cooked meals occassionally. but this one family moved into the neighborhood. they had money and flaunted it. wen they saw leo they were disgusted cuz it was a very nice neighborhood. they tried getting rid of him so many times but failed bc leo was a loved by all member of the community. all the cops, teachers, fire fighters, business owners everyone would spend time with him. it wasnt until the cops finally had enough and told them the truth about leo and the home they moved into. the house they moved into was the biggest and most expensive. however wen i was 5 that house burnt to the ground and home owner was injured and in a coma for 3 months covered in burns. that home owner was leo. he lost everything in that fire and all his money went to medical bills and the reconstruction of the house. the problem was he could no longer work so he was living off disability and living with a friend. eventually he lost disability all bc he had no actual address. once the house was rebuilt leo had learned he could no longer afford it nor could he just live with his friend. his car was the only thing the fire didnt take and since he owned it it wasnt taken away. he had no family so he ended up homeless. its like he was adopted by the town over time. he was always happy bc of his current situation. he unfortunately passed last year at the age of 87. town held a funeral and had a statue made of him and at the bottom his name and the words "loved by all". anyways that family ended up moving cuz they didnt like that they were living in a homeless man's former house. they were that bad. community saw them moving as a blessing tho. leo no longer had to deal with their harassment. moral of the story is dont b an entitled b***h or prick
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