StoneMtn Posted February 6, 2007 Report Share Posted February 6, 2007 I have a question. You probably heard about a car-theft yesterday in Oakville, during which a thief accidentally took an infant who was within a running mini-van that was warming up in a driveway. Today, the morning deejay on the radio was commenting on this story, and he said that we need a system here "like in Winnipeg, where there is honour among thieves" and he went on to explain that in Winnipeg, thieves will not steal a running car during winter, out of respect for people and the extreme cold of that city.I find that hard to believe. Is it possible that the same group of losers who have no respect for personal property, do have enough "honour" that they would not steal a car warming up during the cold season?Anyone ever live in Winnipeg who can comment? (I don't think Ottawa is anywhere near as cold as the 'Peg, so I don't think Ottawa-comments will help, but if any of you have ever heard of this "honour among thieves" in Ottawa, too, feel free to share...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esau. Posted February 6, 2007 Report Share Posted February 6, 2007 I can't speak for Winnipeg, but I remember being told the same thing while in Whitehorse years back. It was brought up when we had inquired about the truck dealership selling blockheaters and extension cords with each truck.I can't say I totally believe it though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popo weenie Posted February 6, 2007 Report Share Posted February 6, 2007 who in their right mind would leave a baby in the car alone while it is running or what ever, no sence at all,some people really get to me doing a friggen thing like that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popo weenie Posted February 6, 2007 Report Share Posted February 6, 2007 how can you accidently take a child? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StoneMtn Posted February 6, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 6, 2007 The child was inside the vehicle when it was stolen. The intention was to steal the vehicle; not to kidnap the child. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Low Roller Posted February 6, 2007 Report Share Posted February 6, 2007 So from a legal point of view, the car thief won't be charged with kidnapping if caught?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patchoulia Posted February 6, 2007 Report Share Posted February 6, 2007 Most people who live in climates like Winnipeg carry an extra key so they can leave the car running when it's extremely cold and yet still lock the doors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timouse Posted February 6, 2007 Report Share Posted February 6, 2007 Most people who live in climates like Winnipeg carry an extra key so they can leave the car running when it's extremely cold and yet still lock the doors.ding! ding!i have family in winnipeg, they all have block heaters and spare keys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaimoe Posted February 6, 2007 Report Share Posted February 6, 2007 Also StoneMtn, the source for your post was a DJ. 'Nuff said. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popo weenie Posted February 6, 2007 Report Share Posted February 6, 2007 The child was inside the vehicle when it was stolen. The intention was to steal the vehicle; not to kidnap the child. i know but he could have looked inside hope he does,nt get off with it , abduction is what it is right or wrong plus stealing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StoneMtn Posted February 6, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 6, 2007 Really? What about the apparent lack of mens rea? I think that could be enough for an acquittal, but what do I know? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popo weenie Posted February 6, 2007 Report Share Posted February 6, 2007 Really? What about the apparent lack of mens rea?what does that mean? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StoneMtn Posted February 6, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 6, 2007 http://www.duhaime.org/dictionary/dict-m.aspx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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