Powerbook problems in Bethnal Green

stolen-powerbook · Joined: 02 Mar 2006 Posts: 4

Congratulations to the thieves that have broken into our Bethnal Green (London, UK) flat not once, but twice in a 6 month period. You hit the jackpot this time. Not only did you get my 15” G4 Powerbook, but you also got my flatmate’s brand new Dell – which was a replacement for the when you broke in 5 months earlier (September 2005) earlier and robbed us.

Fortunately, I was lucky enough to have my (old, pictured) Powerbook at work with me so it didn’t get stolen. I was not so lucky this time. The computer that I got for Christmas 2005 was stolen. Hey, we got a Chubb (double lock) and we took precautions. How were we supposed to know that you would use a CHAINSAW AND DRILL TO CUT THROUGH THE METAL BARS AND BREAK IN THROUGH THE WINDOW?

And how considerate of you to put the chain on the door so we couldn’t get in!

My laptop was "hidden" underneath the covers of my bed. It was lying right next to my vibrator. At the very least THANK YOU FOR NOT STEALING MY VIBRATOR AS WELL! As I can honestly say, it’s brought me more enjoyment than my computer (if only my computer cost as much as the Rampant Rabbit Thruster)

You also stole my iSight camera (Serial 6M5492EPSGK) and my Olypmus C-730 Camera purchased last week. And if I get home and my $100 Apple Gift Card is gone too I’m gonna throw a strop!

We have also informed Apple UK & USA of the laptop serial number (W85422JKU34). And now, of course, this laptop is recorded as STOLEN on Apple's international database meaning that it can not be repaired by an Apple Service Centre anywhere in the world. If the laptop is dropped at an Apple Service Centre then Apple will notify the local police and the laptop will be seized.

The Powerbook is easily identifiable because there is something (I won’t say what) clearly visible on the underside of the machine.

Ok, so this post may not get my laptop back. But maybe I have put a smile on someone’s face because I’ve had such a sh*t day.

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ant1 · Guest

where about in bethnal green?, i might be able to help u

stolen-powerbook · Joined: 02 Mar 2006 Posts: 4

Bethanl Green. On Corfield STreet - not far from the McDonalds off Bethnal GreenRoad.

sharryn · Guest

god that would been a sin if they would of stolen ya rampant rabbit. no more hours of enjoyment well ya can keep it lmao, coz if they come back and ya catch them ya can ram it straight up the arse on full power lmao sorry i found it funny, on a serious note, why dont you move hun, bethnal green not the nicest of places, come to Romofrd so much nicer, nicer people--- Very Happy

you take care now xx

stolen-powerbook · Joined: 02 Mar 2006 Posts: 4

i'm moving out of bethnal green faster than you can say reggie kray!

Masked Crusader · Joined: 26 Feb 2006 Posts: 345

That sucks big time Sad

Tararua · Joined: 10 Feb 2006 Posts: 42 Location: Worldwide

Hmmmm......Really hope you're insured. It's not all bad if you are.....at least you'll be able to buy one of those new insane intel powerbooks.

karl · Guest

ive got a g4 lap top 4 sale, but its not ur one.

fred · Guest

Tahirkrs · Guest

Sorry to hear about the old thieving pikeys, we get them up here all the time!!

I have a G5 powerbook for sale if ur interested.

thanks Tahir

Tahirkrs · Guest

Sorry its a G4 not G5! Let me know if ur interested.

Tahirkrs · Guest

Sorry its a G4 not G5! Let me know if ur interested.

cullwock · Guest

Time to move out!

I live in the same street, and what is going on here is not for real any longer. I have seen 5 smashed car windows, in one year! Me and my flat were beaten up, on two separate occasions -- he now has a metal bar in his jaw, I got away with a broken nose. There are signs all over warning potential thieves about the police being on alert -- how that is meant to work in a cul-de-sac street is a mistery to me. Anyway, when some crazy woman was beating our door trying to knock it down, I had to call the police three times, only to be told they don't have the resources to come, just because some maniac is outside my door knocking out the hinges. Be sure -- I'm glad to go...

Oh, and this is only in addition to three stolen bikes (in one year!), all locked, two inside the house; and a junkey living underneath the stairs and blowing out the electricity with the needles he hid behind the power box.

Otherwise, nice area.

Switch · Joined: 10 Mar 2006 Posts: 315

pablo_pl · Guest

What do you do folks to get all this s***? I have been living here for last 3 years and is ok. But maybe because I'm a Pole.

PlayaEyez · Joined: 17 May 2006 Posts: 8 Location: London

hey stolen notebook
if ur gonna write articles like that u should get robbed more often.
funniest thing i've read in ages!!!!!!!

ps..........on the other hand..........ive had my place broken into and its not a nice thing picking up the pieces

stolen-powerbook · Joined: 02 Mar 2006 Posts: 4

Thanks for all your support.

I got an insurance pay out. I have also moved out. I now live by Baker Street. Perhaps if I'm burgeled again, I can get Sherlock Holmes on the case Smile

Now, if I can only find a way to De-authorize that stolen powerbook so I can use my iTunes again! Oy vey!

PlayaEyez · Joined: 17 May 2006 Posts: 8 Location: London

Hey I think there may be a way to retrieve all your tracks from your ipod if that’s what you originally had on your itunes. I’ve heard of a specific programme which you can get which ‘helps’ the transfer from ipod to itunes rather than the other way round.
Let me know if you want further details and I’ll look into it for you.

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