On a more sober note, my daughter grew up as a runner and regularly endured attacks, such as the occasional beer bottle, firecracker or cherry bomb. Just two years ago as an adult, she was attacked my a man while running in a park in Los Angeles. Despite being an experienced runner, she was wearing headphones and the guy was able to sneak up on her. Fortunately, she escaped and with the assistance of a passing motorist, the culprit was arrested. Unfortunately, there were no witnesses to the actual attack. My daughter went to court on it but the judge let the attacker go free for lack of evidence.
I think maybe we should refer this one to the Runners Defense League. And then maybe move to Vancouver (must be something in the water up there). bob
