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This is what I'm thinking, how can I spread the word locally that if your bike has been stolen downtown, theres a 3/4 chance its being scalped by tweakers who hang out at the same place. Its right in the heart of downtown where all the bus lines meet. This is also in Seattle, WA USA. Should I tell a bike cop on duty when I go back tonight, they might have more regard for bike related crimes? But honestly the operator who called me three hours later seemed more relieved i didn't need their help anymore rather then I got my bike back.
Maybe I will donate my actual U lock as a new necklace to the tweaker tonight if he's asleep. I think it will be a good 0ld fashioned public shaming walking around with a u lock around your neck with the words, "I AM A BIKE THEIF" written around it.
I think you should report the location where you took the bike back.
Please do this to the Met cycle team, not just some bored desk sgt. They are on twitter, also have posted on here before. @OliverSchick on here from Hackney LCC may be able to give you more direct contact.
Please do report them!