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I shouldn't have to pay, I agree, but it was my own stupidity I am paying for, had I locked it up I would not have had any of this grief.
In addition, don't want to get into a confrontation with the guy and all the nonsense that that will bring. Maybe Mr. Fixit..........
I have informed the police about what we did, have a description of John for the police. But the best they can get him for is possession of stolen property, a tap on the wrist and off he goes to steal another bike. Jail is not the right place for this guy as jail is a goofy idea for all but the worst, putting all the bad guys together in one place and then let them out. Hmmmm wonder what happens next????
Tag him and he will take the tag off and go steal another bike.
I am getting off track, I have my bike back without any fuss and that is most important. If the police, lawyers and courts can get it together to impose some sensible penalty and maybe order him to pay me back then fine. I can wait.
A bit of I lost the battle but might win the war type thinking. Also lesson learned.
Is it right, is it fair, not a chance but it is the place we are at.