Gang took my bike last night!

Jeeeees...

I cycle this everyday and I think the same IC3 lads (yes I had to google it) tried the same thing with me.
I was absolutely flying and a lad stepped off the kurb away from his mates into my path with thievery and intent in his eyes. So I put some extra down through the peddles and held my line. He must've bottled it (obviously on account of my awesome power) and stepped back to the kurb.

I hope this isn't a trend emerging.

No offence, but, do not do this.

Single kick to the rear wheel as you are passing and youll be flying off your bike face first into the curb/barrier. Simply ride around them, signal a turn to car behind you and go into adjacent lane etc.