Bike smashed by a car in my apartment parking spot...

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pahoogawoo

Discussion Starter · Apr 29, 2012

Seriously WTF is wrong with people...
I get home tonight and 5 min later hear a big *crash* outside, run to the balcony and see that my bike is laying on its side, and some gray SUV is pulling away from it (from my parking spot) and about to drive off, i saw their licence plate partially (fucking paint on the letters was kinda worn out) looked like 742 MPN. I nearly jumped off my second story balcony to chase them... fuck this world...
Literally only been 2 months since i got the bike back from being repaired from the last hit and run... someone is seriously targeting me :'(
Now i'm thinking if i should maybe just try and get it as a write off and get some cash for it... having to fork $750 twice in a row for a bike that cost me $4200 2 years ago seems like maybe it isn't worth it...

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Pea Souper

· #21 · Apr 29, 2012

Francis said:
"It takes too long." They actually use that excuse and get away with it?

Jesus. BC's the worst for justice.

LOL The rules and regulations might be a little fucked up from time to time but its still the best place on the planet. Note: possession of alcohol is a capitol offence in some countries

klutch

· #22 · Apr 29, 2012

Pea Souper said:
Little known fact. If your hit and run rig is from out of province YOU ARE NOT COVERED. I.C.B.C. will only cover you if they do not know who is responsible. If you find the fucker that left the scene has out of province plates,LOOK AWAY . Weird rule those folks have but it fucked my nephew.

"Little known fact" cause it's dead wrong.

made Man

· #23 · Apr 30, 2012

what stops ICBC from paying him out and contacting/suing the insurance company of the party at fault?

klutch

· #24 · Apr 30, 2012

made Man said:
what stops ICBC from paying him out and contacting/suing the insurance company of the party at fault?

That's exactly what happens, contrary to the misinformation in this thread.

As a BC resident, if you weren't at fault in your accident and the driver that hit you was uninsured or it was a hit-and-run accident, you're entitled to damages from ICBC's Uninsured-Unidentified Motorist Protection Fund if your accident happened in an area of Canada or the United States where no similar fund exists to cover these claims. Medical-rehab costs that haven't been paid by ICBC or another insurer may be paid to you as part of your damages.

When an at-fault driver doesn't have enough liability insurance to pay your medical costs, or to compensate you to the degree that you're entitled, ICBC's Underinsured Motorist Protection (UMP) Fund will cover you for up to $1 million (or more, with extended UMP coverage) - provided you or someone in your household has a valid BC driver's license and doesn't owe money to ICBC. (You can also buy a stand-alone UMP policy.) Your UMP award will be reduced by any benefits you've received (or are entitled to) from any source, including Part 7 (no-fault) accident benefits; Uninsured-Unidentified Motorist Protection; and money from an at-fault driver or her insurer.

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Pea Souper

· #25 · Apr 30, 2012 (Edited)

klutch said:
That's exactly what happens, contrary to the misinformation in this thread.

As a BC resident, if you weren't at fault in your accident and the driver that hit you was uninsured or it was a hit-and-run accident, you're entitled to damages from ICBC's Uninsured-Unidentified Motorist Protection Fund if your accident happened in an area of Canada or the United States where no similar fund exists to cover these claims. Medical-rehab costs that haven't been paid by ICBC or another insurer may be paid to you as part of your damages.

When an at-fault driver doesn't have enough liability insurance to pay your medical costs, or to compensate you to the degree that you're entitled, ICBC's Underinsured Motorist Protection (UMP) Fund will cover you for up to $1 million (or more, with extended UMP coverage) - provided you or someone in your household has a valid BC driver's license and doesn't owe money to ICBC. (You can also buy a stand-alone UMP policy.) Your UMP award will be reduced by any benefits you've received (or are entitled to) from any source, including Part 7 (no-fault) accident benefits; Uninsured-Unidentified Motorist Protection; and money from an at-fault driver or her insurer.

I sure hope you are right on this Klutch. My nephew is still fighting with ICBC about this. They refuse to pay and it could be an employee that has "head up ass''. Or it could be that the current owner of said rig is under suspension. Not sure what the answer is but I sure hope you are right and it comes out in the wash. It has been several months now, still no joy. Is it possible that if there are no physical injuries only car damage they have an out?

pahoogawoo

Discussion Starter · #26 · Apr 30, 2012

klutch said:
"Little known fact" cause it's dead wrong.

Yea, it doesn't make sense that there is some weird loop hole where someone doesn't have to own up to hitting your vehicle...
Also, here's a pic of where i'm parked, there shouldn't really be any possibility that they would hit me (you can see their car pointed out by a red arrow lol). I am thinking it was drunk driving after a saturday night of partying, and that driver drove into my stall thinking it was somehow the entrance to the covered parking where they are parked... but seriously this was a hit and run fail, how do they expect to get away when they have to come back eventually... they live here -___-

Oh and not sure what's up with the van city police... i called with the proper licence and told them where the driver lives and all the info, and they told me they can't do anything and won't be contacting the person. Isn't doing a hit and run illegal? shouldn't they give a ticket, or investigate at all? Or is this really just in icbc's hands to go after their insurance? It just seems pretty messed up how little consequence their is to doing a hit and run, seems like it's easy enough to do and not have to worry about owning up for...

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aranay

· #27 · Apr 30, 2012

/\ so essentially what they're saying is that they won't investigate vehicle vandalism. Go start some kind of shit show at the VPD station and see what happens (I'm kidding, of course) get the cop's name and badge number (the one that told you they won't be doing anything about it) and don't leave it alone until you speak to a higher authority. Kind of makes me think there's a connection between the cop you talked to and the ass-hat that hit you. A bit of a long shot but that's how it smells

Pea Souper

· #28 · Apr 30, 2012

Police are less likely to help in a case of property damage. Icbc may be able to help you. Get your camera out and take a kabillion photos of all the impact areas on your bike and the dipshits rig. Pick your best 6 and eat a pound of honey,then go to your local ICBC claims office. They do not need police permission to charge an accident to another persons insurance. It may not work but wtf you can try. Whatever you do you better hope someone does not damage the dipshits car in the next few years, 'cause they will be all over you like a fat kid on a smartie.

bigdyno

· #29 · Apr 30, 2012

Little known fact: bolts that are used to seal in fluid, when cracked, will back out over time, draining said fluid. I'm just saying...

bandito

· #30 · Apr 30, 2012

I guess if you back into a bike and knock it over, but don't hear or feel anything because it's a very light unstable object... then it's NOT a hit and run.

You can only HIT AND RUN if you know you hit something. It would be very easy to bump a bike over that you didn't see, so the modus operandi when you do it is to just leave and pretend it didn't happen. Don't get out and look at it... someone might see you. Just pretend all is good and leave.

Then if they do catch you, you just claim you have no idea what they are talking about... and you are pretty good to go.

made Man

· #31 · Apr 30, 2012

bigdyno said:
Little known fact: bolts that are used to seal in fluid, when cracked, will back out over time, draining said fluid. I'm just saying...

just what we need. more fluid leaking shitboxes leaving slippery crap all over the road.

think before you do. could you be washing out because of it.

pahoogawoo

Discussion Starter · #32 · Apr 30, 2012

made Man said:
just what we need. more fluid leaking shitboxes leaving slippery crap all over the road.

think before you do. could you be washing out because of it.

lol, yea agreed O___o

Chick came and knocked on my door today and apologized for hitting my bike last night. She said it was dark and she couldn't see anything, and when she hit it she freaked out and was screaming and crying and drove away lollll. Anyways, she called icbc as well and let them know she did it and looks like most of it will be sorted out on monday

All's well that ends well

millski

· #33 · Apr 30, 2012

pahoogawoo said:
lol, yea agreed O___o

Chick came and knocked on my door today and apologized for hitting my bike last night. She said it was dark and she couldn't see anything, and when she hit it she freaked out and was screaming and crying and drove away lollll. Anyways, she called icbc as well and let them know she did it and looks like most of it will be sorted out on monday All's well that ends well

finally, someone who takes ownership for their actions. Bad that she took off at the time but good that she did own up.

Grapes

· #34 · Apr 30, 2012

pahoogawoo said:
lol, yea agreed O___o

Chick came and knocked on my door today and apologized for hitting my bike last night. She said it was dark and she couldn't see anything, and when she hit it she freaked out and was screaming and crying and drove away lollll. Anyways, she called icbc as well and let them know she did it and looks like most of it will be sorted out on monday All's well that ends well

Thank the Lord, you're on your way to a proper resolution! Too bad bikes aren't as invisible to cops as they are to everyone else.

Socialenemy69

· #35 · Apr 30, 2012

Glad the person took ownership for the their actions.

According to an ICBC fraud investigator they can do a lot with a partial plate. ie there was an attempted child abduction where they had a truck make, colour and partial plate. Within 45 minutes ICBC handed the police a list of possible matches. A hit and run on the other hand might not be a high priority case or the people might just be too lazy.

superhewo

· #36 · Apr 30, 2012

hit and run

i had my bike almost in the same situation, some 1 backed into it, and pushed it up a curb. Luckily i had witnesses, that drew a nice picture for me with the culprits license plate number.

I had to call icbc, then call the NON EMERGENCY line for 911.

had an officer call me back, and said they have the plate number, they know who it is, and will be speaking with them shortly.

make sure you get your bike checked out!

Sikorsky

· #37 · Apr 30, 2012

pahoogawoo said:
lol, yea agreed O___o

Chick came and knocked on my door today and apologized for hitting my bike last night. She said it was dark and she couldn't see anything, and when she hit it she freaked out and was screaming and crying and drove away lollll. Anyways, she called icbc as well and let them know she did it and looks like most of it will be sorted out on monday All's well that ends well

That's awesome news. So glad to hear it worked out good.

VPD's reaction was disgusting. I'd be sending emails and working the phones followed up by a visit to the front desk. Until someone took some statements and gave me a file number, I wouldn't stop. Property damage and the offending party located yet they still say they won't attend? Very poor service.

alex_wan

· #38 · Apr 30, 2012

Pea Souper said:
... My nephew is still fighting with ICBC about this. They refuse to pay and it could be an employee that has "head up ass''. Or it could be that the current owner of said rig is under suspension. Not sure what the answer is but I sure hope you are right and it comes out in the wash. It has been several months now, still no joy. Is it possible that if there are no physical injuries only car damage they have an out?

ICBC... I think they are not always easy to deal with, according to the consumer reviews: Consumer Reviews for ICBC auto insurance
Good luck!

Good Karma

· #39 · Apr 30, 2012

Get a couple of bright orange cones and put them at the back side of your spot.

You can ride your bike in and the cars can see the cones before they see and/or hit your bike

Islesfan91

· #40 · Apr 30, 2012

Sikorsky said:
That's awesome news. So glad to hear it worked out good.

VPD's reaction was disgusting. I'd be sending emails and working the phones followed up by a visit to the front desk. Until someone took some statements and gave me a file number, I wouldn't stop. Property damage and the offending party located yet they still say they won't attend? Very poor service.

see this is where I don't understand how the police operate. You have done all the work for them and they wouldn't help you. In our case, back in October at our old place we had a break-in where a window was smashed, yet nothing was taken and the only bit of damage was to our laptop cooling pad. We figure the guy who broke in picked up the laptop, heard the pets in the bedroom and thought someone was home, dropped the laptop on the couch and stepped on the cooling pad on his way out the door. Now, my girlfriend got home, called the cops and called me. I was in the middle of my motorcycle course but came home to help board up the window and she was pretty upset.

So I figure, a break in where nothing was taken, we'll get a token response from police and that'll be the end of it, right? I get home to find one cop already there and waiting for their crime unit to show up AND FINGERPRINT THE LAPTOP

Are you kidding me? Nothing was taken and I've had two prior break ins years ago at a different place where things were taken and I got less help. So within 30 minutes of me arriving home, we had two techs fingerprinting the window, the coffee table and the laptop. They were there for a good two hours and that tied up three officers. In your case, you provided them with the details and the info for the person who hit your bike and they wouldn't do anything about it? How in the world does this make sense?

we had little to no damage to deal with (landlord had to take care of the window and the cooling pad was a piece of crap anyway) and got three officers and fingerprint detail, yet you get no help at all? To give you a further example, on one of my earlier break ins I got home a couple of minutes after the cop had arrived, about 7 minutes after the alarm was triggered, front door is wide open, yet somehow I'm the one who goes into the house first while the guy with the gun is waiting outside? The cop was looking over the fence into the backyard when I got there and hadn't bothered to go into the house even with the door wide open.

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