Yesterday, I managed to run out of gas. Walking along the highway to the gas station I found a womans pocket-book (purse) with all her info in it and credit cards, etc... So, I did what any good American would do... I picked it up, nosed through it, and then brought it on home with me and called the police to turn it in. Well well well, did I hear it from neighbors and friends. Telling me I should have left it there and telling me that I shouldn't have got involved. Telling me the state is going to accuse me of stealing it, etc... What do you think? Shouldn't people still try to help each other and do the right thing? I refuse to give up on this world just yet!
2006-10-17 21:32:52 · 12 answers · asked by J S 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
You did the right thing..you did the golden rule...what you would wish be done unto you if it would have been you who lost it.
Often the thief takes the money and throws away the rest. I think the police know this. The person would still like the other things back even if the money was taken.
Doing the right thing is planting a seed that brings a harvest of having a good character and self esteem.
By doing the right thing like you did, you are being kind to others and yourself. When I have had people return things, it make me feel very grateful.
Your friends and family seem kind of selfish and paranoid. Good people are still here...look to any disaster and you will see them show up, for example..
Be true to the values you were taught and that you absorbed as they are good ones..
2006-10-17 21:54:35 · answer #1 · answered by janie 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
If it is the right situation, I will help someone - if it is obvious to witnesses that I am being a good Samaritan. The other day, I was in a checkout lane at the supermarket when the guy in front of me unknowingly dropped his $10 bill. I picked it up and gave it back to him.
For me, it depends on where I find it. I need witnesses. I have to know what I'm doing. This wil not be a popular answer, but I would probably leave the purse or wallet alone and not get involved. I am more paranoid than most people.
This is a situation where you have to go with your instinct and know what you're doing. Have the best possible witnesses and be as honest as humanly possible. Always be ready to show them your valid ID.
2006-10-18 04:48:56 · answer #2 · answered by TarKettle 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I completely agree! The world needs a little more people like you around! What you could also have done is just drive over to the person's house (if they're not too far away), after you got your gas of course LOL, and given it to the poor woman LOL you'd probably get the biggest look of happiness ever. I know I'd be happy if someone came to my house and gave me my purse that I'd lost
2006-10-18 05:10:26 · answer #3 · answered by High On Life 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Maybe you did the right thing the wrong way. Your innocent and good-faith action could have implicated and entangled you. Next time, you should not take it home. Just call the police or the owner(if his/her phone no. is shown in the documents) from a public booth. Continue to help people, but do it safely.
2006-10-18 04:58:25 · answer #4 · answered by peaceman 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think the state is going to accuse you of stealing it
your neighbor and friends are a bunch of selfish
you done what you suppose to do
I will do the same..
2006-10-18 04:45:45 · answer #5 · answered by Charlie Brown 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Exactly sometimes you can't do right for wrong! I too would have picked it up and handed it in, that IS the right thing in my opinion...Just stick to your own values and don't be roped in by those who think they know best...It's a worry though as one day we are going to be in the minority! i've noticed that some people give you strange looks if u offer to help them out, as though there is an ulterior motive for being kind..what's that saying...it's every man for himself? How sad that is....
2006-10-18 04:44:26 · answer #6 · answered by Susie2 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
yea nice one but as long as all ther shi* is still in the purse why would u still be accused
2006-10-18 04:41:31 · answer #7 · answered by jason6x6x6 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
what?how could they accuse you of stealing?you did the right thing
2006-10-18 04:41:00 · answer #8 · answered by dianka(â?ªis a kidâ?ª)â?¢ 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Keep it up! Is because of people like you that this world is not completely screwed up...
2006-10-18 04:42:26 · answer #9 · answered by Quantum dream 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
you did the right thing
2006-10-18 04:41:22 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋