Legal advice... Robbed by 2 black males 1 white female and one blck female

I was recently answered an ad and decided to meet at the providers incall, then I was confronted by 2 black males and the white providers friends. They tried to blackmail me by putting me on video but I said nothing and I fought my way out the exit while it was being blocked by some 1 of black males. I was only punched once when I was running to the car thank god he missed the other 5 punches. But I'm glad I escaped. There was someone in the area that witnessed it and was calling 911. I just left the area.. I was wondering if it would be wise to report this crime to the police. I do not know if I will incriminate myself for solicitation of prostitute. I know the and name of one of the people that robbed me and can provide pictures of the other perpetrators. But don't know if it would be wise to report this crime in confidential manner to give the information on these individuals. What should I do?? I do not know I'm still traumatized over it because I could of been killed or severally beaten over a few dollars. Should I just let this go?? What do I think a logical course of action would be??

I would let it go. That sucks man. Scary stuff, glad you are okay. As long as you didn't admit to the police why you were going to see the provider, you should be fine. Then again, who knows? Best to leave it alone. If they somehow get ahold of you, I am assuming you were just going to hang out and spend time with this provider right? That's what I'd say. The guys who tried to rob you likely don't know your name. If you call the cops, then both the cops and the thugs would know you. Are you likely to even get them convicted or just have the police sniffing around because of the incident? I would learn from this one and move on.

I just wanted to give an anonymous tip so the cops know of there activity. there is no way they know who I am I used a burner phone. But I know who they are..

Only you can decide whether to make a report. If you are the type of person who'd lose sleep worrying that these thugs might rob, hurt, or even kill other victims, then go to the police. The cops won't care that you were there to see a hooker. They'll only care about capturing the thug posse. Personally, I believe in the Hobbyist's Golden Rule: We should watch each others' backs.

On the other hand, if you're a nihilist who doesn't give a shit about anyone but yourself, forget it and move on.

You could hire a lawyer to relay the information to the police, or to go with you to make the report. That should ease your mind.

btw, why did you mention the race of your assailants? It's completely irrelevant.

Have you posted an alert on this provider and her thugs on the board for whatever city this took place?

Even if you don't report to the police (though I think you should), other hobbyists should know about the potential consequences of scheduling with this provider.

Only you can decide whether to make a report. If you are the type of person who'd lose sleep worrying that these thugs might rob, hurt, or even kill other victims, then go to the police. The cops won't care that you were there to see a hooker. They'll only care about capturing the thug posse. Personally, I believe in the Hobbyist's Golden Rule: We should watch each others' backs.

On the other hand, if you're a nihilist who doesn't give a shit about anyone but yourself, forget it and move on.

You could hire a lawyer to relay the information to the police, or to go with you to make the report. That should ease your mind.

btw, why did you mention the race of your assailants? It's completely irrelevant. Originally Posted by ShysterJon

That's wut is usually described in criminal cases age sex and race. I just wanted to be as descriptive as possible. Is there any way to report this crime without involving me or my identity, i just want to prevent them from doing it again or at least scare them from doing it again. I know their full name and have pictures of all the criminals that robbed me. I just don't want to be a target in the area because I know for a fact, they are in a gang from the resources I secured online. all they have is a video of me but I did not say anything just fought my way out the door. But, I know who they are and their identities and where they work and live so I can give a detailed tip to the police along with pictures but do not know if this is even possible to remain anonymous.

Maybe I am somewhat terrified if I have to testify against them thwn they will have my identity and then everyone will know I am a hobbyist. Which is frowned upon by the community.

Sure, you can pack all your evidence in an envelope and mail it to the relevant police department.

The likelihood of you publicly testifying is slim -- maybe one in a hundred.

Sure, you can pack all your evidence in an envelope and mail it to the relevant police department.

The likelihood of you publicly testifying is slim -- maybe one in a hundred. Originally Posted by ShysterJon

Could I please pm u my idea how I want to deliver the evidence and not incriminate myself but just tip the police..

Yes.

Why have you not posted the ad on here to alert others?

The race seemed relevant to me. A piece of information I'd want to know. Maybe there is a trend with robberies throughout our country.

Only you can decide whether to make a report. If you are the type of person who'd lose sleep worrying that these thugs might rob, hurt, or even kill other victims, then go to the police. The cops won't care that you were there to see a hooker. They'll only care about capturing the thug posse. Personally, I believe in the Hobbyist's Golden Rule: We should watch each others' backs.

On the other hand, if you're a nihilist who doesn't give a shit about anyone but yourself, forget it and move on.

You could hire a lawyer to relay the information to the police, or to go with you to make the report. That should ease your mind.

btw, why did you mention the race of your assailants? It's completely irrelevant. Originally Posted by ShysterJon

The race seemed relevant to me. A piece of information I'd want to know. Maybe there is a trend with robberies throughout our country. Originally Posted by scottstevens

Once the OP explained, I agreed.

About the o.p. who has been on this board more than 4 years:

Based on available data -- six NO reviews in 12 months plus the experience related above -- might be time for the o.p. to rethink his entire hobby style.

Sorry I am for his latest experience, and I am not questioning its validity.

But his research methods (mainly backpage!) show an obvious lack of success leading me to believe imo that he should either quit trying to hobby in Binghampton NY or figure out a way to "import" some quality providers to improve his batting average. Or hobby in a distant community where the targets of opportunity are more quality oriented.

ijs

Thank You op for re evaluating my past success, I did have a regular, but I enjoyed the take one for the teams and those were the ones I was reviewing so I could save other members hard earned money, Never in a million years did I think my area Binghamton, would do this sort of thing robbery of a person during the day. I'm just glad I go away because I know they would of held me there longer and I would of been severely beaten or hurt. I had to fight my way out of the door. I will no longer be doing this after this incident, Its just not worth it. anymore. I was getting too arrogant and though I knew everything and felt like this one was legit and it could of been a gem. but it ended up to be my worst nightmare. I am very conflicted whether I want to report this to the police or not because they do have a video image of me. but I am fully clothed and did not say anything in the video.

About the o.p. who has been on this board more than 4 years:

Based on available data -- six NO reviews in 12 months plus the experience related above -- might be time for the o.p. to rethink his entire hobby style.

Sorry I am for his latest experience, and I am not questioning its validity.

But his research methods (mainly backpage!) show an obvious lack of success leading me to believe imo that he should either quit trying to hobby in Binghampton NY or figure out a way to "import" some quality providers to improve his batting average. Or hobby in a distant community where the targets of opportunity are more quality oriented.

ijs Originally Posted by ck1942