That Was Nice (poor old sod)!

[walpurgis]

The fund raiser for Alan Barnes, the handicapped pensioner who was mugged.

http://www.itv.com/news/update/2015-02-01/alan-barnes-meets-woman-who-started-donation-page/




A thought: The intent was great and the results impressive. But I'm not sure it is necessarily for the best. The poor little guy is not exactly inconspicuous and you never know, some scumbag may target him now he's got a bit of dosh. Hope not.

[struth]

Yes he is a bit but with money and some help and a little time he will fade back to obscurity with a bit of luck. Then he can perhaps live in peace again(probably need to move though)
Nice jesture by the lass and all wh helped and contributed. I have to say I dont recall hearing anything much about the case.