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No justice for Darcy Allan Sheppard

Posted on 2010/05/25 by kiwinerd

I’ve been in shock all day. Earlier this morning, the CBC tweeted the news that motorist Michael Bryant has had all charges against him withdrawn in the matter of his killing of bicyclist Darcy Allan Sheppard. O_O *stare of disbelief* … Continue reading →

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Best essay on Sheppard killing

Posted on 2009/09/09 by kiwinerd

Far and away the best essay I’ve read about Michael Bryant’s killing of Darcy Allan Sheppard is here. I would suggest that you go read it, but I have so much respect for the whole essay and its writer that … Continue reading →

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Bike death commentary

Posted on 2009/09/03 by kiwinerd

It seems everyone and their dog is offering commentary on the tragic death of Darcy Allan Sheppard. Unfortunately, a lot of it is hostile and ignorant. Some of the better sources include e.g. CBC story, Toronto Star editorial, local bike … Continue reading →

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MyBikeLane.com

Posted on 2009/08/23 by kiwinerd

One of the most awesome things about the internet is finding out in five seconds using Google that someone else has already built a web site that you needed ten minutes ago. Behold: MyBikeLane.com. I’ve made four contributions to the … Continue reading →

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O.P.P.!

Posted on 2009/08/21 by kiwinerd

Spotted outside the Athletic Centre on Harbord St: a “Highway Safety Division” O.P.P. patrol car: PS: for those who aren’t familiar, O.P.P. stands for Ontario Provincial Police. They give out speeding tickets on highways, among many other things. PPS: The … Continue reading →

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