ANGRY Man DEMANDS I Leave The Property While Calling Me A TERRORIST
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- Опубліковано 22 вер 2024
- This was one of the craziest properties I've ever done. While mowing this empty corner lot, this very angry man approached me an things spiraled out of control. Once he called me a terrorist I knew things would not end well.
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He's mentally ill - probably suffers from paranoia and who knows what else. You did a great job of deescalating the situation and being respectful.
The work you did get done looks nice even though not finished. Just by cleaning the curbside at least the water can flow as intended by design. Not going to lie, that old codger was mean. ♥️👍
I agree 100%! This was a good video for me to watch as I become so frustrated seeing areas in my neighborhood that aren't being maintained, and some are vacant lots. Now I can understand why some areas aren't cleaned up by helpful people. In the past I have cleaned up some little areas in my neighborhood (no equipment, just pulling weeds or cleaning up trash) and I have been so nervous doing it - afraid someone will do something.
I tend to agree with you this man is mentally ill.
VET. Even
Bought on by himself!! Recreational drugs no doubt!! Self inflicted, no sympathy!! Drain on society. 🇬🇧🖕
Bud, I was a police officer for 32 years. You experienced what I saw DAILY! Many times multiple times daily. You were simply touched by one of the many fruits that this country has in its basket! That man has a story. Be it demented, alcohol, drugs, or just general metal instability of so many kinds…my guess, being you did knock on his door, without an answer, worked for a very long time without him coming out, and then his demeanor…take into consideration the condition of his house, looks like one vehicle, thin and drawn out, the way he stood bent mid section…I say Alcohol…second could be dementia but I’m betting on hard core alcoholic. Dealt with thousands..just like this guy.
You’re doing God’s work bud..don’t let this deter you! There are so many sad, sorry people out there. You just had to end up tangled up with one!
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Dingus
He was definitely a shitty old drunk.
Thank you for your service of 32 years.
Very nice comment. I just had to tell you that one of our dogs had a knickname of Dingus. 😊
Do you know if he would get any sort of care of he just called the cops and explained he was trying to do a community service and this guy was harassing him? Or was the best thing he could do there just leave since he wasn't authorized by the city or property owner to do it?
He is clearly a shitty old drunk!
I can almost assure you that the older man has dementia. Don't worry about it. You work miracles every day!
Thank you. Maybe he’ll wake up tomorrow and be pleased with it!
It's probably more than dementia. Not trying to be disagreeable. It's the terrorist comment that makes me think he is psychotic.
@TopNotchLawns Quite sure you’re right about this one. Schizophrenia is a nasty disease. A simple call to the Non-Emergency Line Police to have an Officer come out to settle this dispute with a Vacant Lot. Just Bad Luck encounter. Go back and ask the Neighbour that was trimming her Lawn across the street what was up perhaps.
I agree I think he has dementia they do in some ppl get quite angry. No you weren't in the wrong I know you don't want to cause problems, you could have called the city to see who owns the lot.
You did nothing wrong. Unfortunately I’m pretty sure that he’s struggling with a mental illness. I’m so sorry that that happened to you.
You're the nicest, most polite 'terrorist' I've ever seen!!!
Never heard of a terrorist cutting grass for free😂
He's a crazy old man. I can say that because I'm 78 years old. I would be so grateful for your kindness and work.
When he told you to leave when you had everything packed up and were in the street he was wrong. You can go back and get pictures from the street or sidewalk. They are public. I understand the old man in that I don't like other people to try to help unless I ask for it. They often don't understand how I want things. I guess that I have been around so many disabled people that I know some are grateful for help and some are offended. You never know.
The edger pissed him over the edge.
LOL!@@hoppes9658
I am 67 years of age and have a home with a huge backyard that always needs work to be done. I would love to have someone help me like this! This man who was yelling at this man seriously has some serious mental issues.
He's not crazy. He just doesn't want a stranger deciding to mow his yard without even asking. Maybe he likes his plants how they are.
You did nothing wrong! Professional and courteous! God bless you richly!
Don't let it bother you, he was disturbed. He did not exhibit normative behavior. Your response was perfect. Keep up the good work!
He wasn't disturbed he was a shitty old drunk
You handled it the right way. You deescalated the situation. You handled it better than I would've.
Move over... I would've as well....
All the sane neighbors are like, "damn it billy-bob, he was cleaning up the neighborhood‼️"
…’i don’t give a RATS ASS!!! Get the HELL OUT’!!!!….Etc….
@@MultiStrickland the previous house got the hell out.....thats why there is no house there lol
The old man most likely has dementia and was paranoid. Don't let him deter you from doing what you do! Keep up the good work!
do your job dont let that sick person boss you around...
Agree my mother was like this in the early stages
Nah, he just didn't like the noise he was making. Straight up tell the old coot to get lost.
He doesn't have dementia he is a shitty old drunk.
I never did see where the old man indicated that the property being cleaned was property that he owned. I am not sure that he had any right to kici anyone off the property.
Your comment about "wishing he'd come out before you finished the edging" was solid gold! But seriously, those encounters can really shake you up... go home, hug your family, and know you were doing a good thing. Glad you're okay. 😊
The poor neighbours having to suffer that.
I am very sorry you are hurt ,and yes go and hug your family, I am sure there is a lot of us would hug you if we could.❤❤❤❤❤❤
I worked skilled nursing, and his temperament was classic dementia/alzheimers . Some people are quiet and gentle some have an unprovoked temper. I use to get my feet stomped on by a very sweet man it's heartbreaking😢. You do a good thing for many don't let it get you down. ❤
He needs to be in an asylum since he apparently chose not to raise a family that will care for him
Reason is it can be pretty dangerous having people like this on their own. Lucky he didn’t come out waving a pistol around
You are an angel dude, by leaving you gave the world an example of compassion
I think that man has some issues. Imagine what his neighbors deal with. You handled it in the best way.
Thank you Jennifer 😊👋
@@TopNotchLawns You're very welcome!
Cuckoo!
No he didn't. He ran like a coward and didn't even call the cops to report him. Nobody can help the old man if they do nothing. Get to safety and then phone the cops. Shame on him. How is he going to protect his family? Unbelievable!
@@ItsTheTruthLady Report him for what exactly? He didn't threaten him or show any weapons that I'm aware of.
Don't let him bother you. Some people are just angry. You are a blessing ❤
Amen
He isn't just angry, he is a shitty old drunk!
The most satisfying thing about this video is you always facing the blower from the mower into the yard and never towards the road. Kudos for showing how you are supposed to mow a lawn and not endanger those around you or their vehicles and property.
Exactly.... There are 2 older neighbors in my neighborhood that have been there forever.. Well they are enemies that were once friends.... The one had a BAD lawn, the other had a nice lawn...and the one with the BAD lawn would always blow his clippings wherever INCLUDING into the good lawn guys yard... Well his GOOD lawn went full of weeds and spurs because of it... When he finally caught the old guy ..... Which was before my time, but they had it out and are enemies now... Going to court over every little thing...and it started as just clippings lol.... and they used to be close friends.
Yes! I can't stand watching some of the lawn care channel guys do that. Why make extra work for yourself by blowing it into the road? I would never blow it towards someone else's yard/property, towards their vehicles or into the road unless there was some reason to. I would also ask the neighbor if i could blow any clipping out of their yard back onto the property i was cutting and blow off their vehicle if i made a lot of dust
You have a good heart…don’t let the older man upset you! You were not wrong at all.
I agree Brian shows respect to everyone he encounters and this older man was just completely ignorant
Don't worry, it's fake. They're both in on it. That's how ya get views.
If he didn’t own it he should get lost!
@@refugeinc.159I do believe that old bastard is an A-Hole…
@@pepepingu9842he's lucky he ran into a nice guy instead of someone with a heater and gives no fucks.
You were NOT WRONG! You did what you ALWAYS DO. Help your Neighbors ❤
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Scary - I'm glad you're ok . Please be careful. There are a lot of disturbed people out there. You weren't in the wrong.
You're a good person doing a wonderful "free" service. Don't let him discourage you, he has issues most of us will never understand.
Thank you for being calm and collected!
Even though he was rude to you, you being patient that is so wonderful!
Don't let it discourage you. It happens to the best of us.
Eff that guy.
Lol 😆 Thanks! Just glad yelling was the only thing involved!
@@TopNotchLawns I totally agree. He could have easily taken out a gun.
I don’t think it’s dementia. I have family members with dementia and while there are different types of dementia, I’ve never seen anyone quit that extreme.
@@penlen4731an abusive man and it’s at least possible if not likely that he will hurt someone at some point
@@penlen4731 Agreed, I have seen many forms of dementia i family and friends , that man is just bad tempered.
What a psycho. So sorry he treated you that way. You are a blessing to so many people.❤
Thanks so much! Blessings to you! 😊😊👋
Someone like that does not need to be wandering the streets (unattended). Especially with kids in the neighborhood.
Call police
@@racerx009 Lucky he wasn't wandering the streets and was on his property, attending to a trespasser, So of course the owner is a villain for no other reason than a couch Karen thinks his property is open range. Or did you mean the youtuber ?
@@UseByDate-Expired It wasn't his property, it was an empty lot.
Retired Psychotherapist: Obviously that man has mental health problem. I wouldn't diagnose from afar but as another person commented it could be dementia or schizophrenia with paranoid thinking. His repeated references to you as a terrorist made me wonder if he had served in Armed Services in war zone. A veteran with PTSD can have concurrent illnesses like schizophrenia or dementia. Many years ago had inpatient training. Prime objective with agitated patient was to de-escalate as much as possible. Training for taking food, blankets & hot beverages to homeless in winter teaches volunteers to immediately back off if homeless person has angry,, agitated reaction to your presence. You did the right thing for that particular, disturbed man by leaving. We don't know what he was suffering in his mind. Think of your actions in leaving as a bit of soothing for that man. You're a compassionate person. You showed compassion to him by leaving.
I just figured he was another MAGA TRUMP supporter. Which would fall in line with your diagnosis.
@@DAD0123 Haha. While I don't agree with your assessment, I do think that was funny. Trump supporter here but keep it up. We can all use a good chuckle, right?
@@flashcraft8287you are kinder than I with the commenter who apparently has TDS.
You handled that as graciously and diplomatically as possible. The guy has problems to say the least. You did the safe thing to simply get away as quickly as you could. Who knows what he might have done next.
Whatever he may have done next, he would have done it to a trespasser.
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@@UseByDate-Expired No he wouldn't have. The guy mowing the lawn wasn't trespassing. Nor does that justify taking any kind of harmful action.
Please don't let one dementia patient stop your incredibly good work! Keep on mowing. You might suggest a representative of your community adult services review your video.
That's a really good idea.
Excellent idea
Dementia my ass. He’s just an asshole! Stop thinking all assholes have dementia and let them off the hook. Show me a diagnosis of dementia and I’ll believe it
My dad had dementia and he sure as heck never ever acted like that. He stayed his sweet self to the end. However that guy could have it and was never ever a pleasant person to start with. 🤷♀️
@@mimistans7715 violent outbursts are fairly normal in Alzheimer’s and dementia. It’s one of the worst parts of the disease for family . Their formerly kind and loving family member becomes violent in actions and words
You weren't wrong for helping out the neighborhood. You were right in just packing up and leaving. The more you talked to him the more agitated he became. Your heart is in the right place.
He's lucky it wasn't a castle state, these youtube jokers are going to get themselves hurt or worse, just for views
Regardless. You cant help everybody. Even if your Heart wants to. Good Job
@@afungusamungus2860 What is a "castle" state?
@@afungusamungus2860 be quiet. what are you talking about?? 🙄🤦🏻♀️
@@gerryhemmer1573 "You're on my property I think you're a threat I shoot." Basically.
I dunno what the Internet tough guy is going on about
You were not in the wrong at all. He has mental problems because it old age or other issues. Keep doing after you try to find out from neighbours if anyone lives there in this case of course not. You were doing a kindness for all on that block. Keep a helpful heart. 😊❤ the police officer who replied to you explained it well. Keep your happy heart and keep on going forward with this business as there are soooo many people who need your help. Bless you!
The same thing happened to blessing boys and M&D Lawn care last week!! People can’t just appreciate the kindness that you do for the neighborhood! Don’t let this one get you down. Keep doing what you do Brian!! ❤
Blessing Boys twice. Not so bad as this guy though, he was pretty scary!
All of this youtube lawn care for likes and subscribes is getting out of hand. Theres hundreds of them now. There will be one one day whose intention won't be just to clean up a lawn. Further, you have the right to clean up public land, but even then not really. If you don't get permission DON'T DO IT!
@@karenharrison885 first, Brian asked around to the neighbors before starting the cleanup. It’s not his fault that this ONE neighbor didn’t like him cleaning up the land. All of the lawn care videos I watch, they ALWAYS reach out to the neighbors, the landlords or the city before they do their work. Second, in no way, shape or form do any of the lawn care guys and gals do there work for likes and comments! There are sooo many people out there who can’t afford the lawn care or are disabled or don’t have the equipment to do their own lawn. Everyone, especially Brian, do this work from their heart. They do the work because they enjoy it and they want to help people in the area! I watch their videos mostly to calm my brain after a long day at work. And I know most other people do too or they watch for tips on how to take care of their own lawns. Again, brian, keep up the good work!
The old man doesn’t answer for the City, actually should have been reported. The City should appreciate. Least they need to be made aware of the incident.
Consult with the municipality about cleaning up abandoned lots and get their support for those unsupported folks.
Watching your work is mesmerizing and calming. Doing a good job has more than one rewarding benefit, even if vicariously.
STAY SAFE!
He's old. Not in his right mind. You handled that situation just fine. It wasn't a matter of who was right or wrong. He was an old man that wasn't in his right mind. You did a great job on the lawn and handled the situation respectfully.
Every neighborhood has one guy like this
Probably!! 👍👍👋
Yep... Mr. Reinglass (from my childhood)
when I was younger I had a neigbor who was a wee bit senile, she once called the cops cause a small amount of grass was growing through the fence lol. Cops did nothing at all. But she would be nice on other days like pay you a ton to mow her small yard, or give you money to keep her company because she was lonely, or help bring in groceries. Like she was nice sometimes but other days she would be mad about grass
Ditto
we call them magas
That man's behavior was a disgrace, and if he is actually sick, someone should notify the police and explain what happened. He certainly is a danger to himself and possibly to others. I can see and even understand how you're feeling and how badly this has affected you. You were doing a good, kind, and decent deed for someone who obviously needed a great deal of help maintaining the property, someone you didn't even know. Try to calm down. You're clearly a good man. Try to relax and settle down and know that there are a lot of admirers out here watching, in awe, at what you do. I hope you can relax and wake up tomorrow feeling much better than you do now. You're a good role model as a man and a charitable friend and neighbor. Give yourself a break! God bless. 34:24 s
His attitude was a descrase. You were doing a very good deed. He surely needs help. He was very cunning to wait till you did the edges and the sidewalks. Just calm down He isn't worth getting all upset. Continue doing the good job you are doing and leave him behind you.
You absolutely were not in the wrong. He was just an angry old man. I was so nervous for you. Keep up your good work. Don’t let one person spoil the good work that you do.
he came from the back yard of that house. don't know if he came from another direction, but I just slowed it down, and saw that. it is a shame in the world we live in today that we have to fear our lives when trying to help out our neighbors in their area. Keep up your generosity and kindness. i thoroughly enjoy your videos. You have a beautiful soul.
And he waited until all the walkways and sidewalks were cleared, and the lawn was cut, before he walked over to bully the good samaritan.
As a palliative care, nurse for the elderly, i’ve worked with enough people with Alzheimer’s and dementia. If it is, it would’ve been dementia as it is the volatile out of the two. He did the right thing. Thank God we have plastic knives and forks🙄 Walkers if they can pick them up? I’m pretty dangerous as well in their hands😄 some like to pull hair or bite. As one person said in a comment on this feed! It goes for mild, to wild in a very short span of time for them. Well done, sir.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 not worth the aggravation of what could come out of it. God bless you for doing what you do for people that need it.🙏🏻
Nah, I think he’s just an old drunk with holes in his. Rain from too much booze and who knows what else.
The man came out the back door of that house. Where you had your truck parked under the big tree. Since your in front of his house, He must have thought you were up to something he didn't like. I am glad you didn't get hurt. It is a sad day that he feels the way he does. Just say a prayer for him. You are a kind and caring man.
Some people are SOOOOOO miserable that they are determined to “spread the joy.”
NO GOOD DEED GOES UNPUNISHED.
You were WAY more kind and considerate to the man than he deserved.
What did Michael Caine (as Alfred Pennyworth) say about the Joker? Some people just want to watch the world burn.
Maybe ignore him y let him win
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@@susanmitchell9257 Same here... I think... .. BUT at the same time what does he have to lose by leaving? NOTHING, he can find a better lawn without some loser yelling at him... I mean you got to understand he has loud equipment going and cant watch his back constantly.... U dont want to be wondering what that creeper is doing behind your back. Could go inside and get a firearm ...
Some people are just miserable souls! You did nothing wrong and handled yourself very well in a crazy situation. Thanks for the kindness you share daily💙
You were definitely not in the wrong! He's just a demented old man. You do good everyday and unfortunately some people don't appreciate it, but I guarantee you most people do. Keep doing what you're doing. I love watching you spread kindness throughout the community. ❤️
I agree.
As disheveled as he looked he obviously isn't wound too tight.
You did the right thing and don't let morons steal your joy.
Hey, KC You did nothing Wrong. That old man is just ungrateful and maybe just doesn’t know how to get along with people. Keep up the good Job helping others you are definitely a blessing to everybody’s neighborhood
you are just trying to help people and neighborhoods out. there are plenty of crazy people out there. you deserve appreciation, not cursing out. thank you for your community service.
Your work speaks for itself. I once gave a homeless man money, and he yelled at me and refused it (mental case). That one incident has not stopped me from giving to OTHER homeless. Do your thing and make No apologies. We love your content.
😅God bless you, man. Really nice of you to try to help the community. Don't let the curmudgeon get you down.
Never in the wrong when you’re doing an act of kindness ❤
You did great. That man is sick. Proud of you and what you do for the community.
He isn't sick, he is a shitty old drunk!
I am so, so sorry, Brian. I feel the need to apologize for my fellow human…You are not EVER wrong for volunteering your time & the use of your equipment to clean up vacant properties in your community. I feel horrible that this man violated your rights as an American citizen who enjoys giving back & paying it forward. Blessings to you, kind Sir. And thank you for handling a horrible situation with such grace. Carry on, we all enjoy your videos & your kindness soooo much!❤
Keep on doing what you do. This man is obviously not all there... God bless him and his bitter heart.
You are a blessing for a lot of people.
Sending love from Guatemala!!
I recently saw one with another yard tactician who had permission from the city requested that he go mow abandoned houses yard. Effort to get it sold. The gentleman from across the street was like you could be anyone you’re not supposed to be here doing this and called the police and then the police told the man he’s not doing anything illegal. He has permission to be here, go away. It was odd, but I think so many people are dealing with their own issues or bias, and that was the situation and this man that you dealt with is clearly an issue that has nothing to do with you!
As I said in my other comment... It would be best if he talked to the city and learned who's property that was. The owner of that next house might also own the vacant lot. Notice that the guy only came out once our host started mowing the lawn, and not when he was just working on the concrete sidewalk and drainage curbs. That's when he crossed the line from working on city sidewalks, public access, to working on private property. I have to admit... in someways I like to see natural open spaces. When he started mowing down the "natural environment" from the private property, is when the guy got hostile. I'm not a "tree hugger", but I can see his viewpoint of it.
The video you're referring to was slightly different though. That man was upset simply because Sean was a white man, and he was black, kept accusing him of trying to blow the neighborhood up, and that he (the black man) wouldn't be allowed to mow a yard in a white neighborhood. It was racism, jealousy, and spite. A man who was told his whole life that white people were the source of his problem. It was clear as day.
Id be more than delighted to have someone help with my overgrown yard, some people are just hateful . You're doing a great service .
Ditto! Welcomed with open arms and lemonade!
I was given a tee shirt many years ago and on the front it said: "Practice random acts of kindness and senseless beauty", and I took that to heart. I understand why you feel compelled to step in when you see a property in this shape. You can see the improvement immediately...instant gratification. You are making the world a more beautiful place, one overgrown yard at a time.
All I can tell you is God bless America four people like you 🙏🏾💪🏾👍🏾✌🏾
Bless your heart. Don't take it personally, dear. Thanks for all you do.
Always try to check with at least 2 neighbors bordering the property where you intend to work, not only can they tell you if the house/lot is vacant/abandoned but they might be able to give you a 'heads-up' on any crazy people or squatters living there.
Exactly the comments I was going to give. Very wise advice!
So he just take it up him self to clean up over grown lots without any approval or anything ? While I get wanting to help but this a good reason not to
Good advice.Intentions are good. Finding out who the owner of a property is and getting their approval is my advice. I can see a property owner being concerned as to what’s going on. Now this man’s reaction was in called for.
Hindsight is a great thing .
He did knock on his door as he did ask the guy if he lived in that house where he had knocked on.
Yes, you should check with the person first, before doing the lawn.
So sad this happened to you. All of us out here watching your videos, think you are a great guy. Blessings to you.
It takes all kinds to make the world go round. I watched the video many time and saw him come from the backyard of the gray or white house. You handled yourself very well. I enjoy watching you beautify the neighborhoods, thanks for sharing with us. Years ago I had a handyman business and I would do repairs for elderly people that needed help and had no money. Pay it Forward my friend.
Thank you for what you do.
Glad to see that you are saving your hearing by wearing ear protection.
Cleaning up any lot is a good thing. He is just a mean old man. Keep up the good work.
Nice Work! But that's. "TRESPASSING ZONES" **Yes! The landscaper was not sure who owns that property! The old man could be the Owner.**. Or his neighbor vigilant! **None agreement signed to do that work.** **Risking-Dangerous Zones! **The oldie could be under daily tequila drinking. 🍻🍷Or under medicines 💊 . Who knows.
What if old man own that property! The landscaper wasn't sure who's own that property.🏡🏡 but he did good grass trim. Good 👍.
@@lionrodz why tf you type like that lol
@@lionrodz The comment section isn't a canvas for your disconnected thoughts. You are communicating with other people so use full sentences. I know you can do it champ! You got this!
Don't let him upset you , obviously the man has a big problem , probably dementia or who knows what . What you do is remarkable and we all enjoy your kindness to help all these people . God bless you you are a good man . ❤❤❤
He took that sip of whiskey while watching Dirty Harry and chose violence
You are a great man helping others, don’t let one bad encounter discourage you. You just never know what makes a person tick. Use your intuition, if you get bad vibes then leave. Thanks for your kindness and hard work.
😊👋👍 Definitely good advice! Thank you
@@TopNotchLawns Hey Top
; I agree with everyone posting. But it's a sound problem. If that mower were silent then 1:100 wouldn't think the glue mending their broken parts is melting. their fragile existence. Solution: A muffler or 2, lower the rpm's and be efficient.
Wow! It was kind of you to start working on this property Brian. You are always helping people out. Not sure what this neighbor was about but you were respectful and left the property to not further the encounter. Great job as always
You were not in the wrong. And you handled the situation politely and perfectly. It's a shame the neighborhood loses your free lawn beautification. He may have had cognitive issues or was simply an ornery old man. You are a wonderful, caring man. Any neighborhood is lucky to have you.
You did what your heart told you to. No, you weren't wrong to want to make the neighborhood look better God Bless You.
NO YOU ARE NORMAL! I get sick of seeing those lots also. At least they could maintain the sidewalks and curbs.
Is this indivudal the owner or a crackpot? He should be thanking you for doing the sidewalks and gutters.
Definitely! I hear from people all over the world around here, I know some cities, states, countries, providences, etc. take care of these things, but around here they always seem to be let go!
I have seen so many abandoned homes and lots that could become housing for he homeless that it is sad to see them falling into disrepair.
Folks with dementia often go the nasty way trying to express their issues. It’s not you! Sorry you had this creepy encounter! Carry on
I love your sense of humor and kindness. I appreciate that you help people in need
Good job deescalating. As a former cop, I was very worried the way he kept both his hands in his rear pockets, as if ready to draw on you the instant he felt justified.
That's exactly the way a cop would would look at anybody with their hands n their pockets. It don't mater; if he ain't pulled a gun and pointed at it you, there is no law that says you can't keep your hands in your pockets. Officer safety my ass.
Good job mate
@@Clyde14thCouch critic.
@@cynthiakritika5047 He may be a couch critic but it is not against the law to have your hands in your pocket. Officer safety is cowardness...Public safety is heroism. Is your husband a copper?
@@ledwallet1944 Are you such a Neanderthal that you think only men can be a police officer? Typical.
Growing up in rural Virginia, I encountered some crazy old people similar to this, living in very remote areas on unpaved roads. They'd scream at you if you even rode a mountain bike by their house (on a public road). They reminded me of the dogs that would bark at me as I rode by. The only people I've encountered like this in California have been homeless / unhoused, living on the street. I guess it's nice that this guy at least has a house to live in... Too bad he's actively preventing the neighborhood from being cleaned up.
i think you should have gone to the police to report him. he needs a wellness check. he has some very serious issues going on and needs help. the city should step in. sad to see this level of derangement. thanx for trying to help this neighborhood.
Oh aye and cops would make better not a mental health worker would have been better
He might need a "wellness check" and he might not but there is no reason legal or otherwise to call the police. There are many other ways to try to reach out to someone in the man's condition but I just don't think it's a police matter.
If he wants to show who can be a bigger Ass , he could call the city and turn in the tall unkept grass . LOL
@nutgoof the police are the ones to call and who initiate wellness calls.... I had to do the same for a neighbor who hadn't been seen in weeks. Turns out they abandoned the property. But I had no idea. I also had a co-worker whom our employer did the same with, as he was a chronic alcoholic. Turns out they did the right thing but it came too late. He had a heart attack and was not doing well. The police had medical there, but as I stated it was too late. Sometimes, people like the man we saw on here, they push everyone away, or burn too many bridges and then no one checks on them. There is nothing wrong with the police doing a wellness check. In fact, I am sure they would rather do that kind of call than to be dealing with something dangerous.
Please don't call the people with guns and less training than a Starbucks Barista to perform a "wellness check" on anyone.
People are so crazy these days. He could pull a gun out. God bless you!
Yes! So thankful he did not do that! Blessings to you, Maureen 👋👋😊
I don’t think that old man has dementia. I think he’s just a hate filled individual who probably watches and listens to people on the Internet / radio that he shouldn’t be that are corrupting his mind.. of course that horrible individual is in the wrong.
You're a kind and thoughtful guy -- stay positive and just walk away from conflicts
Don't stop brother keep on doing your good deeds I deal with these kind of people every day
He came from the house next to the one lot you were cutting. He came from the back of the house. You were not in the wrong, I think he a mental patient who suffers from dementia or schizophrenic, but you tried to help the community, the county and the city. I think you should reach out to the county or city and let them know what you do for the community to be of help and ask the police just for protection for that location and go back and complete the job without worrying about him. Because he doesn't run that street or lot and I'm sure with the police out there just for protection while you cut the lot he will not even come near that lot. PERIOD!!! Stay doing what you do to make communities flourish with Beauty. God see's your great work and generosity!
I'm sure the city and police know that guy. He didn't get demented over night...
I love how random people on the Internet just diagnose serious mental health illnesses. There are literally thousands of possibilities, but it's always one of the two or three that they know. Everyone is suffering from dementia or schizophrenia, sometimes OCD. 😂
Ask for help from the police so you can finish the lot. Reach out to the city to find out if he owns that lot. If he does not own it, he does not have a say in what happens on it.
@@TryMyMartini There are many mental possibilities that can have. When a person just come out their house to say something to a person who is not bothering them it's a major problem. It's sad that we as a society take mental health lightly and what the government doing as a joke too. Whatever he is suffering with he a threat to society and people in his neighborhood. And people like him need to be in an institution where he can obtain the necessary help he needs, because if it was somebody else and he did that he more than likely would not be living anymore. PERIOD!!
@@TryMyMartini Just know whatever he has going on with him the devil setting him up and somebody is going to send him to his creator or hurt him badly. It's always a MF Badder than him and Crazier. PERIOD!!
So sorry this happened. You are so good to help people. You might consider calling DSS, Adult services, to do a safety check for him. Bless all.
That was a very mentally unstable man!!!!!!! Just glad you are safe.
We have people in this country that simply CAN'T STAND to see someone getting something for nothing.
Good on you for leaving and not causing a scene.
As an electric wheelchair user, I really appreciate someone cleaning up a sidewalk. I hate being attacked by weeds, trees, bushes and all kinds of creepy crawly things. Bypassing the sidewalk by using the street is very dangerous. I can’t count how many times I had to go into the street because of poor or blocking sidewalks. Thank you for cleaning this empty walk. P.S. my mom had dementia. The mean kind. She would bite, scratch, kick and hit just because. She even asked my husband to get her a gun so she could shoot me! He didn’t tell me until now. She passed almost 5 years now.
@Tla81
I so sorry you had to go through that.😟
But if you come across sidewalks that you're having trouble getting through, call your local government about it. They are suppose to keep the sidewalks available. They can site the homeowner or fix it
and then charge them. But make sure you mention you're in a wheelchair & have to use the street. If they won't do anything there's always the local news stations.🤔
Good luck.❤
@@jenniferrandolph4115 Correct "The Americans with disability Act" (A federal Law) made access to sidewalks for wheelchairs, canes, crutches, walkers mandatory.
Wow! Old man probably has dementia, he is off his rocker! He doesn’t own the city side walks or the easement. You still get an A+ for what you were able to accomplish!🙂
Really how did you figure that out?
You have zero idea what an easement is. By definition it is access to property, sometimes even the sidewalk is on private property, under easement, not ownership of the property. If that lot belonged to the old man, the easement does too. A verge is the area between the sidewalk and curb, and usually , but not always is owned by the city. In almost every city in the country, the property owner is still responsible for maintaining the area.
He doesn't own the sidewalks the city could have been mowing the whole lot...
He was literally crazy...dementia.
He never said it was his property...just felt entitled to it...typical.
Right! Needs to be checked in on regularly by police and mental care nurses. He's a threat to himself and to everyone else around him.
You handled that very well. You graciously left and the suitation settled down. It was a shame you couldn't finish the job, you were making it so much better. But, humility and grace won through. You ought to be commended on your calm and wise handling of a difficult situation.
The old guy has dementia and is scared of any change around his "property" I live in a condo duplex and my next door neighbor cannot deal with any change in the neighborhood. She goes into full blown panic if someone sells, or a unit gets new renters. If someone mows it upsets her and it upsets her if they don't mow. I got a new car in Jan of 2023 and she was upset and couldn't understand why my new car was in the garage for at least a month. The list could go on forever. You did the right thing and left before he decides to pull out a gun or tries to get physical.
Thank you for forgiving him. He’s obviously not right. I pray he has family that sees this and are on top of his needs. Still looking great and moving better!
Amen❤
As someone who walks with a cane, I would be very happy to have the sidewalks cleaned up! Great job handling the situation ❤.
Hey Brian, You be VERY CAREFUL🙏🏿 Mental Health IS REAL & HAPPENING NOW
You did the right thing all around. It would have been interesting if after he asked you if you had a permit, you asked him if he had the deed to the empty lot. God bless you!
Thank you for all your kindness for all those who do appreciate your help. There are a lot of hateful people out there. Just don't it discourage you from helping others. May God richley bless you and your family
Thank you so much Betty! 😊☺️👋👋Blessings to you
Can you imagine living next door to that guy? How sad for him...I enjoy watching you work. Thanks for your good attitude.
It was very obvious that the gentleman had some mental issues, whether it be age-related, dementia or some other chemical imbalance. You handle them very well and you were very kind and respectful. And that's the important thing. Thank you for trying to help the neighborhood and I hope that somebody is able to reach out to that man and give him the help that he needs
You left out one problem the old man had for a fact, while listing several problems he possibly has. He doesn't listen to explanations from trespassers.
@@UseByDate-Expired Why are yoiu so obseessed with"trespass"? It wasn't the angry old gits property, it was an empty lot! If it had been his property wouldn't he have come out straight away?
@@UseByDate-ExpiredAgain, how can he specify a trespasser?Nowhere in the video.Did it say that the old man owned that corner lot.
You're a good guy. Don't worry about people like that. he isn't any good for himself or others.
You have a good and kind heart mate, don't ever stop doing your brilliant work, for every one of him, there are hundreds more that appreciate you.
Sorry for you Brian. That man has a problem not you. Keep doing what you're doing. God bless you for the work you do. Im'm sure 99% of people are grateful for the work you do.
Outdoors with Erik comes across angries like this all the time. He handles it as graceful as you did. Grat job anyway. So glad you're safe.
His videos are fake
To be fair he seems to encounter it a little too much - almost as if it's staged. Which makes me kind of sad for him that he might do that for clicks. I stopped watching him because there were so many "confrontations" in his videos that it seemed a little too much and too over the top to be legit. I watch a lot of lawnmowing guys, and none of them have that many confrontations, but most of them have the very infrequent incident, like this one. Most people are not going to get upset that an eyesore of a lot is being beautified.
Yep, I gave up watching Eric...click bait and shitty acting.😂
Outdoors with Erik are all fake now. At one time he may have had some that started off that were not. Now they are all staged. I don't even watch his anymore they come up on my feed and soon as I see it his video I move to another.
you handled that perfectly, there is something wrong with him, don't let it change you
He was just an angry old man. Possibly with dementia. You were respectful but you can’t know what he might have done if you had stayed. You’re helping your community by this kind of work. You help a lot of people. Thanks for your service. 👍👍🙂
Thank you Brain for being brave and kind. Treat yourself to a nice dinner and a long walk when you get back home. ❤
Perfect example of someone with mental health issues. Please don’t let him deter you from doing the wonderful job you do for those who need help. We that watch and respect the work you do. God bless you and your family. 🙏🙏🙏💜💜💜
Would you feel better if he had served tea and cake when telling a trespasser to leave?
@@UseByDate-Expired it wasn’t his property. He didn’t live there!!!!
You weren't in the Villages, were you? I lived there but left. Crazies like this we called "trolls". Minded everybody's business but their own.
Was he trespassing video does not show nor does it explain.@@UseByDate-Expired
I'm so sorry you have to go through the rudeness and hate. Please know you are a kind person that is restoring my faith in people. Stay safe and praying for you and all the individuals out here helping people everywhere in every way❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Don't let the old fellow rattle you too much. He is unwell and that is very apparent in the video, it is really good for you to have your video camera set up as you do, this gives you a good level of protection by showing what went down with the interaction.
Yeah they can play the video at his funeral. 🙄
Of course he should have left.
Keep making this world a better place. Things happen we can't explain. You handled it well.
You weren't in the wrong, Brian! Most people in the neighborhood appreciate when an empty lot is cleaned up, mowed and the sidewalks made safer. Sometimes you run across a person who is just angry with the world. I don't believe he owned the property otherwise I am sure he would have informed you of that fact without hesitation. You did the right thing by leaving, Brian and not allowing things to get out of hand and possibly having a gun or knife drawn by this gentleman. He definitely has problems of some sort or he is just a mean and unhappy man. You did the right thing by not adding to his anger so don't worry what some people say in the comments. To call you a coward is just plain ridiculous! Those people making comments like that are ones who would be combative in situations like that and only make matters worse. Enjoy your videos very much, Brian.
Agreed, but I would not exactly call the fellow a "gentleman!"
It’s one of those things in life- he was not of sound mind. You must protect yourself and it was good you left the premises. This wasn’t about your good work- he is not of sound mind