Weigh in: Out There | Poinsettia Park

My son and I lived in Hollywood from 1996 to 1999. While I am saddened beyond words that no one responded to this man; I am more saddened that his family believes that no one came to his aid, simply because they didn’t care. I am inclined to believe that no one knew the nature of the cries. I am a native of PA; I was showed more kindness from total strangers while living there, than one would experience in my native city. Hollywood is a mecca for tourists and locals alike. It is a beautiful and very vibrant city.

Constance Y. @ 9:15 PM PDT, Oct 1, 2008

I know a little bit about West Hollywood because I grew up there beginning in the late 1950's. The city has always been edgy. It was never Mayberry USA. Generally, it has been a fairly safe place to live, but there is a long history of violent crime associated there too. So, the occasional random murder is not really a shock or a surprise.

Andy K @ 8:53 AM PDT, Sep 5, 2008

What a tragedy - how sad! I lived in LA for almost three years and found the city fascinating but being an Easterner, I simply did not adjust. I'm sorry for the family and no matter what I say will bring back the gentleman and for that I feel sadder. Life as we once knew it can no longer be the same and that is even sadder. I wish there was something I could do to make the family feel better I would gladly do so.

Reginald @ 12:32 PM PDT, May 20, 2008

It's unbelievable to read these posts and see that almost every group - minority or otherwise - has been blamed! When bad things don't happen in our neighborhoods, we take the safety for granted. When something bad does happen, suddenly it's a horrible city and everybody and their mother is to blame! Are we educating and preparing ourselves during the "good" times? Are we personally taking action or do we think the government is going to watch every single street corner simultaneously at all times? It reminds me of earthquakes: How often are we urged to keep an earthquake survival kit on hand and how many of us actually do?

Greg in WeHo @ 12:18 PM PDT, May 16, 2008

wow ! I read this story in disbelief...as a former Los Angeles resident , I was very sad and also disgusted by the utter lack of concern , that people could have for another human being. I n this age of technology- NOT ONE PERSON could have taken a moment of their time to call 911.....from the safety of their car ? My condolences to his entire family....Lessons need to be learned from this. I find that people in the surrounding area will take this as a "wake-up " call, to make changes for the positive. I thinkalso increased Police Patrols - would be a good idea.

Adele in Washington State @ 8:54 AM PDT, May 16, 2008

How very sad.....My heart breaks for his family. I just have no other comment then my thoughts are with the family.

south bay native @ 1:35 PM PDT, May 15, 2008

We do not live in a Third World Country! This isn't Iraq! We don't go around killing people here. We cannot let these bad guys get away with any more of this activity! Don't give up! Be aware, watch & listen and HELP if you can. And everyone, watch your back!! We can make the streets safe again. This is our town! God Bless you all! Don't give up the fight!!! God Bless the man who died and his poor dear family. I hope that some of you will heed my words and change how you think! Its our DUTY as HUMAN BEINGS!!!

Kelly in West Hollywood @ 12:20 AM PDT, May 15, 2008

We MUST GET INVOLVED and help the police fight crime. Naturally its important to keep yourself out of harms way, but you can still pick up the phone and call 911! That poor man's cries for help should not be ignored for over an hour! That's just evil. Everyone who heard his cries and didn't do anything about it should be ashamed of themselves.

Kelly in West Hollywood @ 12:20 AM PDT, May 15, 2008

I've been living in West Hollywood for 11 years and I've always felt relatively safe until recently. I manage an apartment building and I'm worried about my tenants safety. We can not let vagrant or young thugs run us out of our beautiful city of We Ho!! We must fight back. We must all be part of a COMMUNITY NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH!!! Even if you don't go to any meetings, just listen for trouble or screams or cries for help and GET INVOLVED!!! Call the Police or go investigate yourself.

Kelly in West Hollywood @ 12:14 AM PDT, May 15, 2008

We should all blame ourselves for accepting this lawsuits society. We believe in lawsuits and we sued or can be sued for everything. That makes us look another way and get involves with another person or situations. Some of us learn the hard way. It really does not pay to even get involved. Unless we resolve this lawsuits society we are going to be more lonely, isolated and selfish society.

joshooi @ 8:56 AM PDT, May 14, 2008

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