Comments on: Man in Wheelchair Foils Robbery – Protects Woman!

By: Ryan

Ryan — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 04:35:42 +0000

Wow! Don’t mess with people in wheelchairs!

The guy in the wheelchair beat the other guy up!

By: Sly

Sly — Sat, 20 Nov 2010 20:44:13 +0000

This story is so Inspiring and just goes to show everyone out there that Disabilities don’t have to put you at a Disadvantage. What a great choke hold Larry had on that would-be robber. I LOVE IT !!! Wonderful Post.

By: John W. Zimmer

John W. Zimmer — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 05:43:45 +0000

Hey Chris,

I think this is the story you are looking for and it apparently ended up ok for the shop keeper after his day in court. http://www.cbc.ca/canada/toronto/story/2010/10/29/chen-verdict.html.

By: Chris | Martial Development

Chris | Martial Development — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:31:18 +0000

Inspiring story. Do you know anything more about the other guy mentioned in the video, who faced charges for holding a robber down?
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By: John W. Zimmer

John W. Zimmer — Sat, 13 Nov 2010 21:36:47 +0000

Hi Sue, Took a look at Lydia Zijdel on a video – neat stuff to work through martial arts in a wheel chair. Thanks for pointing it out!

HI Marie, Thanks for sharing – I remember when I had to teach a guy with no arms – I had to throw all of the traditional approaches out. He had to focus on distance and getting in and out while sparring. You know – no arms to cover with.

I’m sure the new student is in good hands.

By: TheMartialArtsReporter

TheMartialArtsReporter — Sat, 13 Nov 2010 14:24:10 +0000

That’s a great story, John.
Yeah, I also think that we sometimes underestimate what some people in wheelchairs are capable of doing, especially with their upperbody/arm strength. Awesome!
This guy really is a hero in my book, too.

By: Matt Klein

Matt Klein — Sat, 13 Nov 2010 04:24:44 +0000

Well done Larry! Liked how he had a look of calm as he approached the perp; the mark of a true warrior. He just knew he was going to take this dude down. Looks like he has some pretty good upper body strength. Funny how the other guy whacked him with the sign, then finally engaged at the end. Good tag team effort!
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