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Just a pointless tourist trap devoid of character and soul.

What neighborhood was this, if you don’t mind me asking? I had a friend who used to live near highlandtown, and the same thing happened to him a few years ago. He got real beat up, split jaw and everything. I’m sorry to hear it’s still happening and glad you’re not seriously hurt

Wow. Thanks for considering Pigtown for nightlife!

As bad as Mt. Vernon may have it, our businesses really have it rough. Aside from Bob’s Bar (on the most dangerous intersection in the neighborhood), none of the other bars (the few we have) are open daily. And it’s not their faults…there’s just not enough business or money to go around in Pigtown to justify operating more than 3-4 days. It’s sad. The pandemic hit hard over here.

This is very unfortunate and I'm sorry for your experience. It is a very common tactic in places with extreme poverty. I've seen it (or rather been made aware of it) under various names in developing countries. For example, in Cote D'Ivoire they're called "les microbes." Always on the "things to be aware of" at embassy security briefs. The general advice from the guys who know best is if you find yourself targeted and can't get away, just let them have what they want (cell phone, wallet, etc.). It sucks, but it's the safest way to avoid serious injuries. The professional advice for avoiding this is usually go in groups, avoid areas where you're likely to be a target, be extra cautious at night.

Maybe it has something to do with the fact that Baltimore is just a crime and drug infested shithole

Was it the city health dept worker during lunchtime near power plant?

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If you think Atlas is doing anything for the food scene in Baltimore, your soul is beyond redemption. But hey, at least you'll get to shake the owners' hands in hell?

Because dozens of restaurants that are just boutique versions of Chili's get old. They also have racially motivated/selectively enforced dress codes.

There are examples of groups of kids killing people. I am thinking particularly of a biker who was stabbed in waverly a few years ago. They said the youngest(12 or so) did the stabbing because he would get the most lenient sentence.

Avoid roving packs of adolescents in Baltimore, it could save your life. I personally have multiple friends/relatives who have been mugged/punched by such groups.

Weekday lunch date: Chaps pit beef to go + eat in the club

That was before my time. I've lived here for 7+ years and the Avenue has slowly gone downhill during that time.

Lol you're being down voted, but this is the real.

I believe everyone is a suspect because people I have trusted in my life have violated my trust and because I have been stalked. Point blank. I didn't learn this in any course, concealed carry or otherwise.

Paranoid people like me shouldn't have guns at the ready, we would just end up with a bunch of dead people and me in prison, honestly.

Hypervigilance is not a state anyone actually wants to be in, believe me.

This Baltimore, they prolly was in ya ass as soon as you smiled. Did they have weapons?

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got tickets for sunday! I am excited 👀

Where was this?

They have guns and knives- always do what they say- even if they don't, there's a lot more of them than you. Always avoid groups of kids- don't run but try to change directions, get somewhere around people. These are the scariest predators in the city because they have absolutely no understanding of consequences (which are insignificant for children) and so will act unpredictably.

Search atlas in the search bar in this group and read the slew of articles and discussions. O just type it into your Google search and you’ll find out why

I saw a group of 12ish year olds harassing (pushing and pulling hair) of small group girls. After watching it a minute and seeing it wasn’t self resolving. I walked up to the group.

The young girls found this as their chance to escape. I asked if they were ok. They said yes and thanked me for intervening.

I approached them. Asked them why they pulling her hair and told him to respect women. He lied and said he wasn’t doing anything and proceeded to follow the girls. One of the boys tried to convince the boys to go away from the trouble. But he was over ruled and followed after the boys looking for trouble.

I circled the block to see if the girls were safe but kind of lost them.

My girlfriend asked why I brought a weapon they were a bunch of middle schoolers. These are aggressive boys and they were going to take this lecture in treating people and I was going to walk away unscathed is why I took a weapon.

But if you didn’t have any protection and out numbered, you did the right thing. Give them your phone.

Track the phone and find then later. Try to find someone who will let you call the police and log into your phone finder. Do it quickly before they turn it off. If they turn it off immediately set up notification so you’re alerted when it’s back online and then reach officers to investigate the location.

Serious question for OP. Did you not notice it was a gang of kids in ski masks when you smiled at them?

This is Baltimore… they have guns and no consequences.

Ugh, this sucks, sorry. I’ve had this happen to me when I lived and worked in Philly. It’s awful and messes with you in a weird way. You did the right thing. Some of these kids are just wild and you truly risk your life if you don’t just try to get out of the situation as quickly as possible. Give yourself some time to process this, and you will feel better. I know it sucks right now, but you did nothing wrong.