Back in May 9th 2010, It’s about 0430, and I just gotten back from a Fungawa damn run, up on route 2. Okinawa, Japan of course. Afterwards, I went through American Village to see if anyone might be around. My friend and I watched a couple argue over who was going to drive, then we left the area where I made this turn near the Jean Shop to go on 58; and out of no-where were a lot of Bosozoku (motorcycle gangs).

One of them was circling the intersection where I was trying to make a turn. Since it did not appear he was going to leave, I waited until I could make the turn safely.

When I made the turn, the cyclist started chasing me with a long pole hitting my car; then several more of these guys started chasing me. I sped up trying to get away, but their lighter vehicles kept up and they kept harassing me.

Me trying not to get hit by them or hitting them, I hit the median, where I was knocked out. Keep in mind, I'm a Marine so perposely hitting them would result in being my fault and an international incident.

I know it's late to break the news, but there you have it.

Pictures here:
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2925653/1996-nissan-180sx/page-11

sad to hear the news!

how are you getting by on typing? hunt and peck?

This is some sad sad news... How is your physical therapy going?

For their sake, I hope those members of the biker gang find Jesus because there's a special place in Hell for people who cause this kind of pain and suffering!

Too sad for words.

Good luck, Rudel, and thanks for your service as a Marine. What's the prognosis with the quadriplegia? Do they feel it's permanent or is there some hope of eventual improvement?

Incurring a heavy disability is tough, but in my own experience, you adjust with time and life goes on. Hang in there!

Cheers!

Rick...

Very sorry to hear of your injury, Rudel. Thank you for sharing this news with us. I wish you all the best in your recovery, you will be in my prayers.

My best wishes Rudel.
One day at a time.

Very sorry to hear about your incident let alone the challenges you have ahead of you. Were you not able to use your cell phone to notify authorities you were being harassed. I had an incident of road rage couple of weeks ago on my way to work and snapped a picture of the driver and acted like I was dialing and they backed off.
Be strong, I hope the best for your recovery.

I'm so very sorry, Rudel and I wish the best recovery possible.

This is so outrageous - and grievous harm. Have you no recourse within the law? Civil law suit if not criminal?? You know you have SimHQ pulling for you.