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Adam is left stranded by mean theft
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| Jo Crook and her son Adam |
A DISABLED teenager
from Southampton has
been left housebound
after his wheelchair was
stolen from outside his
family home.
Adam Crook, who has Down's
syndrome and is autistic, had just
returned from a day out with his
mum Jo when the wheelchair was
stolen from their front door.
Now Jo is appealing for it to be
returned as her 18-year-old son
can't leave the house without it.
Mum-of-three Jo, 54, a full-time
carer for Adam, as well as a clerk
for Hampshire County Council,
has put up posters around local
shops appealing for the return of
the red and black, foldable NHS
wheelchair.
Jo, of Spring Road, said: "He is
profoundly disabled and can't
walk too far. It's coming to the
summer holidays and we can't go
out on a day out without it.
"He relies heavily on it and people
who have reliable legs don't
realise that. Even if we get it back
next week it will still mean he has
been incarcerated inside for a
couple of weeks."
Adam was due to go on a family
holiday to Disneyland Paris in
October to celebrate his 18th
birthday. Now Jo is concerned it
will be difficult to take him
around the park.
She said: "I think it might be
more to do with foolishness than
malice. But we just want it back.
"We've been very moved by the
kindness of people. We have
already had an offer of a
motorised scooter and two wheelchairs
but they would be unsuitable."
The wheelchair was stolen from
outside the family home on July
17, at about 9pm.
Police spokesman Ian
Sainsbury said: "We would appeal
for anyone to come forward that
has any information about this
crime which has left a vulnerable
teenager unable to get out of his
house. It's a very mean thing to
do."
Anyone with any information
should contact Bitterne police
station on 0845 045 4545 or
Crimestoppers anonymously on
0800 555 111.
● If you can help Adam, contact
Ash Bolton at the Daily Echo on
023 8042 4496 or e-mail
ash.bolton@dailyecho.co.uk.
6:07am Friday 25th July 2008
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CommentPosted by: Fred on 7:41am Fri 25 Jul 08
"the return of the red and black, foldable NHS wheelchair"
And
"We've been very moved by the kindness of people. We have already had an offer of a motorised scooter and two wheelchairs but they would be unsuitable"
So what sort of wheelchair is required and what is hte likely cost. Come on Echo work with us here.
"the return of the red and black, foldable NHS wheelchair"
And
"We've been very moved by the kindness of people. We have already had an offer of a motorised scooter and two wheelchairs but they would be unsuitable"
So what sort of wheelchair is required and what is hte likely cost. Come on Echo work with us here.
Posted by: George on 8:04am Fri 25 Jul 08
How low do you have to be to steal a [italic]wheelchair[/italic]? Sick
How low do you have to be to steal a
wheelchair? Sick
Posted by: General Malaise, Nearby on 9:19am Fri 25 Jul 08
If you took the wheelchair or you know who took it, and you're reading this - DO THE RIGHT THING AND TAKE IT BACK.
Whoever took it obviously lives in the same community and will be known by the other members of that community.
If you took the wheelchair or you know who took it, and you're reading this - DO THE RIGHT THING AND TAKE IT BACK.
Whoever took it obviously lives in the same community and will be known by the other members of that community.
Posted by: me on 7:50pm Fri 25 Jul 08
we finally got a picture of Denzil then
we finally got a picture of Denzil then
Posted by: joanna crook, sholing on 8:21pm Fri 25 Jul 08
I'm glad the echo has covered this. As his mum, I am touched by such caring comments. I think the wheelchair has been stolen for 'a laugh' and is probably abandoned somewhere nearby. it is red in colour with a black pvc cushion, black back and fastening lap belt. It is smaller than an ordinary wheelchair at 15" wide. I very much hope to get it back rather than either us, a kind person or the NHS having to fork out for something that would have lasted for years.
many thanks, all you kind people and Echo.
Jo
I'm glad the echo has covered this. As his mum, I am touched by such caring comments. I think the wheelchair has been stolen for 'a laugh' and is probably abandoned somewhere nearby. it is red in colour with a black pvc cushion, black back and fastening lap belt. It is smaller than an ordinary wheelchair at 15" wide. I very much hope to get it back rather than either us, a kind person or the NHS having to fork out for something that would have lasted for years.
many thanks, all you kind people and Echo.
Jo
Posted by: Emma H, Eastleigh on 12:12am Sat 26 Jul 08
I am disgusted and appalled to read this. I have worked with Adam for the last 3 years and I cannot believe someone can be this selfish and thoughtless to steal a wheelchair. I hope whoever stole it reads this article and returns it. Jo and Adam I hope it is returned soon. Emma
I am disgusted and appalled to read this. I have worked with Adam for the last 3 years and I cannot believe someone can be this selfish and thoughtless to steal a wheelchair. I hope whoever stole it reads this article and returns it. Jo and Adam I hope it is returned soon. Emma
Posted by: James, Bitterne Park on 12:16pm Wed 20 Aug 08
I too have worked with Adam for a number of years, and co-ordinate his Care during term-time. I am amazed that people would stoop so low, as to "steal" a wheelchair. Quite amazing. What is this world coming to?
I share Emma's comments, and hope that it is returned soon.
James
I too have worked with Adam for a number of years, and co-ordinate his Care during term-time. I am amazed that people would stoop so low, as to "steal" a wheelchair. Quite amazing. What is this world coming to?
I share Emma's comments, and hope that it is returned soon.
James
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