Castef
Banned
Then why did you give it away?
Apart from this, how could you demonstrate to the cops that it is YOUR Xbox 360?
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Xbox 360 was just stolen
- Thread starter Izuna
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Then why did you give it away?
Apart from this, how could you demonstrate to the cops that it is YOUR Xbox 360?
Night.Ninja
Banned
I'll give you 360 if you want one, Just pm me
angelic
Banned
Without trying to sound like an old man, the OP needs to learn to make better decisions.
I have one single person who I will lend game stuff to, because he respects it. Most other people will blank your saves, use discs as coasters, run disc based machines on fuzzy carpets or inside glass sealed cabinets. People are hopeless, dont give them your stuff.
I have one single person who I will lend game stuff to, because he respects it. Most other people will blank your saves, use discs as coasters, run disc based machines on fuzzy carpets or inside glass sealed cabinets. People are hopeless, dont give them your stuff.
So, 11AM now, I'm woken up by a follow-up call from the police.
They asked more questions about the tenancy and from what I was able to say, they said they had to put it down as a burglary for now. It sucked that I had to try and lower my voice for this bit. I gave the email address and mentioned the one I sent (and the lack of reply).
I'm hoping that they don't catch on that I can find out if they use the Netflix account. Last activity from that I.P. from an Xbox was 1AM so...
I said that I had lent it to them a month before and that at no point were they told they could keep it.
I'm here back within 2 days at most.
Thank you very much, it's super kind. I can't accept. Provided I can't get this one back I wouldn't use a 360 much for games.
They asked more questions about the tenancy and from what I was able to say, they said they had to put it down as a burglary for now. It sucked that I had to try and lower my voice for this bit. I gave the email address and mentioned the one I sent (and the lack of reply).
I'm hoping that they don't catch on that I can find out if they use the Netflix account. Last activity from that I.P. from an Xbox was 1AM so...
I said that I had lent it to them a month before and that at no point were they told they could keep it.
I'm here back within 2 days at most.
Thank you very much, it's super kind. I can't accept. Provided I can't get this one back I wouldn't use a 360 much for games.
Castef
Banned
Random people have a detached point of view and my provide help and share their similar experiences.
If I am able to go on the system (short of the serial number not matching), it has the accounts of most of my family because it's from when I was a teenager as well as my partner.
The local account also points to my Netflix and I can probably recite the 100s of games that are on it. The AC (which is a third party) shows up on my Amazon account (actually shows the date I would have lent the machine).
What I mean is why post here. I'm sure there are other more suitable fora for this kind of topic if one has to turn to the internet for advice.
Sephiroth_VII
Member
It's about a game console specifically. People here are more likely to have experience with losing this kind of item, and know how to get it back.
curiouscharles
Member
it's an xbox 360...
this is one of those cirucmstances where the time involved in getting your console back is more valuable than the cost of replacement.
i repeat... it's an xbox 360.
still sucks though, and i'm sorry about this happening to you OP.. :/.
can't you just buy a new one?
this is one of those cirucmstances where the time involved in getting your console back is more valuable than the cost of replacement.
i repeat... it's an xbox 360.
still sucks though, and i'm sorry about this happening to you OP.. :/.
Talk about tone deaf.
Yeah this is sort of where i am...if it was that important to you, you would never have borrowed it out...
If the system for small stolen items is anything like the US you aren't getting it back...and you need to make peace with that
TheJollyCorner
Member
RoninChaos
Member
Not to be unsympathetic but if it was priceless why did you lend it to someone?
The 360 has cloud saves right? Do you know your brothers password? If so get a new 360, log in and you should be able to recover what was on the other Xbox.
Read the thread maybe.
BibiMaghoo
Member
If you get no response and are unsure where she is living, then call the popo. You know their name and that is all they need to find her. That is straight up theft.
RoninChaos
Member
I did read the thread. This couple had a domestic abuse issue and someone came at him to help unlock a stolen phone. At that point it should be a sign and op should have gotten his shit back. People fucking suck and don't care about shit they don't have to pay for. I feel for the op but you never lend shit out of you aren't willing to never see it again.
If you threaten police, that Xbox will get destroyed in a fire or dumped in a landfill somewhere it won't ever be found.
It might be down to offering money, but unfortunately, if they are as much pos as you hint, you already told them how much you value that item.
I hope you get it back, but loaning it was a very bad idea to start with.
You seem like a very nice guy op, but you met the kind of people that'll likely chew you out.
It might be down to offering money, but unfortunately, if they are as much pos as you hint, you already told them how much you value that item.
I hope you get it back, but loaning it was a very bad idea to start with.
You seem like a very nice guy op, but you met the kind of people that'll likely chew you out.
Roland1979
Junior Member
And that only will happen when you set clear boundaries. Because then you start to attract people who respect boundaries. You only set yourself up for more misery, false friendships and people who will use you.
-Stranger-
Junior Member
Never lend people things
Ever
Ever
Castef
Banned
Tyraniboah
Member
Some of you should read through the thread. OP has called the police. They've received a call back asking for more information and it sounds like it's at least going somewhere, though I'd wager that at probably has something to do with the shady landlord too. I know what it's like to be too nice for my own good and even though I would not have lent the system out, I understand where OP is coming from. At this point are we really adding anything to the discussion by repeatedly berating him?
That said, I'm hoping for the best for you Izuna. Shitty people are out there and they do not care about others. It's just the way of the world. Earlier in the thread, one poster mentioned possibly threatening to sue. If the police don't get it back for you then maybe this is another way. Obviously you probably shouldn't take the matter to court due to the cost, but if they willingly return the Xbox to avoid a small suit then at least you get your system back. I'm an American so I'm not sure how small claims works where you are at though.
That said, I'm hoping for the best for you Izuna. Shitty people are out there and they do not care about others. It's just the way of the world. Earlier in the thread, one poster mentioned possibly threatening to sue. If the police don't get it back for you then maybe this is another way. Obviously you probably shouldn't take the matter to court due to the cost, but if they willingly return the Xbox to avoid a small suit then at least you get your system back. I'm an American so I'm not sure how small claims works where you are at though.
Diddy Kong
Banned
Maybe because it's highly likely that at least one other person on a gaming forum has gotten their console stolen?
Because NeoGaf!
Generalizing GAF is a bannable offense 'round here!
hououinkyouma00
Member
Yeah not a lot of people reading the thread it seems. It's obvious why it is so important to OP
I'm truly sorry that it happened OP and I hope you somehow get it back, but this is exactly why I don't lend stuff to anybody sans 3 individuals who I know I can trust and I know if they had damaged something they would reimburse me. That said I'm a minimalist in most aspects so I don't have much to lend out.
Good luck OP, you had the best intentions so I hope everything goes well.
CyanideFuse
Member
Sorry to hear of your problems Izuna. Being nice is not rewarded in this world. Rarely, anyway it seems.
A problem shared and all that. It can be very useful to get
differing views on how to handle a situation; many people may have had a similar experience and can guide the person asking.
A problem shared and all that. It can be very useful to get
constructive
Diablohead
Member
I lost a ps2 and some games to a girl at college who wanted it for her bf and then never showed up in the final weeks to pay me, and we were close friends all year! some people just don't give a shit.
I hope you can sort this out, sounds like you have a lot on your plate as it is.
I hope you can sort this out, sounds like you have a lot on your plate as it is.
depths20XX
Member
Seriously. Also, why is this even posted on gaming side? It's related to theft not gaming.
I know I have an issue being "nice". I've always been this way. I used to share out my lunch money and I'm the sort to let others pick what they prefer if there's a choice of two flavours. I do it for myself, it makes me feel better.
Ofc, if stuff gets stolen or taken, it super sucks but I don't feel betrayed. I was merely expecting these people to not be super dicks. Part of why I am proud of the police is that I have some chance to right this issue (also why I really wanted to be an officer prior to Uni).
I'm not sure what is going to happen at work but at least my worries these past few days are somewhat justified and I hope that helps.
I'm sure the police are interested because they've been around prior and they probably know about the boyfriend already. It's a massive shame, really.
Merely because I wanted to know if anyone else, especially in the UK, had any advice.
I wasn't sure if I should try and sent email threats or go to the police. I'm happy I did the latter. I'm happy that I didn't change the Netflix password yet.
... If mods decide it's not the best thread I wouldn't be upset. Within reason however, I appreciate that NeoGAF can be helpful at times.
Ofc, if stuff gets stolen or taken, it super sucks but I don't feel betrayed. I was merely expecting these people to not be super dicks. Part of why I am proud of the police is that I have some chance to right this issue (also why I really wanted to be an officer prior to Uni).
I'm not sure what is going to happen at work but at least my worries these past few days are somewhat justified and I hope that helps.
I'm sure the police are interested because they've been around prior and they probably know about the boyfriend already. It's a massive shame, really.
Merely because I wanted to know if anyone else, especially in the UK, had any advice.
I wasn't sure if I should try and sent email threats or go to the police. I'm happy I did the latter. I'm happy that I didn't change the Netflix password yet.
... If mods decide it's not the best thread I wouldn't be upset. Within reason however, I appreciate that NeoGAF can be helpful at times.
Does it really make you feel better? Humanity is not inherently good, and your OP is proof that some people will treat others like shit despite them being given any kindness.
I hope you get your 360 back but you definitely made some easily avoidable mistakes in your interactions with those people.
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MrToast
Member
To be honest, from the sounds of it, they might need the Xbox 360 more than you if they really needed to steal it. If it were me I would personally let this one go and buy a used one from CEX. Could always just get the progress back on those games by grinding all the way back up to the points of each save.
Grettir_the_Swole
Member
Have you considered going balls to the wall and simply posting the thief's private info that you have? Who knows, there might be one gaffer talented enough to make the thief's life a living hell. At this point if they don't have any money they might try to sell it.
The police have enough information to pursue it. I wouldn't commit a crime to get to back.
I'm expecting it hear back tomorrow.
How About No
Member
...don't
I'm from Greater Manchester too and was going to suggest they post the person's name, as someone on here might know them (or know someone who knows them) on Facebook etc.
But then I realised that's a very bad idea.
Good news (kinda) update: I have given the police the male's phone number and to my surprise they are still using the Netflix account at the same I.P. (actually, it's slightly different from what I understand it should point to the same account).
Which means, whatever happens, they did all of this for a Netflix account and a Borderlands save. I'm surprised and thankful that they're stupid enough to keep using my account...
Which means, whatever happens, they did all of this for a Netflix account and a Borderlands save. I'm surprised and thankful that they're stupid enough to keep using my account...
Can we use this to blame Randy and call him names again? It's always fun to bully Randy
Part of me wonders if it's the real reason why they were compelled to take it. Dude apparently reached NG+ in less than a week.
Somewhere, Jonathan Blow is saying "I told you so"
RenegadeXV8
Banned
Are you sure you're not just doing it because you think it makes people like you more?
I'm sure. Especially since I'm fully aware it makes quite a lot of people uninterested.
It may be because I lived with a lot of older brothers and sharing -- everyone getting the same everything -- wasn't always possible. I'm not a communist or anything.
It's a natural high you can get addicted to, helping others. Within reason, I need to learn.
Not that I would stop these people from having the book thrown at them if it came to that.