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Not to worry - the viewing experience was EDUCATIONAL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It is infuriating that society should have to contend with these sorts of THUGS roaming about like rabid dogs while Woke Radicals and their LIE-beral allies seek to excuse the thugs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The problems you are having ARE NO WORSE than those in any other western democracy with a high number of Woke and LIE-beral politicians!!!!!!!!!!! Here in Canada - a new report has been issued revealing that ONE THIRD of all the Cdn murder victims in the last year were killed by PEOPLE OUT ON BAIL for various other violent crimes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yet Cdn LIE-beral;s and their Woke allies have just presented a new report detailing how they want to FURTHER GUT the legal system - by making bail even easier to get and by REDUCING SENTENCES for various crimes such that the prison population WILL BE REDUCED BY THIRTY PERCENT.......................... and of course LIE-berals want to REDUCE POLICE BUDGETS EVEN FURTHER so that thugs of the kind that attacked you can operate more easily here in Canada!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Glad to see you are recovering well. I got punched in the face by a random thug myself in broad daylight during a normal workday. The man tried to king hit me with no provocation or warning outside the KFC near the Flinders Street Station exit on Elizabeth Street. Police told me it happens all the time apparently. Like yourself I got a nice black eye and my glasses were completely busted. Despite the plethora of cameras in the area and the fact that I am sure the individual was known to the police, no arrests were made. The first policeman actually tried to dissuade me from logging an incident, saying that nothing would happen anyway. I insisted that it be logged, so that at least the statistics show the stark reality and I am pleased to report that during my follow up meeting with a young female officer, I received far more help and empathy. However, I still never heard back from the police on the matter and gave up on justice. The CBD is now for the thugs, druggies and the homeless, I won't go back there for work or socialising unless I absolutely have to. Hope you never have to suffer this indignity again mate. Stay safe.
Hi sorry to hear I can't believe that THE EXACT SAME THING HAPPENED TO ME a couple months ago, IN THE EXACT SAME SPOT!!! except my whole escooter, backpack and items were stolen. I ran after them and confronted one and had to befriend him since he was scared i'll call the cops which i still did. He was quite young, had long hair, a hoody and seemed 'scabby' as if he had been scratching due to drug use. He then shook my hand, said sorry and told me his name! He gave back everything except for my phone which i reported to police and still havent got back.
Australia is turning into a 3rd world country. The politicians of both sides do not care about the people. They are controlled by US. Welcome to US culture.
The way Australian police and law handle teenage criminals is a joke. Those teenagers need more "education". Another lesson from this incident is to never show your belongings to strangers if they ask. They have no right to make such a request. If they insist, ask them to call the police. All train stations, especially major ones, are not safe during off-peak periods. Be cautious and prepared to take action if you need to go there.
Yeah no my mother has been pretty guarded of me even remaining in the CBD or around these days, as I do not have a travel partner and she's seen way too many of similar incidents on the internet.
As someone who has police officers in the family, I can tell you they are so frustrated by the legal process these days in Victoria. Don't think for a minute officers want offenders on the streets again five minutes later just so they have to deal with them again.
@@mbwyatt1978 I am not blaming police officers, they just do what they can do. I mean the law is almost useless when handling teenage criminal which doesn't give enough power to police officers to deter.
Agreed or even stupidly, never leave them unattended!!!! I did for 5 minutes in that exact same spot and they were stolen by these same group of youth!!..... My whole escooter, backpack and items were stolen. I ran after them and confronted one and had to befriend him since he was scared i'll call the cops which i still did. He was quite young, had long hair, a hoody and seemed 'scabby' as if he had been scratching due to drug use. He then shook my hand, said sorry and told me his name! He gave back everything except for my phone which i reported to police and still havent got back.
As a teenager in Australia, I'm genuinely scared by the level of violence perpetrated by other teenagers my age. It's deeply concerning for the future of our country. It's appalling that there are often no police or security nearby to seek refuge at train stations, and the fact that such criminal acts by teenagers aren't taken seriously is truly disgusting. I wish you the best recovery and hope those malakas are caught. 🙌
Mate, so sorry you went through that awful situation. For the future: if someone comes up to you when you're alone and asks for the time, a light, a smoke or anything - get the hell out of there because nothing good is going to happen (to you) and always remember: They're NEVER EVER alone.
While not blaming the victim, I agree that this attack was very preventable. A sketchy looking bloke in a cap and hoodie asking to see your property? Just a fair whack of naivete here, unfortunately. Sadly, he'll be hardened by this experience, and will go through life having to be a little more suspicious of strangers. But ultimately, that's how we all need to live, especially in places we're not super familiar with.
@@Noacuracy Dude, don't wait to find out, it happened to me many years back, first l was asked the time, then surrounded, kicked to the ground by 4-6 thugs and then while on the ground bleeding and having the daylights kicked out of me, they checked the back pockets of my jeans. NOT a nice experience and one l never want to go through again.
@@scottnewton9619that's unfortunate to hear mate. Following an experience like that I can understand where you're coming from but I can also understand where the person you replied to is coming from. Thankfully, Australia is still an extremely safe country, despite the doom fap narrative the media love to project upon society. For every instance that occurs between strangers daily, yours and this content creator's experience is the event that occurs in the percentages of a percent case. It's disgusting, weak and morally reprehensible behaviour, absolutely! But in life we all have a time of genuine need via a stranger, and if we all behaved in the manner you're suggesting, society and the life experience on the whole, will be the one worse of because of it. Please don't think I'm dismissing, or downplaying your personal reaction following your physical assault and robbery. I've had a similar 'ish' experience but with a knife being pulled on me, thankfully with no physical assault occuring. What's funny is, its at this very station earlier this year I encountered one of those 'moments' where you feel, 5hit might be about to go 'sideways' here. Call it experience, luck, fate or a even a personal misconception, you may have experienced it yourself, but it's like a sense of darkness completely takes over the atmosphere or something. I quickly realised that hold on...these two think I'm the prey. Immediately in that split second, I took control of the situation and flipped the switch, defusing any ideas these other two had. Even the other bloke I was talking to before and during this happened said, 'that was weird asf man, I don't if they had something planned like a set up or what but that wasn't the norm'. Im just like, 'i know bro, the spider senses went off like an alarm all of a sudden and hence me kinda flicking like a light, who knows 🤷, very strange though".
The teenage crime is Melbourne is getting out of hand, only a matter of time these criminals turn into murderers, as the criminal justice system in Victoria is completely broken and all they would get is a slap on the wrist and basically learn that there is no consequence to their criminality.
The place has an ACTUAL police station inside it. There's just an unbelievable amount of people everywhere at all times there. Before it was rebuilt it was a REAL hellhole
@@grumpygranny724there should always be enough security at all stations in the city loop at all times. This shit happens because offenders like this know there’s no one to stop them
THEY DON'T EVEN BOTHER LOOKING FOR CRIMINALS ANY MORE ARE YOU KIDDING ME - SOMEONE HIT AND RUN IN FRONT OF THE POLICE STATION BUILDING NEXT TO THE SOUTHERN CROSS STATION, THEY DIDN'T EVEN GET BACK TO ME AFTER THE REPORT !!!!!
@YallahletsgoG No, I was on the other side of the Country. But thieving bastards like the one seen here, are a blight on any Nation. And it offends my Australian sensibilities.
I'm embarrassed that the city I live in has treated you this way. Our state government continues to deny that there is a problem and our pathetic Judiciary continues to bail offenders. I'm reminded of the words of Ray Shoesmith from the sensational TV series, Mr. Inbetween. He says "these pricks keep getting away with this because there are no consequences". Stay safe mate
It's horrible that happened mate, unusually feel safe when walking in Melbourne (that is compared to Sydney). But there are low life people everywhere that just enjoy preying on people.
I'm an Asian, was attacked years ago in Melbourne, and the police did nothing for me back then. I wish you all the best. Well, the situation I was in was not racism, I believe the attackers were thinking that Asian people are peaceful and reluctant to fight back, that's makes us easy target. Plus since most of us are travelers, so the police won't bother to do their jobs as well.
@@user-ed7pu5uj3q Yeah, I hear the Chinese don't like whites much at all there. We treat them much better here than they do us. So much so there'll be more of them here than us soon and own most of the real estate too.
@user-ed7pu5uj3q not physically assaulted or robbed, though. Aussies mock asians and black people too. Don't try to justify this shit using whataboutism
I am saddened by what happened to you, I fully agree that there should be Police officers present when trains are running. Hopefully this will not deter you from posting more of your excellent travels.
We love you Rory. Your contributions to Australia are immeasurable. It's shameful that no steps are taken to reduce the sorts of occurrences. I wish you a continued quick recovery, health and happiness. ❤
What a disgrace that there was no one there to assist in case of an emergency. Absolutely disgraceful, sorry to hear you had to go through that Rory, everyone deserves to feel safe in Melbourne
@@benjijarmanits not "privatisation", its a completely failed, overly socialist government. Money being bled to keep overpaid public servants on the gravy train.
Yeah its getting worse year by year it feels. Someone i've done support work for, who uses a wheelchair, has been abused and assaulted while using public transport and just while at cafes etc around Melbourne. No one did anything any of the times. Worst part is, crims get worse, police get more useless, but you can bet that if we whipped out a self defense weapon while being assaulted we would be the ones to get locked up. Infuriating.
Rory, I’m so sorry- as I’ve said previously, you’re such a decent and respectful vlogger, and human more generally. In a million years, you don’t deserve such a horrible encounter. Stay strong!
So sorry this happened mate. It's so tiring (as a Victorian here) to watch the news every night and hear another story of 12, 13, 14 etc year olds stealing cars, robbing places, and assaulting people, and then getting released that same night. Hoping you get well.
I moved to Northern NSW, ya think it's lawless down there? They had manners, it's Wild West out here cops ain't coming. My Father always said New South was the Land of the Wicked & The Darkness. Gee I miss infrastructure in general, even Police
So upsetting to watch you go through this malicious attack. Glad you have not had any permanent injury to your eye. It’s important you shared this so others can be careful but also to highlight the need for more security and police presence at Southern Cross station. It’s really becoming a dangerous place. Stay safe.
Rory you travel the world and you give us so much enjoyment.....it's embarrassing that the only time you have to suffer is your home country......mate keep up the good work and don't let this incident effect you......
This is horrible. I'm so sorry that happened to you, Rory. I hope you are doing okay. The fact there were no staff, police or any kind of security in the biggest train station in one of the biggest cities in Australia, is DISGRACEFUL!!!! Tourists and commuters use this station frequently not to mention buses to the airport leave from there from very early to very late. There should have been at least some kind of presence there, especially if attacks are a regular occurence.
Glad you're doing okay, good for you sticking up for yourself and not letting him steal your phone, not that it'd matter it's so easy to track phones... And happy to hear the guy was caught, he needs to be kept out of society. You should come to SA, far less likely this would happen here ♥️
When I first arrived in Melbourne, I experienced an attack. That night, while on a street in the suburbs of Melbourne, a group of teenagers in a car threw eggs at me. Fortunately, I dodged them. They drove off immediately, and I couldn't see the license plate. For my safety, I didn't chase after them. Hope your eye injury heals quickly. Good luck!
"Teenagers" They should be treated with more caution than terrorists. Oh man Australia's education system is so fucked. I have an American mate in my school who commented that at times, year 9 math seemed like if it was about year 5 math level in the USA. It's improper education and spoiling parents and their shitty manners that drives teenagers to do crazy shit like that. I remembered when I was in year 8, about 2 of my 6 best mates did fuckin drugs, and that scared me so bad I ended my relationship immediately with them. Also the Australian law systems! Oh, teenagers are so unrestricted in here it's like if all teenagers are prisoners, and the whole fucking world is their prison. Cuz they've already committed enough crimes and shit that now they don't care what they do, because they're already recieving their life sentence, except that this is the fucking reality, and the goverments don't give a shit about what teenagers do, it's like they've been granted the pass to bring hell onto Earth! Sorry that I've talked so much bullshit about teenagers. It just gets me really emotional when I hear the topic. Anyways stay safe, and I love you my friend.
Happen to me and my mates after we finished dinner we got hit by a dozen eggs in a drive by (they were red p)... Crazy stuff. Me mate had his eye bleeding
As an Australian its been fun watching Rory travel Australia by train. Always so informative about all the details from ticket price, to your seat, to the food on order. Then this happens. I hope you recover fast Rory, and i hope you don't let this end your fun in Australia. Its a shame teens turn to crime like this and i wouldn't be surprised if they are addicted to drugs. They need to pay for their next hit somehow and my understanding is drugs in Australia are very expensive.
Yes, CBA Bank money laundering, duopoly political system supports the mafia. Vote for change. My mugger got 6.5 years jail, but no drug programs then because of covid.
I worked as a cleaner in that stateroom and me and colleagues felt really unsafe. There were a lot of homeless and crazy people around and bothering us. The police barely did anything for us as they needed to see something explicit to take action so we just had to take care of our own team :(
Diversity is our strength lol Btw I am Asian too and was attacked on a Sunday morning in the City, corner of Bourke and King(?). About 15 Somalian kids in a group, chased me for like 500 meteres but I just about managed to evade them, I entered a building and screamed random names(“Tony, Jason come out and help me”) to give the impression that I knew people in there that were going to help me, the boys turned back coz of that. There was no one there, it was the campus building for some random college. I called 000, cops turned up in about 20 minutes and luckily were able to spot them, I then went to the station to give a statement and called back regularly to see what they were doing about it.. Only 4 of them were summoned to court for actually assaulting someone earlier that morning and I don’t know what happened after that. Soon Au will turn into London and the rest of Europe. Failed society imo
Hi Rory 👋 I am so sorry that this happened, and I am shocked that there is no security patrolling that station 24 hours a day. Sydney Central is just as dicey, but there are police patrolling all night. Melbourne is a beautiful city, but unfortunately, this type of crime is on the rise. The police station is nearby on Spencer Street, which is why they responded quickly. Stay safe, Rory and recover quickly.
Although Police may of "arrested" the scumbag. Guaranteed he would of been bailed and released almost straight away. Probably got a record as long as your arm and be back on the street doing it to someone else the next day...
@southpawlibranine That's exactly right and I could write a book about what I've experienced in the CBD in Brisbane over the past few years, which used to be relatively safe!
I'm an international student and recently experienced a violent and racist attack at Southern Cross station. This guy started hurling abuses at me, and when I asked him why he was mad, he punched me out of nowhere. I tried to stall him until the platform police could arrive, but he kept punching, kicking, and even threatened to kill me. At that point, I had to defend myself, so I started hitting back. The fight went on for about 3 minutes, and eventually, he tried to walk away. I called 000, but while I was looking at my phone, he suddenly ran at me and punched me in my right eye, causing multiple fractures to the orbital bone. The police witnessed this last part of the assault as they were trying to catch him (thanks to bystanders who might have alerted them).
@jetpark3743 Reread my comment. He was the one who ran away because I wasn't backing down. He came back running because police were chasing him, and I was unaware of that and was using my phone to contact vicpolice.
The racism is coming from foreigners. We are not designed to be forced to fight each other for increasingly smaller numbers of jobs, housing etc. Multiculturalism has destroyed the West and is intentional. Divide and conquer leads to more control and totalitarianism. Look across the West. Every nation is being flooded and people are fed up.
Hi Rory, I’m very sorry to hear that this has happened to you. I’m glad that the Victorian police were able to make a quick response, but as you mentioned there definitely needs to be security or some type of PSO officer at the station during the early to late night train departures and arrivals. I’m glad that no permanent damage was done, and thankfully you are okay. Please take care 🙏🏻
Im so sorry this happened to you. As you can see from the comments of your fans. Love conquers all. Keep making your amazing videos. We love what you do, and I am amazed at how well you present your videos and narrate them. Please take care.
@@aussiejohn5835 Penalties don't stop these things from happening. Need to look at why they happen. Someone desperate and willing to attack a person isn't thinking about whether they'll serve time in prison. Penalties are the easy way to make it look like the government are doing something.
@@raildoestravel The penalty wont stop anything, people still murder people in countries with the death penalty. you need to look at why people are doing this and fix that.
@JustinWatson23 I must disagree to a point because, as a young child, there must always be a penalty for wrongdoing, which is how we learn the difference between right and wrong and as we grow older the penalties differ until we become young adults. The penalties must always fit the crime.
I'm sorry this happened to you Rory 😢 6am isn't even that early, plenty of people start work before 7am and I'm out and about heading to the pool. I'm glad you are recovering ❤
Eshay is an appropriate tag for this video, as it best describes the offender’s behaviour. Hopefully you’re able to make a full recovery, and you’re able to complete that trip to Albury in the future.
Hey mate, I occasionally travel to Melbourne and am very tall and very strong but I still get scared at Southern Cross stations. The amount of drug addicts and otherwise crazy people means I never travel any of these lines at night. Not worth the risk, Melbourne is becoming a cesspool.
Stay carefully and stay safe. 30 yrs ago I got attacked in Capetown and I can imagine how you are feeling. Had the same n that minute now one was around at 5.15 pm.. Wish you good recovering and be blessed kai
ah, of course it happened in melbourne! in all seriousness, this is disgusting. its unfortunately very common for this type of behaviour in my city, and i'll never understand what kind of sick thoughts go through these idiots' heads when they decide to assault a guy trying to ride a train! get well soon rory, im really glad your eye didnt receive any permanent damage. we love you! P.S im pretty sure the reason why there was no security/staff is because southern cross is stupidly not a 24/hr station, and they don't have staff during closing hours.
@@gracewebster6940they don't care, CCTV is modern security because the Police aren't here to stop crime. They're here to punish whomever they feel they should punish and sometimes it's the victim. Rory got lucky here but he unlike me doesn't "look like a criminal". Something every Cop says to me and I'm a clean skin, not even a traffic offence recorded
@@MartintheTinman mate your situation isn't unusual , police are trained to he judgemental and suspicious, of anyone who's not their own family or fellow emergency services, they refuse to interview v, arrest, charge, a local junkie who seriously assaulted me , there's major damage , and I'm older , if it was a cop , doctor , ambo , nurse , or some charity worker , they'd charge him ! I don't know the offender , as I don't associate with scum and losers .
Been following your videos since you began - I am so sorry this has happened to you. Australia is lucky to have you and your videos bring us a little closer together. We are proud of you and the work you do. Please don't be discouraged; your community stands with you.
Rory, I am so sorry that you had to experience this attack. I am very glad you are getting better and that there is no permanent damage to your eye. This situation is disgusting, there should be police or security gaurds patrolling this area, what a disgrace!
Luckily no permanent damage to your eyes.. so sorry that it happened. You did the right thing to make a police report so that they can take action on crimes like this that makes the community feel so unsafe.
as a youth of melbourne it is putrid what some of us have come to, i got punched in the mouth for my nike puffer jacket three weeks ago on bourke street and i didnt even know the people. hope this situation improves and that something is done about it.
Sorry to hear from a Melburnian, as someone that works with many from an Asian heritage I know of many that have been attacked and or carjacked. I once had a drunk guy in broad daylight throw a wine bottle at me at 1 pm in South Melbourne market, hit my arm and smashed my phone. Despite being "known" in the area he was never caught. Unfortunately many believe that "Asians" as a easy target. I'm born here from Asian heritage but got plenty of dirty looks when I bought baby powder for my daughters or the shame I felt for looking Chinese when covid hit.
This sounds bad but Australia is still a violent and somewhat racist place and Asians should embrace the more machismo culture of some Anglos/Lebanese/Greeks/Italians/Arabs etc to protect themselves from criminals
Attacks are very common in Melbourne and I see it almost on a daily basic. I was once a victim 5 years ago losing a few teeth at Southern Cross station and the police couldn’t even catch the attacker because the security camera was too far away from the scene. Those junkies are not afraid of being caught so nothing the police can do about it. Once they serve their jail time they will be released back onto the street again.
So sorry to hear this happen to you. You come across as friendly and approachable person, then they just take advantage. Hope you recover well and continue your travels.
Glad you're okay. I saw someone seriously assaulted near the VLine bus terminals at Southern Cross early this year. The PSOs were nowhere to be seen and I flagged down a police car, which was a Public Order Response vehicle, and all they did was tell me to call 000.
I'm not surprised at that ! , At all! If it were their own being attacked they'd go lights and sirens , they'll do anything for their own . Like the cop who graduated the police academy , and who was already wanting so called stress leave after four weeks! . They hadn't yet earnt any leave ! @@lh7325
Oh Rory! I’m so sorry this happened, how awful. We love your channel and hubby and I love to watch your adventures. I hope you continue to travel and nothing like this ever happens again. Big love to you 💜
I'm sorry this happened. I wish you can continue to enjoy safe travels. Thank you for you admirable dedication to even share this criticism of Southern Cross Station.
Very upsetting to hear this. I find it disgusting that Southern Cross, one of the largest train stations in Australia, doesn’t have 24 hour policing. I hope you have a speedy recovery Rory and all that matters is that you were okay and safe in the end. My prayers go out to you! 🙏
Sorry to hear this man, I have lived in Melbourne for about 15 years and luckily not had any issues, being out on my own late at night too. Teenagers around here though know they can get away with this shit with little to no consequences.
Best wishes are with you Rory, that shouldn’t happen to anybody, especially you. I hope you recover well. I love your videos, thoughts and prayers are with you.
Oh dear, Rory. This is so bad & I am sorry to hear that. Yes, I agree that there should be more security at the train station as this is the busiest one in Melbourne. Can't believe this could happen in Australia. Take more rest & hope you will recover soon
Rory I am so sorry that this has happened to you, please don't let this incident put you off your excellent work, I look so forward to it, especially the trains. My dear old dad would be horrified at what happened to you, as Melbourne was his home town and his job was a fitter welder and boiler maker. He worked on the trains and in his retirement worked on renovating old locomotives here in New Zealand. Please keep up the good work and I look forward to your next train journey. 🌿
This is not the first time something like this has happened at southern cross! I recall a couple years ago where a bunch of young girls attacked 2 other young girls out of nowhere. Teenage violence is getting out of hand in Melbourne! not enough is being done!
Good on you for posting about this, I'm hoping this issue gets more attention and something's done about it. It's super crazy that there was no security so early in the morning at Southern Cross Station of all places. Hoping for a quick recovery, both mentally and physically for you man.
OMG that’s absolutely shocking! What a horrible experience for you. Thank goodness you didn’t end up with permanent injuries. What really annoys me, they catch these thugs but nothing ever happens to them, they just let them out on bail or whatever 😡😡😡
I'm very sorry this happened to you my friend. I was robbed at beaten and 12 years old for my reebok pumps. Just always remember the small percentage of people who choose to behave this way and the majority of people that share the same kindness in their heart as you do.
Oh mate that's awful what happened to you. I'm glad you have mostly recovered from this. I do agree there does need to be more security at Southern Cross station or even just police patrolling the area.
Such a dreadful thing to happen to you, so sad. Thank you for publishing this as this should alert authorities to a problem of lack of security. No one should be or feel endangered travelling on public transport. This needs to be rectified. Speak to your local State parliament rep and ask what is being done by the transport minister to ensure proper security. Thank you again and glad you are recovering.
🦋 You are a beautiful soul Rory, and have given myself and my family many happy hours watching your videos. I hope that you can put this nasty episode behind you asap. Love and prayers sent 💕
Sorry that this happened to you, I’ll be more wary if I’m ever at southern cross station again, I don’t travel to Melbourne often but my travels usually involve stops at southern cross station to get the airport bus
Crime epidemic in Melbourne is spiralling out of control. The justice system is not meeting the needs of society and teenage crims are met with slap on the wrist.
Ngl I thought my mum was just being overprotective in saying I shouldn’t be going into the city at night especially if I’m not in a group, but right now it’s seeming like stuffs actually kinda bad right now
@@nathanolson3135 I’m not I’m just saying there was some truth to my mum’s concern… and even if someone’s a ‘wuss’, I don’t think people should be so quick to judge them, they’re just tryna live to see another day, and whether that day is more boring than someone that isn’t a ‘wuss’ probably doesn’t concern them as much. But nah if my mum makes it clear she doesn’t want me doing something, even if I think it’s silly, and I provide reasoning against it, I try to respect her wishes. I believe in The Lord Jesus Christ, and He says to honour your father and mother.
@@ivwvyThat's an absolute overreaction - Melbourne is still one of the safest cities in the world, in the grand scheme of things. Like any city, just don't show a sketchy stranger in a cap and a hoodie your phone at 6am. Just pretty logical, really.
@@Wintermute-088but there’s also the fact to consider that even if you ignore someone sketchy looking that’s asking you for something and you try moving away from them, they still might follow you!
Rory, I am sorry that you experienced such a terrible incident at Southern Cross Station. I live in Brunswick, Melbourne and feel deeply sorry that someone visiting Melbourne was attacked in what should be a safe public space. Thank you for sharing your story. I am writing to my local state member to highlight the security risk of no security staff at Southern Cross so that he can ask the Victorian premier why there is this security flaw. I hope you enjoy the remainder of your time in Melbourne and don't adjust your itinerary due to this experience. Sebastian, Brunswick/Merri-bek, Naarm/Melbourne
This is terrible Rory. I am so sad to hear this happened to you and very sad that there are people that would do this to another person. I am even more concerned as a fellow Melbourne resident. We need to take a long hard look at ourselves as a society to see why incidents like this happen and do everything we can to try and stop them ever happening again. I am glad you are recovering. Looking forward to more of your excellent videos.
OMG THAT IS JUST CRAZY! I can't believe something like this would happen! People in this country are crazy and out of their mind. That is very brutal! It's very scary! I am very sorry you had to go through that, hopefully your eye is better. I have you in my prayers, Take care Rory.
Brother I’m so sorry to hear this happened to you. Just remember fella, at least you are doing something with your life, these gronks won’t get anywhere.
Feel sorry for you Rory. If they do get caught nothing ever happens which gives them free license to do anything they want. Fight back and you get into trouble!!! Anyway, stay safe and keep up the great videos!
I loved Melbourne in the 80's. I used to often walk down to the Shrine by myself in the evening and chat with the guards then walk down through the park to St Kilda Rd and hop on a tram home. It was even not too bad when I lived there again in the early 2000's, though getting shabby. I have lived in Tassie for the past 20 years and I now loath Melbourne on the rare occassions I go through it. I have to do so again in September - via Southern Cross and I was already worried. I won't be there that early but I was already planning on having my head on a swivel before I saw this. It really is frightening. I'm so glad you weren't seriously injured. There really should be police all over that place. It's a good lesson for all of us though, so thank you for sharing.
CZcams restricted this video for violating community guidelines due to showing blood and violent acts. To comply, I had to blur some images in the second half of the video. Apologies for the bad viewing experience.
@@RoryDing That's even worse...
Not to worry - the viewing experience was EDUCATIONAL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
It is infuriating that society should have to contend with these sorts of THUGS roaming about like rabid dogs while Woke Radicals and their LIE-beral allies seek to excuse the thugs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The problems you are having ARE NO WORSE than those in any other western democracy with a high number of Woke and LIE-beral politicians!!!!!!!!!!!
Here in Canada - a new report has been issued revealing that ONE THIRD of all the Cdn murder victims in the last year were killed by PEOPLE OUT ON BAIL for various other violent crimes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Yet Cdn LIE-beral;s and their Woke allies have just presented a new report detailing how they want to FURTHER GUT the legal system - by making bail even easier to get and by REDUCING SENTENCES for various crimes such that the prison population WILL BE REDUCED BY THIRTY PERCENT..........................
and of course LIE-berals want to REDUCE POLICE BUDGETS EVEN FURTHER so that thugs of the kind that attacked you can operate more easily here in Canada!!!!!!!!!!!!!
CZcams had NO respect for the innocent. They don’t give a shit about people. They just care about making money!!!
Glad to see you are recovering well. I got punched in the face by a random thug myself in broad daylight during a normal workday. The man tried to king hit me with no provocation or warning outside the KFC near the Flinders Street Station exit on Elizabeth Street. Police told me it happens all the time apparently. Like yourself I got a nice black eye and my glasses were completely busted. Despite the plethora of cameras in the area and the fact that I am sure the individual was known to the police, no arrests were made. The first policeman actually tried to dissuade me from logging an incident, saying that nothing would happen anyway. I insisted that it be logged, so that at least the statistics show the stark reality and I am pleased to report that during my follow up meeting with a young female officer, I received far more help and empathy. However, I still never heard back from the police on the matter and gave up on justice. The CBD is now for the thugs, druggies and the homeless, I won't go back there for work or socialising unless I absolutely have to. Hope you never have to suffer this indignity again mate. Stay safe.
@@vman1059 The melbourne CBD has become the 'new' new york and nobody will do anything about it
DISGUSTING behaviour
Agreed
@@CTmaster827 absolutely 💯
Hi sorry to hear I can't believe that THE EXACT SAME THING HAPPENED TO ME a couple months ago, IN THE EXACT SAME SPOT!!! except my whole escooter, backpack and items were stolen. I ran after them and confronted one and had to befriend him since he was scared i'll call the cops which i still did.
He was quite young, had long hair, a hoody and seemed 'scabby' as if he had been scratching due to drug use. He then shook my hand, said sorry and told me his name!
He gave back everything except for my phone which i reported to police and still havent got back.
Australia is turning into a 3rd world country. The politicians of both sides do not care about the people. They are controlled by US.
Welcome to US culture.
You actually got his face on camera. Why blur his face, is there a reason you’re protecting his identity, because he doesn’t deserve it bro
The way Australian police and law handle teenage criminals is a joke. Those teenagers need more "education".
Another lesson from this incident is to never show your belongings to strangers if they ask. They have no right to make such a request. If they insist, ask them to call the police.
All train stations, especially major ones, are not safe during off-peak periods. Be cautious and prepared to take action if you need to go there.
Yeah no my mother has been pretty guarded of me even remaining in the CBD or around these days, as I do not have a travel partner and she's seen way too many of similar incidents on the internet.
As someone who has police officers in the family, I can tell you they are so frustrated by the legal process these days in Victoria. Don't think for a minute officers want offenders on the streets again five minutes later just so they have to deal with them again.
@@mbwyatt1978 I am not blaming police officers, they just do what they can do. I mean the law is almost useless when handling teenage criminal which doesn't give enough power to police officers to deter.
Agreed or even stupidly, never leave them unattended!!!! I did for 5 minutes in that exact same spot and they were stolen by these same group of youth!!.....
My whole escooter, backpack and items were stolen. I ran after them and confronted one and had to befriend him since he was scared i'll call the cops which i still did.
He was quite young, had long hair, a hoody and seemed 'scabby' as if he had been scratching due to drug use. He then shook my hand, said sorry and told me his name!
He gave back everything except for my phone which i reported to police and still havent got back.
Did the police arrest the criminals?
The call from police stating that they will arrest the criminals soon says nothing.
As a teenager in Australia, I'm genuinely scared by the level of violence perpetrated by other teenagers my age. It's deeply concerning for the future of our country. It's appalling that there are often no police or security nearby to seek refuge at train stations, and the fact that such criminal acts by teenagers aren't taken seriously is truly disgusting. I wish you the best recovery and hope those malakas are caught. 🙌
Probably worse some places!
Same here
It's not just a teenagers who are criminals.. But atleast back in those days people were more respectful and the law was more strict..
Mate, so sorry you went through that awful situation. For the future: if someone comes up to you when you're alone and asks for the time, a light, a smoke or anything - get the hell out of there because nothing good is going to happen (to you) and always remember: They're NEVER EVER alone.
you got a smoke mate? just wanna know the time
While not blaming the victim, I agree that this attack was very preventable. A sketchy looking bloke in a cap and hoodie asking to see your property? Just a fair whack of naivete here, unfortunately.
Sadly, he'll be hardened by this experience, and will go through life having to be a little more suspicious of strangers. But ultimately, that's how we all need to live, especially in places we're not super familiar with.
if hes asking alot of people around you the sams thing its alright cos prolly just a regular hobo
@@Noacuracy Dude, don't wait to find out, it happened to me many years back, first l was asked the time, then surrounded, kicked to the ground by 4-6 thugs and then while on the ground bleeding and having the daylights kicked out of me, they checked the back pockets of my jeans. NOT a nice experience and one l never want to go through again.
@@scottnewton9619that's unfortunate to hear mate. Following an experience like that I can understand where you're coming from but I can also understand where the person you replied to is coming from. Thankfully, Australia is still an extremely safe country, despite the doom fap narrative the media love to project upon society. For every instance that occurs between strangers daily, yours and this content creator's experience is the event that occurs in the percentages of a percent case.
It's disgusting, weak and morally reprehensible behaviour, absolutely! But in life we all have a time of genuine need via a stranger, and if we all behaved in the manner you're suggesting, society and the life experience on the whole, will be the one worse of because of it.
Please don't think I'm dismissing, or downplaying your personal reaction following your physical assault and robbery. I've had a similar 'ish' experience but with a knife being pulled on me, thankfully with no physical assault occuring.
What's funny is, its at this very station earlier this year I encountered one of those 'moments' where you feel, 5hit might be about to go 'sideways' here. Call it experience, luck, fate or a even a personal misconception, you may have experienced it yourself, but it's like a sense of darkness completely takes over the atmosphere or something. I quickly realised that hold on...these two think I'm the prey. Immediately in that split second, I took control of the situation and flipped the switch, defusing any ideas these other two had. Even the other bloke I was talking to before and during this happened said, 'that was weird asf man, I don't if they had something planned like a set up or what but that wasn't the norm'. Im just like, 'i know bro, the spider senses went off like an alarm all of a sudden and hence me kinda flicking like a light, who knows 🤷, very strange though".
The teenage crime is Melbourne is getting out of hand, only a matter of time these criminals turn into murderers, as the criminal justice system in Victoria is completely broken and all they would get is a slap on the wrist and basically learn that there is no consequence to their criminality.
Even in Brissy
The whole of australia aye
yeh msl
Typical whiteoid conservative view, always gotta blame a scapegoat
yep remember those teens who stole a car, crashed into and killed a guy adn got bailed? so dumb
This is horrible. The fact that such a major station can have such things happen goes to show we need 24/7 security. I hope you get well 😢
Neo liberal economy. Profit above all else.
We do have 24 hour security but they can't be everywhere at once. They are too busy throwing junkies out of the toilets.
The place has an ACTUAL police station inside it. There's just an unbelievable amount of people everywhere at all times there. Before it was rebuilt it was a REAL hellhole
@@OffGridInvestor it was empty at the time according to rory
@@grumpygranny724there should always be enough security at all stations in the city loop at all times. This shit happens because offenders like this know there’s no one to stop them
Wishing you a speedy recovery. Sorry to hear that.
Thank you so much for your support! I have recovered and will be a lot more vigilant in the future. 😊
get me guess, after they arrested him, the court will grant him bail, then sentence him with 100 hours of community service? :)
100%. Allen's government just relaxed bail laws making it even easier for this excrement to get back out on the streets
100 hours? Come on mate, the judicial system isn't that harsh 🙄.
Don't forget reoffending while on bail with no repercussions.
not even that if there minors
THEY DON'T EVEN BOTHER LOOKING FOR CRIMINALS ANY MORE ARE YOU KIDDING ME - SOMEONE HIT AND RUN IN FRONT OF THE POLICE STATION BUILDING NEXT TO THE SOUTHERN CROSS STATION, THEY DIDN'T EVEN GET BACK TO ME AFTER THE REPORT !!!!!
Mate, I'm so sorry for this. A bloody disgrace.
You’re sorry for what. You weren’t there tho…
@YallahletsgoG No, I was on the other side of the Country. But thieving bastards like the one seen here, are a blight on any Nation.
And it offends my Australian sensibilities.
@@YallahletsgoG its cringe af, and we both know what he is refering to.
@@YallahletsgoG That comment right there sums you up. Personality disorder, much?
The attacker looks like you, you are responsible for this, fix your community.
I'm embarrassed that the city I live in has treated you this way. Our state government continues to deny that there is a problem and our pathetic Judiciary continues to bail offenders. I'm reminded of the words of Ray Shoesmith from the sensational TV series, Mr. Inbetween. He says "these pricks keep getting away with this because there are no consequences". Stay safe mate
People were begging for remanding offenders and a chief magistrate flat out said where, the prisons are full. Where do you want to remand them?
@@animefan7424 I pay taxes and follow the law. Its not my job figuring out how to stop these brain rotten kids
It's horrible that happened mate, unusually feel safe when walking in Melbourne (that is compared to Sydney). But there are low life people everywhere that just enjoy preying on people.
I'm an Asian, was attacked years ago in Melbourne, and the police did nothing for me back then. I wish you all the best. Well, the situation I was in was not racism, I believe the attackers were thinking that Asian people are peaceful and reluctant to fight back, that's makes us easy target. Plus since most of us are travelers, so the police won't bother to do their jobs as well.
I'm sorry to hear about that. As a Westerner, I have been verbally abused and mocked in China. Japan was much better, though.
@@user-ed7pu5uj3q What happened in China exactly
@@user-ed7pu5uj3q Yeah, I hear the Chinese don't like whites much at all there. We treat them much better here than they do us. So much so there'll be more of them here than us soon and own most of the real estate too.
@user-ed7pu5uj3q not physically assaulted or robbed, though. Aussies mock asians and black people too. Don't try to justify this shit using whataboutism
I am a Westerner who gets mocked and abused by Chinese in Melbourne, so…..
I am saddened by what happened to you, I fully agree that there should be Police officers present when trains are running. Hopefully this will not deter you from posting more of your excellent travels.
Well said
They can have gangs of myki inspectors seemingly all the time but not have officers at the state's busiest station.
This is why I hate police here, they do absolutely nothing.
@@BX56_YTthey’ll fine you for going to the beach and minding your own business during COVID times
@@sebbyh9764people are still crying about that? Way to just make it a part of your personality.
We love you Rory. So glad you didn’t suffer any permanent injury to your health.
We love you Rory. Your contributions to Australia are immeasurable. It's shameful that no steps are taken to reduce the sorts of occurrences. I wish you a continued quick recovery, health and happiness. ❤
"Victoria, the place to be" - Melbourne has become an absolute cesspool. Take care and get well soon Rory. God bless you and be with you brother 🙏
Travel a bit more mate. It’s still a great place but this sort of stuff is disgraceful.
What a disgrace that there was no one there to assist in case of an emergency. Absolutely disgraceful, sorry to hear you had to go through that Rory, everyone deserves to feel safe in Melbourne
They don't, though, as this city is a disaster.
There was hundreds of cops at the free Palestine protests 14 hours before the assault.
Privately run station. Lack of security, no rubbish bins, escalators constantly broken down.
Isn't privatisation wonderful.
If somebody was there, what could thet do - hurt a criminal, and then get arrested ?
@@benjijarmanits not "privatisation", its a completely failed, overly socialist government. Money being bled to keep overpaid public servants on the gravy train.
Rory you are such a good person. I am so sorry to hear of this. We're very glad that there is no permanent damage. Respect, Craig.
Melbourne city is dangerous. As a tourist I’ve had a knife pulled on me on a tram in broad daylight. No one did anything. Nothing.
Yeah its getting worse year by year it feels. Someone i've done support work for, who uses a wheelchair, has been abused and assaulted while using public transport and just while at cafes etc around Melbourne. No one did anything any of the times. Worst part is, crims get worse, police get more useless, but you can bet that if we whipped out a self defense weapon while being assaulted we would be the ones to get locked up. Infuriating.
I would rather get locked up for that rather then me being victim @@JuniperMe
Rory, I’m so sorry- as I’ve said previously, you’re such a decent and respectful vlogger, and human more generally. In a million years, you don’t deserve such a horrible encounter. Stay strong!
So sorry this happened mate. It's so tiring (as a Victorian here) to watch the news every night and hear another story of 12, 13, 14 etc year olds stealing cars, robbing places, and assaulting people, and then getting released that same night. Hoping you get well.
The wrong types of people breeding out of control.
I moved to Northern NSW, ya think it's lawless down there? They had manners, it's Wild West out here cops ain't coming. My Father always said New South was the Land of the Wicked & The Darkness. Gee I miss infrastructure in general, even Police
So upsetting to watch you go through this malicious attack. Glad you have not had any permanent injury to your eye. It’s important you shared this so others can be careful but also to highlight the need for more security and police presence at Southern Cross station. It’s really becoming a dangerous place. Stay safe.
You need to have some martial arts training. Dont cry like baby
Holy shit. Pso at Southern Cross sounds like a no brainer.
I'm so glad you are recovered.
Recover well Rory! Sorry to hear this happened.
Thank you so much for your support! I have recovered and will be a lot more vigilant in the future. 😊
Rory you travel the world and you give us so much enjoyment.....it's embarrassing that the only time you have to suffer is your home country......mate keep up the good work and don't let this incident effect you......
This is horrible. I'm so sorry that happened to you, Rory. I hope you are doing okay.
The fact there were no staff, police or any kind of security in the biggest train station in one of the biggest cities in Australia, is DISGRACEFUL!!!! Tourists and commuters use this station frequently not to mention buses to the airport leave from there from very early to very late. There should have been at least some kind of presence there, especially if attacks are a regular occurence.
Don’t worry, the Minister for Men’s Behaviour will sort it all out … 😂🤡😵
@@MartintheTinman ?
Glad your alright young fella. U just got to be cautious it doesn't happen again. Your life is more important than the iPhone
Glad you're doing okay, good for you sticking up for yourself and not letting him steal your phone, not that it'd matter it's so easy to track phones... And happy to hear the guy was caught, he needs to be kept out of society. You should come to SA, far less likely this would happen here ♥️
When I first arrived in Melbourne, I experienced an attack. That night, while on a street in the suburbs of Melbourne, a group of teenagers in a car threw eggs at me. Fortunately, I dodged them. They drove off immediately, and I couldn't see the license plate. For my safety, I didn't chase after them. Hope your eye injury heals quickly. Good luck!
"Teenagers"
They should be treated with more caution than terrorists.
Oh man Australia's education system is so fucked. I have an American mate in my school who commented that at times, year 9 math seemed like if it was about year 5 math level in the USA. It's improper education and spoiling parents and their shitty manners that drives teenagers to do crazy shit like that. I remembered when I was in year 8, about 2 of my 6 best mates did fuckin drugs, and that scared me so bad I ended my relationship immediately with them. Also the Australian law systems! Oh, teenagers are so unrestricted in here it's like if all teenagers are prisoners, and the whole fucking world is their prison. Cuz they've already committed enough crimes and shit that now they don't care what they do, because they're already recieving their life sentence, except that this is the fucking reality, and the goverments don't give a shit about what teenagers do, it's like they've been granted the pass to bring hell onto Earth!
Sorry that I've talked so much bullshit about teenagers. It just gets me really emotional when I hear the topic.
Anyways stay safe, and I love you my friend.
You must be non white
we have 'number plates' and carry our 'licence'
Thats not an attack
Happen to me and my mates after we finished dinner we got hit by a dozen eggs in a drive by (they were red p)... Crazy stuff. Me mate had his eye bleeding
As an Australian its been fun watching Rory travel Australia by train. Always so informative about all the details from ticket price, to your seat, to the food on order. Then this happens. I hope you recover fast Rory, and i hope you don't let this end your fun in Australia. Its a shame teens turn to crime like this and i wouldn't be surprised if they are addicted to drugs. They need to pay for their next hit somehow and my understanding is drugs in Australia are very expensive.
Yes, CBA Bank money laundering, duopoly political system supports the mafia. Vote for change. My mugger got 6.5 years jail, but no drug programs then because of covid.
sound about right junkies
I worked as a cleaner in that stateroom and me and colleagues felt really unsafe. There were a lot of homeless and crazy people around and bothering us. The police barely did anything for us as they needed to see something explicit to take action so we just had to take care of our own team :(
Police are liars when they say they have to see an incident to do something.😊
Diversity is our strength lol
Btw I am Asian too and was attacked on a Sunday morning in the City, corner of Bourke and King(?).
About 15 Somalian kids in a group, chased me for like 500 meteres but I just about managed to evade them, I entered a building and screamed random names(“Tony, Jason come out and help me”) to give the impression that I knew people in there that were going to help me, the boys turned back coz of that. There was no one there, it was the campus building for some random college.
I called 000, cops turned up in about 20 minutes and luckily were able to spot them, I then went to the station to give a statement and called back regularly to see what they were doing about it..
Only 4 of them were summoned to court for actually assaulting someone earlier that morning and I don’t know what happened after that.
Soon Au will turn into London and the rest of Europe.
Failed society imo
Hi Rory 👋 I am so sorry that this happened, and I am shocked that there is no security patrolling that station 24 hours a day. Sydney Central is just as dicey, but there are police patrolling all night. Melbourne is a beautiful city, but unfortunately, this type of crime is on the rise. The police station is nearby on Spencer Street, which is why they responded quickly. Stay safe, Rory and recover quickly.
Last time I went to Melbourne was 2022 & my first thoughts within 5 minutes was "and drugs are alive and well again in Melbourne town"
There was when I went there in April
Melbourne is a real dump of a place now every crook is out on bail, sorry to hear this has occurred mate.
Although Police may of "arrested" the scumbag. Guaranteed he would of been bailed and released almost straight away. Probably got a record as long as your arm and be back on the street doing it to someone else the next day...
Adelaide is pretty much the same, last month the same thing happened to my neighbor
It's all over Australia
Not the place i grew up in
@southpawlibranine
That's exactly right and I could write a book about what I've experienced in the CBD in Brisbane over the past few years, which used to be relatively safe!
That’s so sad. Train stations are so full of atmosphere in the early morning. Sorry that took that joy from you, and your sense of safety.❤
I'm an international student and recently experienced a violent and racist attack at Southern Cross station. This guy started hurling abuses at me, and when I asked him why he was mad, he punched me out of nowhere. I tried to stall him until the platform police could arrive, but he kept punching, kicking, and even threatened to kill me. At that point, I had to defend myself, so I started hitting back. The fight went on for about 3 minutes, and eventually, he tried to walk away.
I called 000, but while I was looking at my phone, he suddenly ran at me and punched me in my right eye, causing multiple fractures to the orbital bone. The police witnessed this last part of the assault as they were trying to catch him (thanks to bystanders who might have alerted them).
Don't fight and run away
@jetpark3743 Reread my comment. He was the one who ran away because I wasn't backing down. He came back running because police were chasing him, and I was unaware of that and was using my phone to contact vicpolice.
that's terrible. I hope you are okay
The racism is coming from foreigners. We are not designed to be forced to fight each other for increasingly smaller numbers of jobs, housing etc. Multiculturalism has destroyed the West and is intentional. Divide and conquer leads to more control and totalitarianism. Look across the West. Every nation is being flooded and people are fed up.
you have permanent damage while he loses his rights at best, instead of being oblivious you should have always been alert of your surroundings.
Hi Rory, I’m very sorry to hear that this has happened to you. I’m glad that the Victorian police were able to make a quick response, but as you mentioned there definitely needs to be security or some type of PSO officer at the station during the early to late night train departures and arrivals. I’m glad that no permanent damage was done, and thankfully you are okay. Please take care 🙏🏻
As someone who frequently travels these stations at obscure times like these this was a huge eye opener. Im so sorry this happened to you
Im so sorry this happened to you. As you can see from the comments of your fans. Love conquers all. Keep making your amazing videos. We love what you do, and I am amazed at how well you present your videos and narrate them. Please take care.
Thank you so much for your kind words, and I really appreciate your support. I have recovered and will be a lot more vigilant in the future. 😊
Gangs are becoming a big problem in Melbourne. Glad to hear you are ok Rory.
@wasabinator Sydney is slowly catching up to Melbourne. The problem is that the penalties are not severe enough to be a deterrent in both cities.
@@aussiejohn5835 They need to increase the penalties like singapore has to make it safe for everyone
@@aussiejohn5835 Penalties don't stop these things from happening. Need to look at why they happen. Someone desperate and willing to attack a person isn't thinking about whether they'll serve time in prison. Penalties are the easy way to make it look like the government are doing something.
@@raildoestravel The penalty wont stop anything, people still murder people in countries with the death penalty. you need to look at why people are doing this and fix that.
@JustinWatson23 I must disagree to a point because, as a young child, there must always be a penalty for wrongdoing, which is how we learn the difference between right and wrong and as we grow older the penalties differ until we become young adults. The penalties must always fit the crime.
I'm sorry this happened to you Rory 😢 6am isn't even that early, plenty of people start work before 7am and I'm out and about heading to the pool. I'm glad you are recovering ❤
Eshay is an appropriate tag for this video, as it best describes the offender’s behaviour.
Hopefully you’re able to make a full recovery, and you’re able to complete that trip to Albury in the future.
Nah he's a filthy junkie
Hey mate, I occasionally travel to Melbourne and am very tall and very strong but I still get scared at Southern Cross stations. The amount of drug addicts and otherwise crazy people means I never travel any of these lines at night. Not worth the risk, Melbourne is becoming a cesspool.
Stay carefully and stay safe. 30 yrs ago I got attacked in Capetown and I can imagine how you are feeling. Had the same n that minute now one was around at 5.15 pm.. Wish you good recovering and be blessed kai
ah, of course it happened in melbourne!
in all seriousness, this is disgusting. its unfortunately very common for this type of behaviour in my city, and i'll never understand what kind of sick thoughts go through these idiots' heads when they decide to assault a guy trying to ride a train!
get well soon rory, im really glad your eye didnt receive any permanent damage. we love you!
P.S im pretty sure the reason why there was no security/staff is because southern cross is stupidly not a 24/hr station, and they don't have staff during closing hours.
It's baffling. Do they think criminals only work business hours?
Imagine sydney that's only Melbourne
@gracewebster6940 funny things is I would feel safe in morning as presume as scum in bed at 5am. We more worried at 1 or 2am
@@gracewebster6940they don't care, CCTV is modern security because the Police aren't here to stop crime.
They're here to punish whomever they feel they should punish and sometimes it's the victim.
Rory got lucky here but he unlike me doesn't "look like a criminal".
Something every Cop says to me and I'm a clean skin, not even a traffic offence recorded
@@MartintheTinman mate your situation isn't unusual , police are trained to he judgemental and suspicious, of anyone who's not their own family or fellow emergency services, they refuse to interview v, arrest, charge, a local junkie who seriously assaulted me , there's major damage , and I'm older , if it was a cop , doctor , ambo , nurse , or some charity worker , they'd charge him !
I don't know the offender , as I don't associate with scum and losers .
I hope you’re feeling better Rory. Don’t let them drag you down. Keep creating your videos and do what you do best.
Been following your videos since you began - I am so sorry this has happened to you. Australia is lucky to have you and your videos bring us a little closer together. We are proud of you and the work you do. Please don't be discouraged; your community stands with you.
Rory, I am so sorry that you had to experience this attack. I am very glad you are getting better and that there is no permanent damage to your eye. This situation is disgusting, there should be police or security gaurds patrolling this area, what a disgrace!
Hope you recover quickly Rory. We appreciate and love your work! Disgusting that you were made to feel unsafe and threatened like that.
Luckily no permanent damage to your eyes.. so sorry that it happened. You did the right thing to make a police report so that they can take action on crimes like this that makes the community feel so unsafe.
That's really terrible. Glad you're healing quickly. Thanks for posting the video - it helps warn others.
as a youth of melbourne it is putrid what some of us have come to, i got punched in the mouth for my nike puffer jacket three weeks ago on bourke street and i didnt even know the people. hope this situation improves and that something is done about it.
What time of day was this?
@@BoogieBrando at night like around 6:30
@@sandustorm2551 jeez that's absolutely awful
Sorry to hear from a Melburnian, as someone that works with many from an Asian heritage I know of many that have been attacked and or carjacked. I once had a drunk guy in broad daylight throw a wine bottle at me at 1 pm in South Melbourne market, hit my arm and smashed my phone. Despite being "known" in the area he was never caught.
Unfortunately many believe that "Asians" as a easy target. I'm born here from Asian heritage but got plenty of dirty looks when I bought baby powder for my daughters or the shame I felt for looking Chinese when covid hit.
Very angry about this injustice. So sorry for what happened.
Womp womp.
we need more Asians here and fewer of the uncivilised
This sounds bad but Australia is still a violent and somewhat racist place and Asians should embrace the more machismo culture of some Anglos/Lebanese/Greeks/Italians/Arabs etc to protect themselves from criminals
Auslander Raus!
Thankyou for sharing your story, what a disgrace to be unsafe in this beautiful land 💔.
Sorry to hear this. I hope you a speedy recovery
Attacks are very common in Melbourne and I see it almost on a daily basic. I was once a victim 5 years ago losing a few teeth at Southern Cross station and the police couldn’t even catch the attacker because the security camera was too far away from the scene. Those junkies are not afraid of being caught so nothing the police can do about it. Once they serve their jail time they will be released back onto the street again.
I feel sorry for you bro😢
Even in Brissy
So sorry to hear this happen to you. You come across as friendly and approachable person, then they just take advantage. Hope you recover well and continue your travels.
Great to hear you are doing well and have received a lot of support.
I’m so sorry this happened to you. That’s a dangerous time of day to be out in Melbourne
From the beginning of RoryDing travels, your amazing content presented in a gentle and peaceful style. This is outrageous.
Because this is our twin
Mate, I'm so sorry you had to go through that ordeal. I'm happy you're okay & hope you don't have to experience ever again
I'm sorry about these violent gronks that this country produces. You handled yourself well in all the chaos. Glad you're in good spirits
Glad you're okay. I saw someone seriously assaulted near the VLine bus terminals at Southern Cross early this year. The PSOs were nowhere to be seen and I flagged down a police car, which was a Public Order Response vehicle, and all they did was tell me to call 000.
Police don't care , unless it's one of their own! ..
Thanks for trying to help someone! .
No one helped me , late last year , when I needed it ...
@@265hemi7What made it worse was the cop I flagged down sarcastically said "thanks for your assistance". He looked like he couldn't care less.
I'm not surprised at that ! , At all!
If it were their own being attacked they'd go lights and sirens , they'll do anything for their own .
Like the cop who graduated the police academy , and who was already wanting so called stress leave after four weeks! .
They hadn't yet earnt any leave ! @@lh7325
I'm not surprised public order response are useless .@@lh7325
I had no idea this happened to you. I’m so sorry to hear and I am glad you are ok and no permanent injury. This is scary stuff.
Oh Rory! I’m so sorry this happened, how awful. We love your channel and hubby and I love to watch your adventures. I hope you continue to travel and nothing like this ever happens again. Big love to you 💜
I'm sorry this happened. I wish you can continue to enjoy safe travels. Thank you for you admirable dedication to even share this criticism of Southern Cross Station.
Very upsetting to hear this. I find it disgusting that Southern Cross, one of the largest train stations in Australia, doesn’t have 24 hour policing. I hope you have a speedy recovery Rory and all that matters is that you were okay and safe in the end. My prayers go out to you! 🙏
Yes this should be a wake up call for security at all open stations.
Can't wake up someone who pretends to be asleep!
Sorry to hear this man, I have lived in Melbourne for about 15 years and luckily not had any issues, being out on my own late at night too. Teenagers around here though know they can get away with this shit with little to no consequences.
Best wishes are with you Rory, that shouldn’t happen to anybody, especially you. I hope you recover well. I love your videos, thoughts and prayers are with you.
Oh dear, Rory. This is so bad & I am sorry to hear that. Yes, I agree that there should be more security at the train station as this is the busiest one in Melbourne. Can't believe this could happen in Australia. Take more rest & hope you will recover soon
Rory I am so sorry that this has happened to you, please don't let this incident put you off your excellent work, I look so forward to it, especially the trains. My dear old dad would be horrified at what happened to you, as Melbourne was his home town and his job was a fitter welder and boiler maker. He worked on the trains and in his retirement
worked on renovating old locomotives here in New Zealand. Please keep up the good work and I look forward to your next train journey. 🌿
This is not the first time something like this has happened at southern cross! I recall a couple years ago where a bunch of young girls attacked 2 other young girls out of nowhere. Teenage violence is getting out of hand in Melbourne! not enough is being done!
Glad you're ok. 🙏🙏🙏 This is horrible. No one should have to fear for there safety like this.
Hi Rory, I glad that you are fully recovered. You have made a lot of great videos. 👍👍
Holy sheet, Rory, that was terrifying! I'm so glad it wasn't worse, but yikes, that was bad enough. ❤
Good on you for posting about this, I'm hoping this issue gets more attention and something's done about it. It's super crazy that there was no security so early in the morning at Southern Cross Station of all places. Hoping for a quick recovery, both mentally and physically for you man.
OMG that’s absolutely shocking! What a horrible experience for you. Thank goodness you didn’t end up with permanent injuries. What really annoys me, they catch these thugs but nothing ever happens to them, they just let them out on bail or whatever 😡😡😡
I'm very sorry this happened to you my friend. I was robbed at beaten and 12 years old for my reebok pumps. Just always remember the small percentage of people who choose to behave this way and the majority of people that share the same kindness in their heart as you do.
Oh mate that's awful what happened to you. I'm glad you have mostly recovered from this. I do agree there does need to be more security at Southern Cross station or even just police patrolling the area.
Such a dreadful thing to happen to you, so sad. Thank you for publishing this as this should alert authorities to a problem of lack of security. No one should be or feel endangered travelling on public transport. This needs to be rectified.
Speak to your local State parliament rep and ask what is being done by the transport minister to ensure proper security.
Thank you again and glad you are recovering.
I wish you continued healing. I am so very sorry. You are clearly a gentle man. I am honestly relieved it could have ended much worse.
Hi Rory , Sorry to hear and glad that you are ok.
🦋 You are a beautiful soul Rory, and have given myself and my family many happy hours watching your videos. I hope that you can put this nasty episode behind you asap. Love and prayers sent 💕
You did this. The attacker looks like you. Fix your community
Glad to hear that you're doing well. Wishing you all the best along your journeys!😊
Sorry that this happened to you, I’ll be more wary if I’m ever at southern cross station again, I don’t travel to Melbourne often but my travels usually involve stops at southern cross station to get the airport bus
I've never commented on a youtube video ever, but my heart goes out to you mate, this never should have happened, I hope you are doing okay Rory
Crime epidemic in Melbourne is spiralling out of control. The justice system is not meeting the needs of society and teenage crims are met with slap on the wrist.
Ngl I thought my mum was just being overprotective in saying I shouldn’t be going into the city at night especially if I’m not in a group, but right now it’s seeming like stuffs actually kinda bad right now
@@ivwvydon’t be a wuss 😂
@@nathanolson3135 I’m not I’m just saying there was some truth to my mum’s concern… and even if someone’s a ‘wuss’, I don’t think people should be so quick to judge them, they’re just tryna live to see another day, and whether that day is more boring than someone that isn’t a ‘wuss’ probably doesn’t concern them as much. But nah if my mum makes it clear she doesn’t want me doing something, even if I think it’s silly, and I provide reasoning against it, I try to respect her wishes. I believe in The Lord Jesus Christ, and He says to honour your father and mother.
@@ivwvyThat's an absolute overreaction - Melbourne is still one of the safest cities in the world, in the grand scheme of things.
Like any city, just don't show a sketchy stranger in a cap and a hoodie your phone at 6am. Just pretty logical, really.
@@Wintermute-088but there’s also the fact to consider that even if you ignore someone sketchy looking that’s asking you for something and you try moving away from them, they still might follow you!
So sorry that this happened to you. Wishing you a full recovery. Everyone should have the right to feel safe at any time of day or night.
absolutely horrifying, glad to see you're much better and NOT going to that train station again. Stay safe.
As someone who used to live in Melbourne, I was shocked to see this. I’m so sorry to see what happened to you. I hope you can feel better very soon.
I'm so sorry this happened to you Rory! As a Melbournian this is really upsetting and I hope you are doing OK now
Melbourne is a horrible shithole and this just confirms it
Rory, I am sorry that you experienced such a terrible incident at Southern Cross Station. I live in Brunswick, Melbourne and feel deeply sorry that someone visiting Melbourne was attacked in what should be a safe public space. Thank you for sharing your story. I am writing to my local state member to highlight the security risk of no security staff at Southern Cross so that he can ask the Victorian premier why there is this security flaw. I hope you enjoy the remainder of your time in Melbourne and don't adjust your itinerary due to this experience. Sebastian, Brunswick/Merri-bek, Naarm/Melbourne
This is terrible Rory. I am so sad to hear this happened to you and very sad that there are people that would do this to another person. I am even more concerned as a fellow Melbourne resident. We need to take a long hard look at ourselves as a society to see why incidents like this happen and do everything we can to try and stop them ever happening again. I am glad you are recovering. Looking forward to more of your excellent videos.
OMG THAT IS JUST CRAZY! I can't believe something like this would happen! People in this country are crazy and out of their mind. That is very brutal! It's very scary! I am very sorry you had to go through that, hopefully your eye is better. I have you in my prayers, Take care Rory.
That's horrible! Glad to hear that you've recovered so well.
Brother I’m so sorry to hear this happened to you. Just remember fella, at least you are doing something with your life, these gronks won’t get anywhere.
They will continue to inflict misery on the rest of us.
Feel sorry for you Rory. If they do get caught nothing ever happens which gives them free license to do anything they want. Fight back and you get into trouble!!! Anyway, stay safe and keep up the great videos!
I loved Melbourne in the 80's. I used to often walk down to the Shrine by myself in the evening and chat with the guards then walk down through the park to St Kilda Rd and hop on a tram home. It was even not too bad when I lived there again in the early 2000's, though getting shabby.
I have lived in Tassie for the past 20 years and I now loath Melbourne on the rare occassions I go through it. I have to do so again in September - via Southern Cross and I was already worried. I won't be there that early but I was already planning on having my head on a swivel before I saw this. It really is frightening.
I'm so glad you weren't seriously injured. There really should be police all over that place. It's a good lesson for all of us though, so thank you for sharing.
Glad you are ok. Thank you for sharing. Hope this prevents someone from being hurt.