Do not forget that people from the surrounding communities also take advantage of the free music and entertainment at the squares. So it is possible that people who aren't even residents could be the instigators. But stuff happens when there is a lot of booze flowing and not many police people around.
It’s the villages, still the real world, not Heaven. There will always be bad apples & assholes. Also, you can’t reason with a drunk. Not worth your time. Better to just move away. Sorry this happened when you were showing your visitors around. Just have to enjoy the 98% of great people in the villages & stay clear of the 2% people that might not be so nice.
144,700 population as of 123122. Rude drunks ruin everything. Miserable being sober around a bunch of drunks. I’m the sober one. You may never experience this again. Timing is everything. Sorry your guests also had to be exposed to this. It happens everywhere. The city I live in has approximately 86,000 residents and, I’m sure, far more crime than The Villages.
I think your observations are spot on, but it like to toss another out…squares are loaded with visiting people who are in vacation/party mode. After a night of bad behavior they don’t wonder or concern themselves over what sort of fool they made of themselves in front of neighbors & community.
If somebody cuts in front of you, tossing their hair everywhere while drunk the thing to do is walk away. Not pointing fingers because I wasn't there, but for you and your friends to yell and literally push someone back makes you partly to blame for that altercation. I don't mean to ruffle any feathers saying that but just walking away in that situation is the only solution.
The funny part that I didn't bring up in the video was that the boyfriend confronted my wife as she was walking to the restrooms and when my wife told him what she did he said "Oh I'm sorry. I understand, my apologies". My guess is she behaved like this before.
I don't like the fact of all the rentals in that place, plus Airbnb's. A lot of people are buying up those houses as rental units. That's a turn-off for me because , let's face it, most rental people don't give a damn. My husband and I almost bought a condo on the lake here, and then found out it's 15% rentals, so we backed out of the sale before we even got to the paperwork.
These events are a reflection of what’s happening in America, not the Villages. Why would you think this place would be impervious to the real world problems that are happening to the rest of us? The bubble doesn’t keep you safe from the reality of society. To think this is naive.
⏩ Given the times we're in, *there should be a security officer at Live events.* I'm guessing the issue is more about non-residents, as anyone can attend those nightly Live music events. Thankfully there was no actual violence. *Where is that pond behind you?* It's beautiful! Thanks for the info.
Community watch was there but not visible when things started going down. The lady that started the issue yelled "I live here" so I know "outsiders" cause some of the problems here but not this time. Also the man charged with a hate crime was a Village resident. Unfortunately bad apples are everywhere. we can't avoid it anymore.
@@insidethevillagesbubble5095 That's unfortunate. Alcohol can make some people jerks. Sorry you had to deal with that. Chances are, they've been jerks to others also. Maybe the villages needs a public square drying out tank!
Most crime here is taking advantage of seniors and bilking them out of money. 95% of people we have met are super friendly and nice. You are assuing the people you encountered live here. Maybe they do and maybe they dont.
Brian, when encountering rude drunk people, maybe you be the better person, the one with more self control, walk away. But you decided to engage them and escalate it! So much for Florida's friendliest. Maybe you will learn to acclimate
Well this video makes me think TV is very safe. Recently in Long Beach, CA, four people on the beach were stabbed by a man in separate areas, one was killed.
Overall yes, very little crime compared to similar areas. My point was that it still exists. The Daily Sun Newspaper does not have a local crime blotter. We had a SWAT team standoff in the Villages this summer and not a word about it.
@@insidethevillagesbubble5095 Apparently the SWAT team standoff doesn’t fit the narrative. I think mainstream media is the biggest betrayer of America.
@@ES-bn1bi The newspaper is owned by the Villages and is one big promotional piece used to sell homes and the lifestyle. Nothing negative happens inside the bubble.
Like you said, The Villages is bigger than cities like Syracuse. It’s like a big city. It’s no surprise that there would be crime with such a big population. But, it’s a huge minority. A city this size would have a much higher rate. Was this a resident? A lot of times, it’s someone from outside the bubble, or a child or grandchild of a resident responsible for crime.
I'm guessing the woman was a resident because she yelled "I live here" at us. I am sure that our crime rate is less than most comparable areas. There is a small percentage of troublemakers and yes, a lot of crime reports state the perps are from the outside. A lot of adult children living with their parents too.
Moral of the story: Don't drink bad 🍎 wine & do your acting out on stage at the theater 🎭 of The Villages. On next video we will have the woman whose hair flew into the drink demonstrating this new hair dance move.
A place with 140k people and growing.. The Villages is just a cross section of society.. You will meet all kinds just like where everyone came from. There are fights and drunks at Disney world also.. Unfortunately it's just the world we live in today..
We lived in the Villages for 2 years, you can all have it. Thre's too much alcohol abuse. As my wife says because people get old doesn't mean they have any sense.
Just walk away!! Why get involved with drunk people! Please don't make our home sound so bad for a couple of bad incidents. Yes there are bad apples, but I think just a few around.
Exactly why my wife and I are considering On Top of the World since they have guarded gates with very limited entrance. The villages is going to have increasing problems with security until they privatize the roads and put guards on the gates and limit entry rigidly. The more you limit diversity in all aspects the better off you will be. A homogeneous society is a happy society.
@@samueldavis2327 There are also communities built by Del Webb and a few others. I am sure any realtor can point you in the right direction. Good luck.
@@angelgirl7832 Yes. Thank you for the warning. I am specifically looking for a real gated community with guards on the gates, like top of the world or Spruce Creek, Flyin in Daytona, but I’m kind of wanting to get away from the coast. We live on the ocean now.
I have seen yelling amongst drivers here but no fist fights. Defensive driving is a must down here. Many people don’t feel the need to obey stop signs or any other rules.
In the big picture, what was the point of making this video? The saying stands that, ”Alcohol and gunpowder don’t mix”… maybe, especially now days, a better and more relevant caution should be that “alcohol and egos don’t mix.” Who among us has never once, regretted letting their mouth overrule politeness and good judgement? Mature and wiser folks anticipate the relevance of common sense, and choose the times to put their ego in their pocket, and bring out a bit of grace.
If we were in that position we would have walked away. If they followed us we would have walked to security. If not available we would have walked to one of the bars and requested security. At no time would we have pushed any intoxicated people around. All that said, after almost a year here, we have encountered nothing close to your adventure.
This was the only issue we have had. When I said about pushing happening I think most viewers thought the worst. The drunk woman grabbed my wife's arms (And left bruises) and pushed her in which time I separated them. I never shoved her back or got out of hand with her. I yelled for security but none was in sight. Things escalated when she came back with her husband/boyfriend. At that point there was still no sign of security until after they left. It's just unfortunate that this happened while we were trying to show off all that the Villages has to offer to friends.
@@insidethevillagesbubble5095 I really appreciate you sharing this unfortunate incident. There will NEVER be anything wrong with the truth. I’m subscribing now because I get tired of other channels sounding like an infomercial for The Villages. Keep up the good work! Love from Texas ❤!
I would have told the guy that you didn’t disrespect his wife but if it made him feel better you would be happy to do so because she’s a liar. The follow up to that is a left jab followed by a right cross.
OH NO, A HATE CRIME!?!?!?!?! God save us all. Seriously, every crime is a "hate" crime at the time (the two parties are NOT in love with each other in that moment). As mentioned below: 1) Walk away from drunk people, no reasoning with them; and 2) TV is not heaven, but with certainty the crime element and crime events are minuscule as compared to other communities (cities) of this size (140k+). That the squares are accessible to the public is an important consideration.
Drugs? And possible hate crimes? WOW! THAT'S SAD!
Do not forget that people from the surrounding communities also take advantage of the free music and entertainment at the squares. So it is possible that people who aren't even residents could be the instigators. But stuff happens when there is a lot of booze flowing and not many police people around.
It’s the villages, still the real world, not Heaven. There will always be bad apples & assholes. Also, you can’t reason with a drunk. Not worth your time. Better to just move away. Sorry this happened when you were showing your visitors around. Just have to enjoy the 98% of great people in the villages & stay clear of the 2% people that might not be so nice.
And that's just what we did, we moved away.
One point, people in the squares can be from anywhere, it is open to the public. You must always be aware.
What a drag ….. sorry it happened - and escalated …… appreciate you sharing - it’s usually not easy to win an argument with an intoxicated person!
144,700 population as of 123122. Rude drunks ruin everything. Miserable being sober around a bunch of drunks. I’m the sober one. You may never experience this again. Timing is everything. Sorry your guests also had to be exposed to this. It happens everywhere. The city I live in has approximately 86,000 residents and, I’m sure, far more crime than The Villages.
Many people in TV carry a handgun. The small stuff doesn't bother them. Just move away from the drunks and be ready for the big stuff.
I think your observations are spot on, but it like to toss another out…squares are loaded with visiting people who are in vacation/party mode. After a night of bad behavior they don’t wonder or concern themselves over what sort of fool they made of themselves in front of neighbors & community.
Drunks are everywhere. This is life.
Thank you for your openness & honestly.
If somebody cuts in front of you, tossing their hair everywhere while drunk the thing to do is walk away. Not pointing fingers because I wasn't there, but for you and your friends to yell and literally push someone back makes you partly to blame for that altercation. I don't mean to ruffle any feathers saying that but just walking away in that situation is the only solution.
Yep...
The funny part that I didn't bring up in the video was that the boyfriend confronted my wife as she was walking to the restrooms and when my wife told him what she did he said "Oh I'm sorry. I understand, my apologies". My guess is she behaved like this before.
They need to ban alcohol in the villages
I don't like the fact of all the rentals in that place, plus Airbnb's. A lot of people are buying up those houses as rental units. That's a turn-off for me because , let's face it, most rental people don't give a damn. My husband and I almost bought a condo on the lake here, and then found out it's 15% rentals, so we backed out of the sale before we even got to the paperwork.
@@floridaroadwaysthat’s ridiculous. That’s the same as saying they need to ban alcohol in America. 🙄
These events are a reflection of what’s happening in America, not the Villages. Why would you think this place would be impervious to the real world problems that are happening to the rest of us?
The bubble doesn’t keep you safe from the reality of society. To think this is naive.
Heaven is after death, so I don’t think no one is going to find it in The Villages or anywhere on Earth, 🙏🏽
⏩ Given the times we're in, *there should be a security officer at Live events.* I'm guessing the issue is more about non-residents, as anyone can attend those nightly Live music events. Thankfully there was no actual violence.
*Where is that pond behind you?* It's beautiful! Thanks for the info.
Community watch was there but not visible when things started going down. The lady that started the issue yelled "I live here" so I know "outsiders" cause some of the problems here but not this time. Also the man charged with a hate crime was a Village resident. Unfortunately bad apples are everywhere. we can't avoid it anymore.
@@insidethevillagesbubble5095 That's unfortunate. Alcohol can make some people jerks. Sorry you had to deal with that. Chances are, they've been jerks to others also. Maybe the villages needs a public square drying out tank!
Since when does alcohol make anyone reasonable?
Most crime here is taking advantage of seniors and bilking them out of money. 95% of people we have met are super friendly and nice. You are assuing the people you encountered live here. Maybe they do and maybe they dont.
New subscriber because you present the truth!
Brian, when encountering rude drunk people, maybe you be the better person, the one with more self control, walk away. But you decided to engage them and escalate it! So much for Florida's friendliest. Maybe you will learn to acclimate
Spanish Springs is dangerous. I sold my first house to avoid the problems, and problem person, at that square. Glad to be out.
Well this video makes me think TV is very safe. Recently in Long Beach, CA, four people on the beach were stabbed by a man in separate areas, one was killed.
Overall yes, very little crime compared to similar areas. My point was that it still exists. The Daily Sun Newspaper does not have a local crime blotter. We had a SWAT team standoff in the Villages this summer and not a word about it.
@@insidethevillagesbubble5095 Apparently the SWAT team standoff doesn’t fit the narrative. I think mainstream media is the biggest betrayer of America.
@@ES-bn1bi The newspaper is owned by the Villages and is one big promotional piece used to sell homes and the lifestyle. Nothing negative happens inside the bubble.
@@insidethevillagesbubble5095 Some people don't want to know what's really going on. Thanks for sharing the truth.
Ahgeez Rebecca 🤦🏻
Like you said, The Villages is bigger than cities like Syracuse. It’s like a big city. It’s no surprise that there would be crime with such a big population. But, it’s a huge minority. A city this size would have a much higher rate. Was this a resident? A lot of times, it’s someone from outside the bubble, or a child or grandchild of a resident responsible for crime.
I'm guessing the woman was a resident because she yelled "I live here" at us. I am sure that our crime rate is less than most comparable areas. There is a small percentage of troublemakers and yes, a lot of crime reports state the perps are from the outside. A lot of adult children living with their parents too.
Moral of the story: Don't drink bad 🍎 wine & do your acting out on stage at the theater 🎭 of The Villages. On next video we will have the woman whose hair flew into the drink demonstrating this new hair dance move.
A place with 140k people and growing.. The Villages is just a cross section of society.. You will meet all kinds just like where everyone came from. There are fights and drunks at Disney world also.. Unfortunately it's just the world we live in today..
No where is perfect that i have seen if there is alcohol there will be problems here and there it's gonna happen
We lived in the Villages for 2 years, you can all have it. Thre's too much alcohol abuse. As my wife says because people get old doesn't mean they have any sense.
Just walk away!! Why get involved with drunk people! Please don't make our home sound so bad for a couple of bad incidents. Yes there are bad apples, but I think just a few around.
Hillbilly heaven.
I instantly call cops when the drunks cant control themselves, let them hash it out with the cops
Moral of the story. Don’t drink and dance.
dui might not be considered a violent crime but it can kill just like one. I wish people would grow up.
Owwwww….poor things!
You seem too young to be settled in The Villages, which is a haven for older, retired folks?
Wow that's sad what you encountered twice!
Really bad timing when trying to talk friends into moving here as well.
Exactly why my wife and I are considering On Top of the World since they have guarded gates with very limited entrance. The villages is going to have increasing problems with security until they privatize the roads and put guards on the gates and limit entry rigidly.
The more you limit diversity in all aspects the better off you will be. A homogeneous society is a happy society.
Please look carefully at on that subdivision, you are leasing the land.
@@angelgirl7832 I certainly will. I assumed that you owned the land and the home on fee simple deed. Thank you very much for the warning.
@@samueldavis2327 There are also communities built by Del Webb and a few others. I am sure any realtor can point you in the right direction. Good luck.
@@angelgirl7832 Yes. Thank you for the warning. I am specifically looking for a real gated community with guards on the gates, like top of the world or Spruce Creek, Flyin in Daytona, but I’m kind of wanting to get away from the coast. We live on the ocean now.
please explain your statement- ntry rigidly.
The more you limit diversity in all aspects the better off you will be
I am moving there next month. Looking forward to meeting the great people there. Stay safe all and sorry a few drunks ruined a nice evening
Please tie up your hair when you dance while drinking. Wouldn't want your hair to get wet.
Congratulations on the move. Many great people and things to do down here. Hardest part for me is finding the time.
We saw road rage there when visiting 3 years ago Road rage car and golf cart fist fight. no good.
I have seen yelling amongst drivers here but no fist fights. Defensive driving is a must down here. Many people don’t feel the need to obey stop signs or any other rules.
Did your husband finally go to his court ordered Anger 🤬 Managemen
class after the golf cart fist fight?
👏👍
In the big picture, what was the point of making this video? The saying stands that, ”Alcohol and gunpowder don’t mix”… maybe, especially now days, a better and more relevant caution should be that “alcohol and egos don’t mix.” Who among us has never once, regretted letting their mouth overrule politeness and good judgement? Mature and wiser folks anticipate the relevance of common sense, and choose the times to put their ego in their pocket, and bring out a bit of grace.
This is news?
If we were in that position we would have walked away. If they followed us we would have walked to security. If not available we would have walked to one of the bars and requested security. At no time would we have pushed any intoxicated people around.
All that said, after almost a year here, we have encountered nothing close to your adventure.
This was the only issue we have had. When I said about pushing happening I think most viewers thought the worst. The drunk woman grabbed my wife's arms (And left bruises) and pushed her in which time I separated them. I never shoved her back or got out of hand with her. I yelled for security but none was in sight. Things escalated when she came back with her husband/boyfriend. At that point there was still no sign of security until after they left.
It's just unfortunate that this happened while we were trying to show off all that the Villages has to offer to friends.
@@insidethevillagesbubble5095 I really appreciate you sharing this unfortunate incident. There will NEVER be anything wrong with the truth. I’m subscribing now because I get tired of other channels sounding like an infomercial for The Villages. Keep up the good work! Love from Texas ❤!
stop Whining Why make a CZcams video out of it Get off my TV.
Wilkins, C.
Calm down Chuckie. Take your psychotic medication with your chocolate milk. Be nice to the CZcams content creator.
I would have told the guy that you didn’t disrespect his wife but if it made him feel better you would be happy to do so because she’s a liar. The follow up to that is a left jab followed by a right cross.
OH NO, A HATE CRIME!?!?!?!?! God save us all. Seriously, every crime is a "hate" crime at the time (the two parties are NOT in love with each other in that moment). As mentioned below: 1) Walk away from drunk people, no reasoning with them; and 2) TV is not heaven, but with certainty the crime element and crime events are minuscule as compared to other communities (cities) of this size (140k+). That the squares are accessible to the public is an important consideration.
MAGA NUTS
Yes, those are the people causing the crime and violence wave we are seeing....you're willfully ignorant