Aug 03 2009
Metal Detector Superhero
Okay, that’s bit of an exaggeration. But I think that someone who is willing to help fight crime in such an unusual way deserves some credit. The who: a man by the name of Yves St. Brice (quite the bad guy name right there) led Police on a high speed chase, endangering several drivers while trying to escape. The where: Worcester, Massachusetts. The why: apparently, Yves robbed a Zale’s jewelry store by snatching a ring, when he was arrested the ring was gone…
So what makes this story so different you might be asking? A man who witnessed the chase, grabbed his metal detector where he saw St. Brice speeding and actually found the missing ring! This unknown “crime fighter” went out of his way to help out and did the impossible by locating a needle in the haystack so to speak. Even if he saw where the ring was tossed (which I doubt he did.) Think about the bounce that ring must have taken at such high speeds; and not only that, but the amount of area he must have had to cover with his metal detector! There has been no word of a reward or what metal detector the man used. As for St. Brice, well he is being charged with felony theft now that the evidence has been found.
It was my nieghbors detector. I had an idea he dropped it when he gave up. I found it in 15 minutes, returned it and have not even received a thank-you note from Zales. That doen’t matter, my kids were proud of me.
We too are proud of you Mr. Adams, and we thank you for your service to your community. Your efforts speak volumes, and I must add it was disappointing to hear that Zales has not contacted you yet. Whatever the case, the staff at TH’ing would like to commend you for being our first ever “Metal Detector Superhero!”
Hi, I am Basil’s next door neighbor and must say that months later I am still enraged about the lack of acknowledgement and appreciation from the Zales management. Anyone who knows Basil, knows that he is a giver and a do’er for the neighborhood/community and NEVER expects anything in return. Unfortunatley some take advantage of his kindness. He went out on a mission to help a greedy corporation and local authorities from an insurance claim and legal restitution. Not even a simple thank you or gift certificate for dinner with his wife and kids to celebrate his story. From what I hear it was no $50 friendship ring either. In the end I know where I won’t be shopping for jewelry and my wife and I are so very proud of the heroic actions and sacrifies made by Basil. He is truly a wonderful neighbor and friend. -Shawn