Life Texting in the theater in Florida? I don't think so... - Page 9

Al Bundy · 01-13-2014, 05:40 PM

http://www.myfoxtampabay.com/story/2...-movie-theater

WESLEY CHAPEL (FOX 13) -

A moviegoer lost his life inside a Pasco County theater Monday afternoon after a dispute over texting with a retired police officer.

According to the sheriff's office, the dispute happened before the 1:20 showing of 'Lone Survivor' had even gotten underway at the Cobb CineBistro at Grove 16 complex on Wesley Grove Blvd.

Investigators say two couples had gotten into an argument over noise.

"The victim was on his cell phone; he was texting. We believe he was making some kind of noise. This noise led to an altercation between the suspect and the victim," Sheriff Chris Nocco explained.

A witness recalled seeing the agitated man -- later identified by deputies as Curtis Reeves -- get up and leave in an apparent attempt to find a manager. When he came back alone, the argument escalated.

Charles Cummings told FOX 13 he heard the victim say he was texting his 3-year-old daughter before Reeves pulled out a pistol.

"Their voices start going up, there seems to be a confrontation, somebody throws popcorn, then bang, he was shot," said Cummings, who was there to celebrate his birthday. "I heard the victim say, 'I can't believe...,' then he fell on us."

"I asked if the guy was OK, and he started gurgling blood and then fell," recalled Cummings' son, who said he ran to call 911.

Both the man, identified by deputies as Chad Oulson, and his wife Nicole were struck by the single shot. Oulson, 43, was hit in the chest and died, while Nicole was hit in the hand when she put her hand up in front of her husband. She suffered non-life-threatening injuries.

An off-duty Sumter County deputy inside the theater was able to grab the gun and detain Reeves until deputies arrived, the sheriff added.

Reeves, a 71-year-old retired Tampa police officer, was arrested and charged with second-degree murder. A 2005 Tampa Bay Times article also described him as a former director of security for Busch Gardens.

Moments after he was named as the suspect, Tampa police issued a statement saying Reeves had retired back in 1993 as a captain.

"He was instrumental in establishing the department's first Tactical Response Team," the statement explained. "We are not aware of any contact with the department since his departure more than 20 years ago."

Nocco said his detectives considered if this could be a 'stand your ground' case but decided the criteria did not apply.

"It's absolutely crazy it would rise to this level over somebody just texting in a movie theater," he offered.

"I can't believe people would bring a gun to a movie," added Cummings, a Marine who served in Vietnam. "I can't believe they would argue and fight and shoot one another over popcorn or even a cell phone."

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Fish · 01-14-2014, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by kcfanXIII

at 70 if the texter was threatening him physically, it might as well been a threat on his life. A theater is full of stairs. An old person isn't guaranteed to survive a tumble down stairs. There is also the possibility that his body couldn't have recovered from a physical assault. He has no responsibility to sit there and accept an ass beating. People have a right to defend themselves. I would also like to stress that I am only arguing under the assumption the texter was the aggressor. I do not feel enough information has been released to come to a conclusion as to who was at fault.

Or.... you know... an asteroid could have landed on the theater and killed him. Therefore, shoot somebody in the throat...

Tombstone RJ · 01-14-2014, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Carlota69

I had an old guy start some shit with me during the preview-previews. The lights werent even down and my friend and I were chatting about whatever, and he wanted us to not talk at all. I told him he wasnt the boss of me and I could talk if I wanted to. He fought with me for roughly 5 mins, and I didnt back down at all. He ended up dropping it.

No one has the right to tell you what to do just cuz they dont like it. I dont give a shit who the dude was texting, he wasnt texting during the movie, and even if he was, he didnt deserve to die over it.

I realize CP is trying to regain its "burst", but ****ing A people....

if it's just previews sure, but you chatty chicks gotta dial it in once the move starts...

kcfanXIII · 01-14-2014, 12:38 PM

you guys are right. he should have just let the guy beat his ass. what the hell was I thinking...

Carlota69 · 01-14-2014, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Tombstone RJ

if it's just previews sure, but you chatty chicks gotta dial it in once the move starts...

We werent even talking during the previews, we were talking during the still pictures and ****ing stupid movie trivia shit. I kind of made that clear in my post.

Tombstone RJ · 01-14-2014, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Carlota69

We werent even talking during the previews, we were talking during the still pictures and ****ing stupid movie trivia shit. I kind of made that clear in my post.

oh, so that is the preview-previews, got it, thanks.

Pablo · 01-14-2014, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Tombstone RJ

oh, so that is the preview-previews, got it, thanks.

She said as much in her first post.

And

at some of the ****ing loons in this thread applauding/rationalizing this dude's actions.

Brock · 01-14-2014, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by kcfanXIII

you guys are right. he should have just let the guy beat his ass. what the hell was I thinking...

No, of course the only logical thing to do is kill a man with your gun in a crowded theater.

Pablo · 01-14-2014, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Brock

No, of course the only logical thing to do is kill a man with your gun in a crowded theater.

If you're ever frightened or intimidated in any manner; the best policy is to just shoot until you aren't scared anymore.

**BigRichard** · 01-14-2014, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by kcfanXIII

at 70 if the texter was threatening him physically, it might as well been a threat on his life. A theater is full of stairs. An old person isn't guaranteed to survive a tumble down stairs. There is also the possibility that his body couldn't have recovered from a physical assault. He has no responsibility to sit there and accept an ass beating. People have a right to defend themselves. I would also like to stress that I am only arguing under the assumption the texter was the aggressor. I do not feel enough information has been released to come to a conclusion as to who was at fault.

Not enough info but we know the guy is guilty no matter what because the guy was "just texting". Was there something that happened between the texting and the guy getting shot? Sounds to me like there was a hell of a lot going on.

Tombstone RJ · 01-14-2014, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Pablo

She said as much in her first post.

And

at some of the ****ing loons in this thread applauding/rationalizing this dude's actions.

sorry, I don't know what preview-previews are... chatty carlota didn't make that very clear. Ironic.

Al Bundy · 01-14-2014, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by beach tribe

Watch out for Mahoney.

Hes a real prankster.

Here's a winning post.

GloryDayz · 01-14-2014, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Fish

Or.... you know... an asteroid could have landed on the theater and killed him. Therefore, shoot somebody in the throat...

Here, borrow mine. But give it back, I'm counting on it hitting Mile High at 160,000 mph and the first part splintering off and hitting Payton Manning square in his dick!

Hey, think we can get Manning and Brady to go to a theater and start texting each other? Those Colorado theaters aren't exactly gun-free zones either!

Carlota69 · 01-14-2014, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Tombstone RJ

sorry, I don't know what preview-previews are... chatty carlota didn't make that very clear. Ironic.

Who the **** are you? You dont talk to people ever??? Why is that Chatty? Go **** yourself you little twat.

Fish · 01-14-2014, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by kcfanXIII

you guys are right. he should have just let the guy beat his ass. what the hell was I thinking...

Sorry, but your justification is bullshit. I'm a huge proponent of gun ownership. But you do an incredible disservice to the idea of personal gun ownership by alluding that people should kill someone over a disagreement that might have otherwise resulted in fisticuffs.

Tombstone RJ · 01-14-2014, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Carlota69

Who the **** are you? You dont talk to people ever??? Why is that Chatty? Go **** yourself you little twat.

looks like I pushed the wrong button, sheesh.

01-13-2014, 05:40 PM
Al Bundy Damnit Peg Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Overland Park Casino cash: $5411831	Texting in the theater in Florida? I don't think so... http://www.myfoxtampabay.com/story/2...-movie-theater WESLEY CHAPEL (FOX 13) - A moviegoer lost his life inside a Pasco County theater Monday afternoon after a dispute over texting with a retired police officer. According to the sheriff's office, the dispute happened before the 1:20 showing of 'Lone Survivor' had even gotten underway at the Cobb CineBistro at Grove 16 complex on Wesley Grove Blvd. Investigators say two couples had gotten into an argument over noise. "The victim was on his cell phone; he was texting. We believe he was making some kind of noise. This noise led to an altercation between the suspect and the victim," Sheriff Chris Nocco explained. A witness recalled seeing the agitated man -- later identified by deputies as Curtis Reeves -- get up and leave in an apparent attempt to find a manager. When he came back alone, the argument escalated. Charles Cummings told FOX 13 he heard the victim say he was texting his 3-year-old daughter before Reeves pulled out a pistol. "Their voices start going up, there seems to be a confrontation, somebody throws popcorn, then bang, he was shot," said Cummings, who was there to celebrate his birthday. "I heard the victim say, 'I can't believe...,' then he fell on us." "I asked if the guy was OK, and he started gurgling blood and then fell," recalled Cummings' son, who said he ran to call 911. Both the man, identified by deputies as Chad Oulson, and his wife Nicole were struck by the single shot. Oulson, 43, was hit in the chest and died, while Nicole was hit in the hand when she put her hand up in front of her husband. She suffered non-life-threatening injuries. An off-duty Sumter County deputy inside the theater was able to grab the gun and detain Reeves until deputies arrived, the sheriff added. Reeves, a 71-year-old retired Tampa police officer, was arrested and charged with second-degree murder. A 2005 Tampa Bay Times article also described him as a former director of security for Busch Gardens. Moments after he was named as the suspect, Tampa police issued a statement saying Reeves had retired back in 1993 as a captain. "He was instrumental in establishing the department's first Tactical Response Team," the statement explained. "We are not aware of any contact with the department since his departure more than 20 years ago." Nocco said his detectives considered if this could be a 'stand your ground' case but decided the criteria did not apply. "It's absolutely crazy it would rise to this level over somebody just texting in a movie theater," he offered. "I can't believe people would bring a gun to a movie," added Cummings, a Marine who served in Vietnam. "I can't believe they would argue and fight and shoot one another over popcorn or even a cell phone." Read more: http://www.myfoxtampabay.com/story/2...#ixzz2qKGDJNuj Follow us: @myfoxtampabay on Twitter \| FOX13TampaBay on Facebook
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