I've got a stranger's bike

[supersojo.livejournal.com]

Last Friday night around 7:15 a man named Ed was riding up Holland Street towards Teele Square and he got doored right outside the Department of Traffic and Parking (oh, irony).  When I got to the scene he was being helped up by the driver and other passengers.  We got him to hobble to the curb but once his sock was pulled down there was a pretty bad gash on his right heel.  He may have been otherwise bruised and battered but he seemed relatively okay.

I called the police and had them dispatch an ambulance.  The folks already involved were taking care of him (including one doctor) physically and staying with him.  I offered to take his bike and helmet and keep them safe while he was going to the hospital and whatever else followed so he wouldn't have to worry about his stuff.  I gave him my contact information, but was in a rush and left once I saw the ambulance approaching.  I haven't heard from him and am getting a wee bit anxious.  What I should have done is get his phone number, but I didn't.

Does anyone know Ed? He's middle-aged, lives in West Medford, has a nice solid commuter ride. Probably now has stitches, too.

Alternatively: what's the best way to seek him out: should I just call Somerville police and see if they can contact him for me? 

Comments

[rmd.livejournal.com]

Definitely call the cops. They'll presumably have his contact info and can put you in touch.

[miss-chance.livejournal.com]

What rmd said, plus bonus "Yay, you!" for seeing a need and stepping in to take care of it.

[supersojo.livejournal.com]

I actually did call the non-emergency "24 hour" line last night at around 10:30, but didn't get through. I was going to call again this morning but.... eclectician FTW!

[eclectician.livejournal.com]

I'm pretty sure I know Ed! Please drop me a line - this username at gmail.

[supersojo.livejournal.com]

Fantastic!