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Post by arniepieinthesky on Oct 28, 2016 21:25:07 GMT
Fingers crossed mate - shared on FB.
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Post by chrisparker on Oct 28, 2016 21:33:11 GMT
This is starting to get really worrying. Any update?
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Post by walton corner on Oct 28, 2016 21:57:27 GMT
Search tomorrow 9am from three crowns stone
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Post by stokefc on Oct 28, 2016 22:38:54 GMT
Afternoon folks, cheers for all the well wishes. Unfortunately, the generally accepted consensus is that we're looking for a body. Going through his stuff and emails he's obviously been planning this for a while, and as for the "harmful substance", well, he wasn't mucking about, put it that way. Just another appeal though for people in the Stone area to be vigilant, it's obviously not a pleasant thing to have to ask people to do, but obviously the quicker he's found the better for all his friends and family. Thanks again. Mate I am so sorry to hear this, but I am still hoping for the best outcome for all involved. Such a young man with his whole life ahead of him Utterly Sad so sad xx
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Post by dime on Oct 28, 2016 23:58:56 GMT
Afternoon folks, cheers for all the well wishes. Unfortunately, the generally accepted consensus is that we're looking for a body. Going through his stuff and emails he's obviously been planning this for a while, and as for the "harmful substance", well, he wasn't mucking about, put it that way. Just another appeal though for people in the Stone area to be vigilant, it's obviously not a pleasant thing to have to ask people to do, but obviously the quicker he's found the better for all his friends and family. Thanks again. Bloody hell, I conner even begin to imagine what you're going through. No matter what happens, I sincerely hope the family of the lad (and you boother) find some sort of closure in whatever form it may be. Sincerely I wish you and anyone in connection with this episode all the best. As many have said before me this is a tragically undervalued/unspoken sector of our brilliant national health service.
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Post by auntiegeorge on Oct 29, 2016 5:59:00 GMT
Thinking of you all, and Josh and family, hoping for the best possible outcome.
Love George & wife Marie in Trentham.
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Post by auntiegeorge on Oct 29, 2016 6:38:31 GMT
I've just watched a cctv video of Josh walking across a railway level crossing - presumably in or around Stone.
Is there a possibility he caught a train somewhere and is no longer in the local area?
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Post by PotteringThrough on Oct 29, 2016 9:01:31 GMT
I've just watched a cctv video of Josh walking across a railway level crossing - presumably in or around Stone. Is there a possibility he caught a train somewhere and is no longer in the local area? This is Josh's sisters post on Facebook: LATEST NEWS AND TOMORROW'S PLAN: CCTV from Stone town centre and Aston Marina is so far negative, which encourages us that Josh stayed in rural areas. Bus companies have been contacted and so far nothing, which again reinforces our belief that Josh remained on foot. Bank account has not been accessed, phone remains off and we know Josh purchased a substance to end his life. Can people who are trained and qualified Search and rescue/first responses volunteers please help tomorrow, you are the best placed people to find Josh. TOMORROW'S PLAN: Meet at Three Crowns at 9am. We will check in with the police before this to confirm their search parameters. We need as many people as possible tomorrow, again if you can't be there at 9 contact me on 07772246469 and we will advise where to go. Plan is to continue around the canal, fields and any secluded areas. We especially welcome volunteers with dogs (anyone with a dog that can't search, if we can borrow the dog that would be appreciated!).
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Post by Deleted on Oct 29, 2016 9:27:35 GMT
I hope he is soon found safe and well. The police are great in these situations and will be doing all they can. Hopefully their theory is wrong Sadly depression is wholly misunderstood and pressures, especially on males, to bottle it up are immense I suffer from (very) mild depression, despite the I have nothing to be depressed about Even in my mild form it can be flipping debilitating Luckily I wear my heart on my sleeve and have an amazing wife who puts up with a lot Come home soon Joshua Mate, you should NEVER feel like you "have nothing to be depressed about". It is something that people from every cross section of society are susceptible to and suffer with. By thinking you have nothing to be depressed about is most likely suppressing all the things that bring it about. And its more likely to be a whole combination of minor things that just combine to one big mess. A few months ago, i was having some personal issue (though not suffering from depression itself) and i decided to go talk to a pshycologist. There have been so many minor little things that I'd not even thought of consciously, that I've looked at and done something about and I've thankfully been able to avoid things turning to something worse. So, for as much as you think you have nothing to be depressed about, I really encourage you to get some professional support. Otherwise the continued frustration of thinking there's nothing you can do is very likely to make things worse
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Post by Deleted on Oct 29, 2016 19:30:51 GMT
What an absolutely dreadful situation. I have two close relatives that killed themselves, but at least the first we knew about their suicide was when their bodies were found (within hours of the suicide). This situation has carried on since last Tuesday.
As time drags on do relatives lose hope, or gain hope that maybe he has left the area to make a new start somewhere else? Whichever it is, absolute torture for friends and family.
There is nothing else to say really. Prayers have been offered.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 29, 2016 19:42:47 GMT
I hope he is soon found safe and well. The police are great in these situations and will be doing all they can. Hopefully their theory is wrong Sadly depression is wholly misunderstood and pressures, especially on males, to bottle it up are immense I suffer from (very) mild depression, despite the I have nothing to be depressed about Even in my mild form it can be flipping debilitating Luckily I wear my heart on my sleeve and have an amazing wife who puts up with a lot Come home soon Joshua Mate, you should NEVER feel like you "have nothing to be depressed about". It is something that people from every cross section of society are susceptible to and suffer with. By thinking you have nothing to be depressed about is most likely suppressing all the things that bring it about. And its more likely to be a whole combination of minor things that just combine to one big mess. A few months ago, i was having some personal issue (though not suffering from depression itself) and i decided to go talk to a pshycologist. There have been so many minor little things that I'd not even thought of consciously, that I've looked at and done something about and I've thankfully been able to avoid things turning to something worse. So, for as much as you think you have nothing to be depressed about, I really encourage you to get some professional support. Otherwise the continued frustration of thinking there's nothing you can do is very likely to make things worse Thank you Bojan that was one of the nicest things anyone has ever said to me Thanks mate Whilst appreciating what you say ( and i WILL give it more thought) i am lucky and owe my wife so much hope you are sorted know Bojan, certainly sounds like you are Thanks again for a wonderful message
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Post by trentvale68 on Oct 29, 2016 20:08:11 GMT
Still no news then?
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Post by Pretty Little Boother on Oct 29, 2016 22:59:56 GMT
No real news no, a couple of possible sightings from Tuesday morning in the Swynnerton area, so that's something to look at at least.
Knowing Josh he probably dug a hole in the side of a bank and covered himself up with some sort of sheet or camouflage netting before he took the drugs.
Cheers for all the messages of support again, anyone who's able to have a nosey around Swynnerton tomorrow would be amazing, especially if they have a dog.
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Post by liam007 on Oct 29, 2016 23:05:47 GMT
I work in Stone mate on The Opal Industrial Estate and on Friday at 6am our boss sent 20 workers to look around the estate,checking closed pallet area's,skips,hedges and anywhere.We will do the same again on Monday,feel for the young man and his family.Hope is all we have,but until that is lost...keep going.
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Post by Pretty Little Boother on Oct 29, 2016 23:23:23 GMT
I work in Stone mate on The Opal Industrial Estate and on Friday at 6am our boss sent 20 workers to look around the estate,checking closed pallet area's,skips,hedges and anywhere.We will do the same again on Monday,feel for the young man and his family.Hope is all we have,but until that is lost...keep going. That's mint mate, I really really appreciate that and I'll pass it on to the family too. Thank you.
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Post by WhyDelilah on Oct 29, 2016 23:31:11 GMT
I work in Stone mate on The Opal Industrial Estate and on Friday at 6am our boss sent 20 workers to look around the estate,checking closed pallet area's,skips,hedges and anywhere.We will do the same again on Monday,feel for the young man and his family.Hope is all we have,but until that is lost...keep going. That's mint mate, I really really appreciate that and I'll pass it on to the family too. Thank you. Love you Boother
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Post by ysc1 on Oct 30, 2016 7:38:48 GMT
I work in Stone mate on The Opal Industrial Estate and on Friday at 6am our boss sent 20 workers to look around the estate,checking closed pallet area's,skips,hedges and anywhere.We will do the same again on Monday,feel for the young man and his family.Hope is all we have,but until that is lost...keep going. Thats brilliant. Top work from the boss! Hope hes found soon
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Post by AlbertTatlock on Oct 30, 2016 11:20:49 GMT
Please keep this at the top of the board so we can all monitor the situation. I hope to god he's found safe and well. Gouranga.
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Post by roostershair on Oct 30, 2016 11:25:18 GMT
Prayers for all of you boother. Really hope the lad is found safe and well.
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Post by stiggerstackle on Oct 30, 2016 13:15:46 GMT
I hope he is soon found safe and well. The police are great in these situations and will be doing all they can. Hopefully their theory is wrong Sadly depression is wholly misunderstood and pressures, especially on males, to bottle it up are immense I suffer from (very) mild depression, despite the I have nothing to be depressed about Even in my mild form it can be flipping debilitating Luckily I wear my heart on my sleeve and have an amazing wife who puts up with a lot Come home soon Joshua Mate, you should NEVER feel like you "have nothing to be depressed about". It is something that people from every cross section of society are susceptible to and suffer with. By thinking you have nothing to be depressed about is most likely suppressing all the things that bring it about. And its more likely to be a whole combination of minor things that just combine to one big mess. A few months ago, i was having some personal issue (though not suffering from depression itself) and i decided to go talk to a pshycologist. There have been so many minor little things that I'd not even thought of consciously, that I've looked at and done something about and I've thankfully been able to avoid things turning to something worse. So, for as much as you think you have nothing to be depressed about, I really encourage you to get some professional support. Otherwise the continued frustration of thinking there's nothing you can do is very likely to make things worse Well said mate, similar story here, in theory I have 'nothing to be depressed about' - well paid job, beautiful family, big house, nice car etc. However the flip side of that is a whole host of 'minor' daily stresses that nearly gave me a heart attack a few years ago (work stress, 2 kids under 2, big mortgage etc). I went to see a psychologist who turned me (in my wife's words) into a different person, chilled out, calm, essentially someone who has their life in perspective. Every 12/18 months I go back for another session or 2 just to keep life in perspective. I never realised until it nearly killed me just how dangerous the typical male mindset of 'I'm ok, nowt to be depressed about' really is. If anybody on here thinks life is getting top of them but doesn't see 'therapy' as being for them - turn off the ego and go to see someone, don't think twice, you'll kick yourself that you didn't do it sooner!!!
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Post by roostershair on Oct 30, 2016 13:27:10 GMT
Do know what? There are some tits on this board, but there are also some great guys. It's nice that we can all pull together when a Stokie is in trouble. Hope the lad is found safe and well.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 30, 2016 14:12:17 GMT
Mate, you should NEVER feel like you "have nothing to be depressed about". It is something that people from every cross section of society are susceptible to and suffer with. By thinking you have nothing to be depressed about is most likely suppressing all the things that bring it about. And its more likely to be a whole combination of minor things that just combine to one big mess. A few months ago, i was having some personal issue (though not suffering from depression itself) and i decided to go talk to a pshycologist. There have been so many minor little things that I'd not even thought of consciously, that I've looked at and done something about and I've thankfully been able to avoid things turning to something worse. So, for as much as you think you have nothing to be depressed about, I really encourage you to get some professional support. Otherwise the continued frustration of thinking there's nothing you can do is very likely to make things worse Well said mate, similar story here, in theory I have 'nothing to be depressed about' - well paid job, beautiful family, big house, nice car etc. However the flip side of that is a whole host of 'minor' daily stresses that nearly gave me a heart attack a few years ago (work stress, 2 kids under 2, big mortgage etc). I went to see a psychologist who turned me (in my wife's words) into a different person, chilled out, calm, essentially someone who has their life in perspective. Every 12/18 months I go back for another session or 2 just to keep life in perspective. I never realised until it nearly killed me just how dangerous the typical male mindset of 'I'm ok, nowt to be depressed about' really is. If anybody on here thinks life is getting top of them but doesn't see 'therapy' as being for them - turn off the ego and go to see someone, don't think twice, you'll kick yourself that you didn't do it sooner!!! I could, and should, have written this word for word. A trouble shared is a trouble halved as they say. Hope and pray this young man is found safe and well.
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Post by nott1 on Oct 30, 2016 14:27:28 GMT
Good luck with your search.
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Post by kustokie on Oct 30, 2016 14:27:58 GMT
Mate, you should NEVER feel like you "have nothing to be depressed about". It is something that people from every cross section of society are susceptible to and suffer with. By thinking you have nothing to be depressed about is most likely suppressing all the things that bring it about. And its more likely to be a whole combination of minor things that just combine to one big mess. A few months ago, i was having some personal issue (though not suffering from depression itself) and i decided to go talk to a pshycologist. There have been so many minor little things that I'd not even thought of consciously, that I've looked at and done something about and I've thankfully been able to avoid things turning to something worse. So, for as much as you think you have nothing to be depressed about, I really encourage you to get some professional support. Otherwise the continued frustration of thinking there's nothing you can do is very likely to make things worse Well said mate, similar story here, in theory I have 'nothing to be depressed about' - well paid job, beautiful family, big house, nice car etc. However the flip side of that is a whole host of 'minor' daily stresses that nearly gave me a heart attack a few years ago (work stress, 2 kids under 2, big mortgage etc). I went to see a psychologist who turned me (in my wife's words) into a different person, chilled out, calm, essentially someone who has their life in perspective. Every 12/18 months I go back for another session or 2 just to keep life in perspective. I never realised until it nearly killed me just how dangerous the typical male mindset of 'I'm ok, nowt to be depressed about' really is. If anybody on here thinks life is getting top of them but doesn't see 'therapy' as being for them - turn off the ego and go to see someone, don't think twice, you'll kick yourself that you didn't do it sooner!!! Great post and excellent advice.
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Post by valeforever on Oct 30, 2016 15:07:08 GMT
This story is so sad. It makes me proud as a stoke on Trent person to see you guys coming together. I hope this can spread to the wider football community.
Thinking of you all in Burslem, let's hope this turns out well.
Good luck all involved !
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Post by yes on Oct 30, 2016 19:53:34 GMT
I think I saw a few people searching around the canal at Barlaston when I was running earlier.
Had a look myself.
Such a sad story a guy about the same age as me, I can't imagine the turmoil he's been feeling.
I know it's not looking great, but I really hope that he is found.
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Post by harryburrows on Oct 30, 2016 21:16:59 GMT
I hope he is soon found safe and well. The police are great in these situations and will be doing all they can. Hopefully their theory is wrong Sadly depression is wholly misunderstood and pressures, especially on males, to bottle it up are immense I suffer from (very) mild depression, despite the I have nothing to be depressed about Even in my mild form it can be flipping debilitating Luckily I wear my heart on my sleeve and have an amazing wife who puts up with a lot Come home soon Joshua Mate, you should NEVER feel like you "have nothing to be depressed about". It is something that people from every cross section of society are susceptible to and suffer with. By thinking you have nothing to be depressed about is most likely suppressing all the things that bring it about. And its more likely to be a whole combination of minor things that just combine to one big mess. A few months ago, i was having some personal issue (though not suffering from depression itself) and i decided to go talk to a pshycologist. There have been so many minor little things that I'd not even thought of consciously, that I've looked at and done something about and I've thankfully been able to avoid things turning to something worse. So, for as much as you think you have nothing to be depressed about, I really encourage you to get some professional support. Otherwise the continued frustration of thinking there's nothing you can do is very likely to make things worse Thoreau famously once said "most men lead lives of quiet desperation " always though it made a lot of sense even though he said it 100years ago
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Post by Deleted on Oct 30, 2016 21:36:45 GMT
Fingers crossed he turns up safe and well.
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Post by jarhead on Oct 30, 2016 23:21:58 GMT
What a sad story this is, god I hope he is found alive.
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Post by scfcmacca on Oct 31, 2016 10:01:54 GMT
Any updates mate almost a week since he went missing, it's very concerning with the info you have given us add to that its started to get cold at night time.
I hope he has found a safe warm place to gather his thoughts.
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