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Life Time CEO charged in 'parking lot rage' incident
Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal - 2:39 PM CDT Thursday


Life Time Fitness Inc. (http://investor.lifetimefitness.com/phoenix.zhtml?c=136737&p=irol-IRHome) Chairman and CEO Bahram Akradi was charged with a felony Thursday for an alleged "parking lot rage" incident that took place in February, the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Akradi was charged with one count of damage to property in the first degree in excess of $500 for allegedly damaging a student's car in the Minnetonka High School parking lot.

Citing the criminal complaint, the newspaper reports that the student honked at Akradi after the Life Time executive cut him off. Akradi then got out of his Hummer and slammed his fist into the student's car, leaving a dent.

Akradi allegedly yelled for the student to get out of the car. He then opened the car door and attempted to drag the student out of the car.
After that failed, he stood by his Hummer, attempting to block the student's path out of the parking lot. The student then put his car in reverse and left the lot.

The student later went to the Minnetonka Police Department with his mother to report the incident.

According to the complaint, Akradi said the student was driving too fast, but Akradi admitted to the allegations.

If convicted, Akradi could receive up to five years in prison and/or a $10,000 fine. Hennepin County Attorney Amy Klobuchar told the Pioneer Press she plans to make Akradi pay for the $750 in damage to the student's 1995 BMW and serve time on a work squad.

The charge was delayed because Minnetonka authorities turned the matter over to Hennepin County due to the extent of the damage.
Akradi founded Eden Prairie-based Life Time (NYSE: LTM (http://investor.lifetimefitness.com/phoenix.zhtml?c=136737&p=irol-IRHome)) in 1992.

[H3HUMVEE]

I love the fact that they repeatedly mention what kind of vehicle he is driving :mad: ... sounds like a classic case of steroid rage.:D

[DennisAJC]

BUNKER CEO charged in 'parking lot rage' bear spray incident


Just fixed a little.:D :p

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BEAR PARKING LOT SPRAY


The IGBC does not promote or endorse any particular commercial product. The following are only recommendations and the IGBC does not guarantee the effectiveness of any product. However, the IGBC does recommend the use of bear parking lot spray in addition to following proper bear avoidance safety techniques. IGBC Bear parking lot spray Recommendations


Remember: bear parking lot spray is not a substitute for following proper bear avoidance safety techniques.


When to use bear parking lot spray:

Bear parking lot spray should be used as a deterrent only in an aggressive or attacking confrontation with a bear.
Bear parking lot spray is only effective when used as an airborne deterrent sprayed as a cloud at an aggressive animal. It should not be applied to people, tents, packs, other equipment or surrounding area as a repellent. How to use bear parking lot spray:
Each person should carry a can of bear parking lot spray when working or recreating in bear habitat. Spray should be carried in a quick, accessible fashion such as in a hip or chest holster. In your tent, keep bear parking lot spray readily available next to your flashlight. You should also keep a can available in your cooking area. Spray should be tested once a year. Do not test spray in or near camping area. Be sure to check the expiration date on your can of bear spray.

Remove safety clip
Aim slightly down and towards the approaching bear. If necessary, adjust for cross wind.
Spray a brief shot when the bear is about 50 feet away.
Spray again if the bear continues to approach.
Once the animal has retreated or is busy cleaning itself, leave the area as quickly as possible (don't run) or go to an immediate area of safety, such as a car, tree, or building. Do not chase or pursue the animal.Selecting a bear parking lot spray:

Purchase products that are clearly labeled "for deterring attacks by bears."
Purchase products that are registered with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).EPA Bear Deterrent web site (http://www.epa.gov/region08/toxics_pesticides/pests/beardeter.html) (lists registered bear parking lot spray manufacturers)

No deterrent is 100% effective, but compared to all others, including firearms, bear spray has demonstrated the most success in fending off threatening and attacking bears and preventing injury to the person and animal involved. The proper use of bear spray will reduce the number of grizzly bears killed in self-defense, reduce human injuries caused by bears, and help promote the recovery and survival of the grizzly bear.


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[KenP]

Damn, I need some of that stuff.:D