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Market Dave videos

10:51am Friday 18th April 2008

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POLICE say local character Market Dave, who was found seriously injured in Altrincham last Wednesday, is on the mend.

David O'Kell, known locally as 'Market Dave' has been recovering in Hope Hospital.

Here are some affectionate videos from Altrincham residents who have posted on YouTube. Some may contain strong language

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sue, sale says...
6:55pm Fri 18 Apr 08

Everyone saying he dead good to know he on the mend

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Barry Smith, Brighton East Sussex says...
11:36pm Fri 18 Apr 08

First i have heard of this as i now live in Brighton have known Dave over 50 from when he lived in John street just of Cally and hope he makes a speedy recovery one of the hardest working men i know

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DB, Altrincham says...
1:18am Sat 19 Apr 08

Very pleased to hear Dave's recovering from this sickening attack.

Maybe I'm missing the point, but surely posting videos of the guy going about his normal business here or anywhere else on the net is incredibly invasive and thoroughly disrespectful?

Perhaps he granted permission from his hospital bed for these postings, in which case I apologise. Equally, if he's given the thumbs-up for hoards of locals to film and post him on YouTube and MySpace, then that's ok too...

I wish Dave a speedy recovery and hope he can soon return to work without further hindrance or ridicule.

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sarah, alty says...
9:21am Sat 19 Apr 08

DB- i agree !

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Chris, Altrincham says...
8:18pm Sat 19 Apr 08

I was sorry to hear what happened to Dave, I hope he makes a total recovery. He has been an Altrincham 'landmark/character' for so long it wouldn't be Altrincham without him. All the best David.

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Norman Black, Timperley says...
6:24pm Sun 20 Apr 08

The Town's very own "character" harmless a bit loud but totally inoffensive, Get Well Dave.

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Ray Sant, shrewsbury says...
3:18pm Mon 21 Apr 08

Great News to hear that David is recovering,, I have fond memories of him dancing and singing, whilst working the market as far back as the 60's. Sadly I dont get to Altrincham much these days but always look out for him when I return. Get well soon David

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david, Salford says...
12:07am Wed 7 May 08

Excellent news that Dave is recovering.

Altrincham is a quieter and duller place without his dulcet tones and happy go lucky character.

I hope the scum that attacked this harmless character rot in hell!!

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Anthony shelmerdine, Stretford says...
5:07pm Fri 16 May 08

I met Dave in the Malt Shovel after doing archery with my mate Dan at Bowden Rugby club. We were blown away by his character and bought him a few pints. He told me such facts as foxes live in trees and 'you cant beat a good owl'.

He was well aware of his myspace fame and even let me take a pic to send to my missus in Bolton. I ended up on a 263 bus with him and he said goodbye near the Navigation pub zand that was that.

It really makes me sick to think that the scum who attacked him are out there. I really remember the relief i felt when i heard he was getting my bus because i didn't enjoy the idea of spending time alone in Alty bus station.

I wish him a speedy recovery and look forward to more fox 'n' owl related facts.

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