I have pushed a couple of good friends in game all in fun.

On the old island builds I did push a couple of strangers who had gone afk right in the middle of a narrow path or doorway. I simply moved them out of the main traffic area and went about my business.

I go afk when I need to take a short break for whatever reason, but I make a point to get out of main thoroughfares so I'm not interfering with others' gameplay.

If any one sees me AFK feel free to move me around, I do not mind. I am usually going AFK to let out the dogs, help the wife around the house or falling asleep in my chair because I have been playing pirates too much. :)