Gang Member interview-Sergio

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  • @juhhsblazeit5878
    @juhhsblazeit5878 Рік тому +99

    Rip sparky WESTSIDEHEADHUNTERSTRECE 😢

    • @lettylopez6657
      @lettylopez6657 Рік тому +18

      Oh no , I was really hoping he’d get to a better place In his life…. But not this kind of a better place .😢 may he RIP

    • @Etrielle
      @Etrielle Рік тому +8

      What happened to him? 😮

    • @lettylopez6657
      @lettylopez6657 Рік тому +3

      @@juhhsblazeit5878 oh wow, I think I seen it on the citizen app. Was he shot in the head ? What a shame 😞. Well since he was killed on the street he’s considered a victim of crime, since it happened suddenly, family is almost never prepared for something like this.let the family know that the victims of crime can help with funeral and burial expenses . A family member of mine was also killed and victims of crime helped with about 8k . They are located in the rampart police department .

    • @juhhsblazeit5878
      @juhhsblazeit5878 Рік тому +1

      @@skinnypete5158 respectfully do I happen to know you

    • @lettylopez6657
      @lettylopez6657 Рік тому +1

      @@skinnypete5158wow that’s heartbreaking 😢

  • @rillo806
    @rillo806 4 роки тому +3559

    Listening to these interviews really makes me appreciate my parents. They are far from perfect but they always stuck by me and loved me. Even when i didnt believe they did. Im 32 now and im a productive hard working citizen. And i have more blessings than i can count. Thanks mom and pops for not letting the streets take me. That could have easily been me.

    • @godslove7928
      @godslove7928 3 роки тому +52

      Listening to these videos make me realize everyone has a trials.

    • @jacobferrell5766
      @jacobferrell5766 3 роки тому +28

      My folks were and are fucked up, but aren't genuinely bad people. It definitely fucks your path up though. I'm 27 and just getting my shit together and I know my life was remotely as bad as folks like this.

    • @alfonsobatiste22
      @alfonsobatiste22 3 роки тому +21

      Man I was thinking the same thing ima hustler ima barber . I’m tatted up I shoot guns but I never wanna go to prison . My parents didn’t let’s the streets take me either 💯

    • @nicksterp2805
      @nicksterp2805 3 роки тому +21

      Were def lucky to have that. I suffer from terrible depression but I hold down a job and have loving parents. Life is tough. But it's nothing compared to what these st ppl deal w

    • @johnxl1464
      @johnxl1464 3 роки тому +11

      @@nicksterp2805 stay strong buddy even the richest have problems.

  • @benedekhgabor
    @benedekhgabor 3 роки тому +3453

    "Childhood was... normal I guess. Both my parents were alcoholics."

    • @ThatGuyMata
      @ThatGuyMata 3 роки тому +231

      Thats normal, welcome to a first world country

    • @kar4710
      @kar4710 3 роки тому +196

      They do not know what normal is so they would think what they have is normal

    • @ThatGuyMata
      @ThatGuyMata 3 роки тому +21

      @@kar4710 I suppose you know what normal is do you?

    • @kar4710
      @kar4710 3 роки тому +70

      @@ThatGuyMata no one does.

    • @monicanunezmunoz6605
      @monicanunezmunoz6605 3 роки тому +35

      I feel you. But I think he was true because normal is common (not good) and in his neighbourhood could be normal...

  • @ktothec24
    @ktothec24 4 роки тому +2253

    I really liked this guys demeanor ; not glamorizing or making himself sound super tough. Just being real with it. I also have sympathy for him as well

  • @MIXTAB1
    @MIXTAB1 2 роки тому +335

    Profound statement “I started doing drugs because they feel good, now I do them to not feel” so simply honest and the utter truth… any addict will tell you

    • @cquestmobile5815
      @cquestmobile5815 2 роки тому +9

      numb the pain until my final days

    • @coldfries8976
      @coldfries8976 2 роки тому +3

      Addiction in a nutshell..

    • @MrGreglarry
      @MrGreglarry Рік тому +1

      Yes, that statement was pure reality spoken perfectly.

    • @tuforu4
      @tuforu4 Рік тому

      Where does he get the money?

    • @MIXTAB1
      @MIXTAB1 Рік тому +2

      @@tuforu4 likely pulls it out from his wallet 🥳

  • @jlewisamy
    @jlewisamy 4 роки тому +2102

    His eyes say he wants to straighten up but doesn't know where to begin

    • @dreamsofturtles1828
      @dreamsofturtles1828 4 роки тому +72

      Yes, im trying to picture growing up with no supervision, no parents really, no one to gell you anything about how to be in the world. He needs a mentor, a true father figure of some sort.

    • @liamcanavan5970
      @liamcanavan5970 4 роки тому +9

      dreams of turtles hence why so many young men join gangs - they have a role model and a parental figure

    • @fame130
      @fame130 4 роки тому +5

      It doesn’t, he doesn’t want to do good he just says he wants to but he doesn’t actually try. Thank God I never went to prison but I was out there in my youth as well and have plenty of homies some came out and did good and others that didn’t want to better themselves went back or are 6 feet deep

    • @iLLWiLL510
      @iLLWiLL510 4 роки тому +9

      @Merciless Thoughts if you're looking at his hands, then you really don't care who you're speaking to

    • @soundgod8380
      @soundgod8380 4 роки тому +7

      I pray for his recovery..

  • @jasonoak4564
    @jasonoak4564 3 роки тому +3343

    He's not stupid, he thinks before he speaks. Interesting interview.

    • @oh-kade
      @oh-kade 3 роки тому +19

      Exactly

    • @jonathanbishop6996
      @jonathanbishop6996 3 роки тому +228

      Sounds like he’s been in a lot of situations where not thinking before you speak could get you killed.

    • @Guitarsnspraycans
      @Guitarsnspraycans 3 роки тому +81

      If hes speaking on prison stuff, you cant mention mexican mafia, it's a rule so he has to be careful not to get killed

    • @jasonoak4564
      @jasonoak4564 3 роки тому +25

      @@swiizzchezzez1801 Everyone makes mistakes and bad choices in their lives. He's admitting to them and hopefully learning from them.

    • @johnxl1464
      @johnxl1464 3 роки тому +14

      Cuz he learned from the joint. Some things he can’t say

  • @mahaalotaibi8352
    @mahaalotaibi8352 3 роки тому +1615

    You can hear from his tone of voice that he's still a grown lost child. Thats why parenting is such a huge responsibility. These people are just lonely with no family.

    • @Deeznutz...
      @Deeznutz... 3 роки тому +12

      Yup

    • @kevinblackandwhite8273
      @kevinblackandwhite8273 3 роки тому +10

      You're cute.. stay safe.

    • @mariaduszak2973
      @mariaduszak2973 3 роки тому +25

      Yeah..he never had a chance. Nobody to guide him but other neglected,lost,hurt kids, his gang buddies...

    • @crsntohrndz3007
      @crsntohrndz3007 3 роки тому +5

      LOST CHILD?.
      WE ALL LOST CHILD,IF YOU HAVE A PHONE 📱 5G.👍🎈

    • @FunkMobbMack
      @FunkMobbMack 3 роки тому +14

      i have no compassion for this fool who would rob you and kill you

  • @hatecensorship1040
    @hatecensorship1040 2 роки тому +434

    Hi Sergio, I'm currently a commissioned city cop... I've met many gang members in my 15 years of law enforcement and had both positive and negative experiences. Most of my interactions are positive as there's mutual respect given from both sides. That being said I want to encourage you by saying tomorrow is a new day brother. Your testimony was very inspiring and real. Much respect for putting yourself out there. Also, identity is a real thing... You mentioned your gang is all you got. While this may be true at the moment, new relationships await you if you're willing to get out of your comfort zone and work towards them. The biggest life lesson I've learned in my law enforcement career is to not identify as a cop. Go to church and build relationships outside of my gang. Many cops fall into the trap of "family" or "us versus them". We've all seen terrible examples of how that kind of mentality affects officers through bad conduct. I've proactively decided to serve my community without this mindset. All this being said, I am no more or less valuable than you no matter what mistakes we've both made in the past. The only thing that matters is what we do with tomorrow. Do we serve others... Or do we serve ourselves... I'm praying for you and your sobriety. Take care and God bless.

    • @jyotidebbarma966
      @jyotidebbarma966 2 роки тому +28

      Damn, you guys need more officers like you in your country, hell our country needs you too. ✌ from India.

    • @ds8290
      @ds8290 2 роки тому +8

      Hats off to you Sir. Keep being just the way you are. I have a lot of respect for cops like yourself. We definitely need more of you out there advocating instead of harassing, protecting instead of neglecting.

    • @veronikavolition6395
      @veronikavolition6395 2 роки тому +3

      Wow thanks for sharing. Helpful to hear. And makes me feel better about the workd

    • @jonathansegura8900
      @jonathansegura8900 2 роки тому +4

      Wow!!!!! U SEEM LIKE AN AMAZING COP!!!!! I WISH ALL COPS THOUGHT THE SAME WAY U DO!!!!! GOD BLESS U BRO!!!!

    • @crazypeoplearoundtheworld304
      @crazypeoplearoundtheworld304 2 роки тому +6

      The best advice you could possibly give. Go to church and become family with people who are nothing like you but everything like each other because of Jesus. True family.

  • @someguy0089
    @someguy0089 4 роки тому +1182

    How is it possible that robbers can get 12 years in prison and child molesters and rapists can serve less time than that?!

    • @MrEazyE357
      @MrEazyE357 4 роки тому +186

      A guy I grew up with ended up doing 16 years on drug charges (yeah he was a big dealer but it's still fucking drugs) and the last time I talked to him, he was saying how fucked up it was to watch killers and child molesters come and go while he's still there for fucking drugs. It's a fucked up system.

    • @jamesmartin7323
      @jamesmartin7323 4 роки тому +138

      Because the lawyers and the prosecutors that make the laws and even the Deep state they're all pedophiles and rapists

    • @pscash8260
      @pscash8260 4 роки тому +64

      straight up. I watched a true crime - dude held a child captive 7 years and serves 5 then arrested again for attempting to purchase a child. wtf

    • @jrno93
      @jrno93 4 роки тому +14

      @@jamesmartin7323 plus the dems want to make money off the drugs not the citizens so they teach them a lesson by giving them more years

    • @jimbeanbragger9209
      @jimbeanbragger9209 4 роки тому +20

      One can be done out of desperation...the other is just putrid perversion

  • @superkool7
    @superkool7 3 роки тому +811

    I left a nasty comment earlier.... and I deleted it because I felt wrong... I am a recovering addict myself and should never judge anyone for anything. He seems like a solid guy and my heart hurts for him as it does most people on here. Everyone is a person and everyone has a story. Be mindful to not prejudge. And don’t ever give up. Ever. ALWAYS FORWARD

    • @Aprilfool4121
      @Aprilfool4121 3 роки тому +27

      Aman , it's eye opening to how many of these people we can relate to in some way . I am recovering from opiates .

    • @superkool7
      @superkool7 3 роки тому +17

      @@Aprilfool4121 congrats bro hang in there. When it gets tough, no retreat, no matter what. Always forward

    • @msr305
      @msr305 3 роки тому +9

      Props for bravely changing your mind.
      . . . . In college, when my only vice was weed, we would say, "Always forward - never straight"

    • @Den57701
      @Den57701 3 роки тому +7

      I'm a recovering addict I was on heroin for 4 years I've been clean for 3 out feels great I food have to get on methadone but it has helped me so much not to relapse I had no choice I had a job I didn't want to loose it's possible to get clean I wish I could help those struggling I just pray everyone will snap out of it and want a better life God bless guys please be safe out there!!

    • @lastwitness.
      @lastwitness. 3 роки тому +8

      @@Den57701 congrats on your sobriety. Keep on keeping on man

  • @numbernine3436
    @numbernine3436 4 роки тому +358

    I truly think therapy would help this guy tremendously. He has regrets, he sees his faults but he feels hopeless. He needs help to begin the change.

    • @Quandussy
      @Quandussy 3 роки тому +22

      Hardly anyone in the US thinks people like him deserve affordable/free basic healthcare, which is tragic

    • @Quandussy
      @Quandussy 3 роки тому +4

      Corruption and the massive wealth gap we have here needs to be what every person is focused on everyday if we want to avoid millions of kids like him from suffering and not even having a chance

    • @Quandussy
      @Quandussy 3 роки тому +6

      You can't just come up with money out of thin air to pay for a therapist and psychiatric nurse/meds for this guy.

    • @Quandussy
      @Quandussy 3 роки тому +4

      He should've had better support from his community/school as a kid too, and that requires money as well. Our government is so inefficient

    • @numbernine3436
      @numbernine3436 3 роки тому +3

      @@Quandussy Those people haven't watched a loved one in addiction. Those same people fail to recognize our pharmaceutical companies, The FDA & trusted doctors created this epidemic. All the while knowing opioids were extremely addictive. Those of us not suffering trauma or a neurological imbalance should consider ourselves lucky. I've taken pain meds, I didn't become addicted. Addiction didn't run in my family nor had I experienced trauma. Unbeknownst to me alcoholism and addiction runs in my husband's family. His father committed suicide at an early age. My husband died in a car accident when our children were small. All three of our children struggled. At 28 I was a widow & single mother. I raised my children with love and stability. Unfortunately it wasn't enough. With a family history of addiction as well as experiencing trauma, the cards were stacked against them. as is the case with many who suffer with addiction.

  • @repscluesrep5400
    @repscluesrep5400 2 роки тому +93

    As a young latino from a broken home, I was one charge away from living this man's life and this interview absolutely broke me down. The sins of a troubled youth are exponential once you are forced to cross certain lines. Thank you for this interview.

    • @r14__
      @r14__ 10 місяців тому

      facts carnal , same here. lost 2 homies the 2nd one was gon put me n my other 2 homies on the next day before he passed at a house party , we tried keepin coo n lowkey now my boy’s in the army n im outta state , shi got too wild but hearin bro story def hits home

  • @sneakykow1663
    @sneakykow1663 3 роки тому +2956

    "Lil stabbings here lil stabbings there" so casual about his stabbings 😂

    • @channelsix6005
      @channelsix6005 3 роки тому +25

      😂👍🏻

    • @selurxelpirt
      @selurxelpirt 3 роки тому +91

      mexicans be like that

    • @Ek0
      @Ek0 3 роки тому +102

      What... you guys never stabbed up someone a lil bit?... Me neither. lulz.

    • @rayg5445
      @rayg5445 3 роки тому +72

      He said his "childhood was normal I guess". Fuck.

    • @kirkdunn1379
      @kirkdunn1379 3 роки тому +73

      Normal can be just about anything if do it repetitively or see it....amazing what humans can adjust too

  • @monkmonkmonk
    @monkmonkmonk 4 роки тому +844

    “Little stabbing here, little stabbing there,” little stabbing everywhere.

    • @scott1684
      @scott1684 4 роки тому +109

      Here a stab, there a stab, everywhere a stab stab

    • @elguerokabron
      @elguerokabron 4 роки тому +18

      Little stabbing meaning non fatal ones, thats why he put the little in front because they were less severe. Lol

    • @loyalbelle4550
      @loyalbelle4550 4 роки тому +5

      Lol ThAt stood out to me too.. Like it wasn’t nothing wrong with it!

    • @TheMuddyMilesTrain
      @TheMuddyMilesTrain 4 роки тому +36

      @@scott1684 old mcstabby had a shank.

    • @scott1684
      @scott1684 4 роки тому

      @@TheMuddyMilesTrain 😂😂

  • @intheworkseg6
    @intheworkseg6 4 роки тому +966

    he sounds like he wants to cry the whole time....its sad the life that kids are forced into due to shit parents....if you have kids go hug them

    • @itskarl79
      @itskarl79 4 роки тому +30

      Shit, watching this made me want to cry.. Guy has never had a real chance.

    • @roughtobebufftv5990
      @roughtobebufftv5990 4 роки тому +22

      I was thinking the same thing. You can hear the pain in every sentence.

    • @spintillimdizzy2340
      @spintillimdizzy2340 4 роки тому +7

      This why equal opportunity bull shit

    • @G3Number
      @G3Number 3 роки тому +3

      @@itskarl79 dont have kids. We should end human race

    • @bakabana8969
      @bakabana8969 3 роки тому +6

      He has a kid., doesnt sound like it gets a lot of hugs....
      Have no sympathey for this guy. You create a new life, then be a man and take your responsibility.

  • @julieannesalazar442
    @julieannesalazar442 2 роки тому +75

    This interview made me so sad. At the end you can totally feel how broken and defeated he is. My heart goes out to him and his son ❤

    • @PeggedWesWatson
      @PeggedWesWatson Рік тому +3

      Them drugs n alcohol will have u like that feeling depressed as fuck. I was a heavy alcoholic and yea life gets depressing you feel you don't want to live anymore. There's alot of shame n different shit when ur using or drinking alot. The drugs n alcohol change ur mind up like that straight up. If he cleans up n stops using his brain will feel better and he'll get better with time. I've been clean now for about 4 months and I'm feeling more happy and life is just getting better now I hope he does the same.

  • @tukiebabyent.532
    @tukiebabyent.532 3 роки тому +345

    i think every pause is him thinking of the moment and regretting his actions

    • @NGEternal
      @NGEternal 3 роки тому +17

      I think it's because of his 16 years in prison. He must have spent so much time thinking. His mind automatically goes into thinking/day dreaming mode.

    • @arielmichellee1624
      @arielmichellee1624 3 роки тому +14

      He is reliving those experiences by speaking about them, its ptsd. That is why he is pausing. It causes flashbacks you can feel.

    • @mariaduszak2973
      @mariaduszak2973 3 роки тому

      @@arielmichellee1624 you're right, sadly you learn that the hard way...

    • @deshaunspencer6985
      @deshaunspencer6985 3 роки тому +1

      I think you're right....that's deep

    • @msr305
      @msr305 3 роки тому +1

      You can tell he has not told his story very often.

  • @A00-s7p
    @A00-s7p 4 роки тому +1684

    Hey mark you should send him to homeboy industries in Los Angeles they help out gang members get jobs and change their life around

    • @KnowingTheLedge
      @KnowingTheLedge 4 роки тому +30

      @Ktube This guy stabbed multiple people. This is not a good man

    • @dannyhernandez8616
      @dannyhernandez8616 4 роки тому +23

      ELI A shut up bitch

    • @theadicts3793
      @theadicts3793 4 роки тому +101

      Know Ledge That’s politics in CDC. You do the work or you’ll be handled by someone else.

    • @mikemartinez7440
      @mikemartinez7440 4 роки тому +46

      Everyone that been through the pinta or YA Or anyone in the streets knows about homeboy Industries, And 5 other places that can help,He is not ready,You got good intentions trust me,I known that in 99 ,the internet just enlightened all the normies

    • @KnowingTheLedge
      @KnowingTheLedge 4 роки тому

      @@theadicts3793 yeah thats jacked up

  • @stonespebbles6061
    @stonespebbles6061 4 роки тому +241

    You can genuinely tell that he's not proud of the things he's done

  • @misstryst
    @misstryst 3 роки тому +53

    He's still as vulnerable as a 13 year old boy now in an intelligent man's body and this made my eyes tear up. What he ran away from is what what his life became. You can see he has a beautiful soul in there and that he is smart and disciplined by the way he thinks before speaking and by the work he puts into his physique. My wish for you Sergio is peace and healing and that you have the help to do the work you need to be there for your baby throughout his life. Bless you

  • @antonioneftali9056
    @antonioneftali9056 4 роки тому +287

    I just got out of jail myself and in skid row. My son passed away this April and life ain't the same for me. Stay up Sergio hope to see you around homie.

  • @Rickky1971
    @Rickky1971 4 роки тому +507

    I used to be a CO back in the day and can honestly say guys locked up in the prison system that have done a lot of time or served time in the SHU do suffer from PTSD. Watching this guy talk I can see he has it by his mannerisms.When I first started the best advice I had was given to me by an older CO. He said "your not a judge and your not a prosecutor, your job is to enforce the rules and be fair and don't let your feelings cloud your judgment, if you can do that you won't have a problem". Best advice ever given and because of that other than a few knuckleheads I was pretty solid by inmate standards and actually got along with most of them. As for the name, I don't want any asshole CO's giving me static. Just speaking facts and walk the streets not having too look over my shoulder for being a prick like most CO's, Wardens, Lt's and even Asstant Wardens who dont even walk the yard. Most just sit their fat asses in their offices all day and collect a paycheck.

    • @apeshitclothing
      @apeshitclothing 4 роки тому +27

      I know they've had a warden on here, but it'd be dope to get some CO stories/perspectives. My little brother is one and I can tell there is a lot of stuff on his mind and pent up aggression and frustration.

    • @delanoferrer3181
      @delanoferrer3181 4 роки тому +5

      Yes sir...

    • @ericblair7279
      @ericblair7279 3 роки тому +5

      Thankfully the only time I've been to jail was for a house arrest violation. Thirty days was plenty. Almost all you do in jail is watch everyone else, especially when you're in a pod with sixty guys like I was. We had a CO in our pod at all times, each doing 12 hours shifts. We had our favorites and the ones we hated. It's a thankless job, being a CO. And more than half the COs I observed seemed like there was something always smoldering under their guarded demeanor. Don't know how anybody could do that job. But I notice you stated you "used to be one." You've probably got some stories to tell.

    • @mojosodope45
      @mojosodope45 3 роки тому +4

      Fuck them. They deserve everything they get.

    • @elboogie3373
      @elboogie3373 3 роки тому +7

      @@apeshitclothing Right, I worked in a prison for 9 years and what they don't tell you is, its almost like serving time, you're constantly checking your surroundings and feeling the temp of the room. It was so bad for a while, if I was in Walmart and someone what get loud on the intercom, I'd be ready to fight

  • @kellyrenee9066
    @kellyrenee9066 4 роки тому +269

    His whole demeanor changed when his son was mentioned💔 As tough as one might portray themselves to be, there’s usually one thing that can bring a grown man to his knees.... his child/children 💯

    • @bobbyschaffer1872
      @bobbyschaffer1872 4 роки тому +13

      Mine did too, the tax payer. These folks cost a million bucks a piece .

    • @naturallaw1733
      @naturallaw1733 4 роки тому +18

      @@bobbyschaffer1872
      and what does the Military, Corporate Handouts, Bank Bailouts etc. etc. cost??🖕

    • @chonkcat7362
      @chonkcat7362 4 роки тому +15

      @@bobbyschaffer1872 Dude, you have micro pennies taken out that's routed to caring for children. Calm down. If you're going to live here, you pay taxes like everywhere else in the world.

    • @kimjongun269
      @kimjongun269 4 роки тому +7

      @@bobbyschaffer1872 go fuck yourself bitch

    • @Bornjamerican24
      @Bornjamerican24 4 роки тому +4

      Ask him if his son should meet the same fate his victims did.

  • @hermetickitten
    @hermetickitten 3 роки тому +109

    I wish people with an alcohol addiction would refrain from having kids. I lived with one parent like that at home, and this unrealiable parent managed to simultaneously screw up us children and the whole family.
    I am left with trust issues, people often scare me and my only goal is to live a decent life, supporting myself as best as I can, staying the hell off drugs and above all to never be what my parent was to anyone. I don’t want anybody to have to heal from
    me.

    • @darnh6012
      @darnh6012 3 роки тому +6

      Good for you. Staying away from drugs is the only way to have a chance at a reasonably stable life

    • @jjwood29
      @jjwood29 3 роки тому +2

      I feel more or less the same way. I was messed up thoroughly at the exact age that makes it count. And I'm not equipped to bring anyone else up.

    • @judejohnson2132
      @judejohnson2132 3 роки тому +2

      God bless you

    • @TheGreyGhost_of43rd
      @TheGreyGhost_of43rd 3 роки тому +1

      Sound pretty lucky to me.

    • @arturoperez352
      @arturoperez352 3 роки тому +1

      People that are fucked up all the time don't have self control

  • @karl_3885
    @karl_3885 4 роки тому +488

    he talks like he's on the verge of tears the whole time.

    • @MrEazyE357
      @MrEazyE357 4 роки тому +3

      Doesn't he?

    • @venicec3310
      @venicec3310 4 роки тому +35

      Well hearing his life story its nothing but pain and this is probably the first time hes ever really got to tell anyone. That and the drugs have fucked his ability to articulate thoughts properly

    • @nicetrydick
      @nicetrydick 4 роки тому +8

      There a lot of pain there

    • @richardthayer9146
      @richardthayer9146 4 роки тому +2

      EMPATHY IDIOT NUMBER 8

    • @karl_3885
      @karl_3885 4 роки тому +1

      @@richardthayer9146 what do you mean?
      if this is meant to attack me, i'll tell you this: a teacher without empathy cannot ever be a good one.

  • @tiaraglenn7916
    @tiaraglenn7916 4 роки тому +745

    Please have him back for a second interview!

  • @highestbidder12
    @highestbidder12 4 роки тому +525

    " I had a normal upbringing, my parents were alcoholics... I didn't want to be in the house to see my dad beating my mum" a victim of circumstance.

    • @rgCA_01123
      @rgCA_01123 4 роки тому +34

      Yes, this was so sad, that this upbringing is considered normal 💔

    • @dreamsofturtles1828
      @dreamsofturtles1828 4 роки тому +23

      It starts in childhood. I can imagine him an entirely different person if he had been raised in an entirely different home.

    • @dannyone8111
      @dannyone8111 4 роки тому +30

      You wouldn’t say it to his face pussy!

    • @ezedoesitgarcia3458
      @ezedoesitgarcia3458 4 роки тому +22

      @@dannyone8111 u better say it. These lame tuff guys on UA-cam. God bless this homie and hopefully he can get right.

    • @highestbidder12
      @highestbidder12 4 роки тому +26

      @@howiseeit5129 maybe stick to your makeup videos..I think this might be a little complex for you

  • @jonoliver2297
    @jonoliver2297 3 роки тому +20

    this is prob my favorite interview on the Chanel. this dude is so open and gentle, he really challenges the expectation of what someone who did over 15 years would be like. thanks for sharing his story

    • @dat2ra
      @dat2ra 2 роки тому +1

      "Gentle"? Really? Stabbing people he doesn't even know?

    • @lmo28_o
      @lmo28_o Рік тому

      @@dat2ra he talkin about the way he tells his stories not the actual story you bot

    • @jeep19
      @jeep19 11 місяців тому

      ​@@dat2raI like the fact that he instinctively knew to hide the knife in his b hole, easy in, and apparently easy out.

  • @burns_
    @burns_ 4 роки тому +224

    This was pretty dark. Just listening to that guy makes you realise how good I’ve got it. That was hurting him to speak. Was deep

  • @aprilgrace4306
    @aprilgrace4306 4 роки тому +1174

    “Little stabbing here. Little stabbing there.” interesting character

    • @grimm8786
      @grimm8786 4 роки тому +46

      @@bobbyschaffer1872 Actually in prison you're more likely to get stabbed and killed by your own race than any other, that goes for everybody. There's a lot of politics, stabbing a member from another race means a race war where there are several casualties and its just bad for business on everyone's side. Your own do you in, no reprocutions.

    • @asherweck
      @asherweck 4 роки тому

      That’s what i was thinking

    • @drake73
      @drake73 4 роки тому +5

      I read this comment right before he said his whole little stabbing here and there thing, making it that much more hilarious. Many heartfelt thank yous. LOL

    • @heatherbleu5370
      @heatherbleu5370 4 роки тому +2

      @@drake73 Reminds me of the Lucifer series, the episode he talks about going to 'Stabby town, ' the oc worded it perfectly though😁

    • @naturallaw1733
      @naturallaw1733 4 роки тому +2

      “Little stabbing here. Little stabbing there.”
      would that make a good Music Band name? 😀🎵

  • @CamiDiscerns
    @CamiDiscerns 3 роки тому +356

    The PTSD is real in this one... God please Bless this man.

    • @CamiDiscerns
      @CamiDiscerns 3 роки тому +5

      @@luismangiaterra1031 The One who created all the other gods.

    • @luismangiaterra1031
      @luismangiaterra1031 3 роки тому +2

      @@CamiDiscerns only one God in my religion.
      And above him is no other.

    • @CamiDiscerns
      @CamiDiscerns 3 роки тому +6

      @@luismangiaterra1031 YHWH is Lord of lords.

    • @johnmcq7628
      @johnmcq7628 3 роки тому +4

      Yes bless him, and forget about his victims

    • @joshua7233
      @joshua7233 3 роки тому

      @@luismangiaterra1031 According to South Park, God is a big ugly-looking rat.

  • @OzFPVflyer
    @OzFPVflyer 2 роки тому +47

    This guy has a lot of good in him, he's a thinker and he shows compassion. Imagine getting hold of him at 5 and giving him the opportunity to succeed in whatever he became. I dont condone what he does but Ill never judge him.

  • @mykav9382
    @mykav9382 3 роки тому +337

    I hope he and his baby mom gets clean and get some stability and get their baby back. Break the cycle Sergio. Life is hard. Growing up in Chicago I was only a few choices away from drugs, gangs, and prostitution. Looking back I realize how fortunate I am. His story makes me sad. Don't give up Sergio.

    • @goldrays4862
      @goldrays4862 3 роки тому +3

      Great way of putting it. When I think about it, everyone is a few bad choices away from a life like that.

    • @moos5221
      @moos5221 3 роки тому +1

      Yes, if a miracle was to happen and they both got clean, got jobs and got their shit together I'd love them to raise their child. But life is tough and if they don't really get their shit together and they still get to raise their child, the child has a good chance to follow right in his footsteps. I hope the very best for all of them and there are always 2nd, 3rd and 4th chances. He's done his time and he isn't stupid, so he has a chance to get his life straightened out. But that ain't easy, those drugs don't let go easily.

    • @firstnamelastname7797
      @firstnamelastname7797 2 роки тому

      💪🏻

    • @LogicBanks
      @LogicBanks 2 роки тому +1

      His child is doing perfectly fine

  • @bartsola8349
    @bartsola8349 3 роки тому +301

    Videos of people in his situation and similar have taught me to REALLY consider whether I want to be a parent or not, so that my shortcomings don't ruin another person's entire life.

    • @ldp6788
      @ldp6788 3 роки тому +14

      If you choose yourself first over your kid, than ya, it’s hard putting what you child needs first, over and over and over again but the love and pride you feel for your kids is so big it’s a bit frightening. If something can make you do better it’s your love for your child. In fact, I don’t think people really feel real love until they have a child. Being a parent helps us care about the future of everything important on the planet too, so they can have a better life as well. If you only have shortcomings you’ll do great cause we all have some of those.

    • @johnnyjacuzzi7498
      @johnnyjacuzzi7498 2 роки тому +10

      The fact that such a risk weighs so heavy on you is a good sign of your moral compass around kids. A lot of people just don’t give a shit

    • @johnnaleighdermond3739
      @johnnaleighdermond3739 2 роки тому

      Ok Karen

    • @johnnaleighdermond3739
      @johnnaleighdermond3739 2 роки тому

      Ok Karen

    • @bvdatech1
      @bvdatech1 2 роки тому

      never have kids, this is an evil world

  • @shanehack871
    @shanehack871 3 роки тому +227

    Of all the interviews i've watched on this channel, watching this guy is hard. I see him reflect on what he's said, after almost every sentence, and you can see his regret. He made me the saddest, for the choices he made, and for how life turned out for him. Just alot of regret

    • @chinadashauthority65
      @chinadashauthority65 3 роки тому +2

      @Luis Mangiaterra Same for the prostitutes

    • @ADG-pl7ur
      @ADG-pl7ur 3 роки тому

      @@luismangiaterra1031 Yes and no. Depends on what neighborhood you are raised in and if your parents watch over you. Saw one sad news article where 2 friends refused to join the local gang so they were murdered. They were around 15.

    • @ADG-pl7ur
      @ADG-pl7ur 3 роки тому

      @@luismangiaterra1031 I think you missunderstood me. These were 2 good kids who did not want to join the gang. So the gang took them out.

    • @ADG-pl7ur
      @ADG-pl7ur 3 роки тому

      @@luismangiaterra1031 not trying to rationalize a thing. The dead boy's father said his son went into a 7/11 and the gang went in and killed them there. The boys were strong, refused gang affiliation to the end. Many join because they don't want to die. Now I know most neighborhoods are not that hard core but apparently some are.

    • @lamadesurvivor5216
      @lamadesurvivor5216 2 роки тому

      Have you seems Spooky’s?! His was SOOOO deep.

  • @chrishennessybrown9750
    @chrishennessybrown9750 3 роки тому +46

    I have been addicted to heroin for 18 years, I am 35 and have the exact same/ but own story as everyone else on these SWU episodes. Having parents that are alcoholic/drug addicts, being abused as children, not having the emotional support/love that is supposed to be given really sets the tone for the rest of the adult life. Feeling abandoned, isolated, and unwanted as a child and early teen causes an internal battle that can only medicated with 2 things and that is drugs and violence. In my personal experience every single person I have met on the street, in rehabs, psych wards, hospitals, jails and detoxes, it all traces back to that very simple question of "how was your childhood?"

  • @01sapphireGTS
    @01sapphireGTS 4 роки тому +349

    For a person who dropped out of school, he is very well-spoken. He seems like a smart guy. He would have made a good business owner (if he would have taken a different path in life) and his employees would have become his family. I think he would have gotten a lot of satisfaction being able to take care of, and help them.

    • @drewcobarrubias2093
      @drewcobarrubias2093 4 роки тому +36

      In my experience, people that go through the system learn how to speak well and their vocabulary grows due to the legal jargon in court cases. Gotta adapt to understand what the system is saying about your future.

    • @veronicamartinez2575
      @veronicamartinez2575 4 роки тому +19

      In prison.. politics include that you educate yourself, read, get your GED or HS diploma.

    • @heynow7778
      @heynow7778 4 роки тому +11

      I felt like he struggles to get the words out but he doesn't seem like a dumb person maybe he was nervous.

    • @yamomma6479
      @yamomma6479 4 роки тому +7

      @@veronicamartinez2575 exactly, a lot of prisoners are well read contrary to popular belief.

    • @perronogventuradesousa2285
      @perronogventuradesousa2285 4 роки тому +1

      @@heynow7778 you can become extremely nervous and shit your pans lol..

  • @Goonwild5299
    @Goonwild5299 3 роки тому +69

    I havent teared up so quickly in a video since this one.
    i want to hug this vato

    • @ER-me1ii
      @ER-me1ii 2 роки тому

      Try it. He’ll cut you so bad you’ll wish he didn’t cut you so bad.

    • @scottrolen27mvp
      @scottrolen27mvp 2 роки тому

      @@ER-me1ii no, vato respects la raza, "Estaban Rodriguez"

    • @YouCardKanal
      @YouCardKanal 2 роки тому

      Yea, that'll help

  • @elroc1
    @elroc1 4 роки тому +76

    Mark didn’t even have to interview him, he just told his story at a good pace.

  • @CliftonHicksbanjo
    @CliftonHicksbanjo 3 роки тому +7

    22:30 "At first, I used to do drugs because it felt good, and it was fun. Now I do drugs just to... not feel." 💯

  • @i.hernandez7736
    @i.hernandez7736 4 роки тому +57

    If you ever want to stare at regret in the face see this interview. Sad that so many people don't even have a chance for a better life. I wish this guy will find his way to a better tomorrow and see his son grow up.

  • @thomassinha5301
    @thomassinha5301 3 роки тому +175

    I think one of the more important parts of this interview is around 19:50 when he says "I wouldn't trade this for anything", then mentions that it's either Skid Row or prison. These are literally the only two things he knows, the only two places that have ever been a home to him. In reality, i'm sure he'd trade all of it for an hour in any one of our lives. Deeply, profoundly sad. God bless you Sergio. He will forgive you if you ask him

    • @drelephanttube
      @drelephanttube 3 роки тому +9

      It's so sad that he can't even conceive of anything beyond skid row or prison.
      Unfortunately I don't think he'll escape that life with still being on drugs, he's definitely intelligent but he wasn't given a good hand in life.
      Two alcoholic parents? God doesn't give a shit about us. If god exists then he is malevolent.

    • @LeJobastre1215
      @LeJobastre1215 2 роки тому

      @@drelephanttube you don't get it do you

    • @drelephanttube
      @drelephanttube 2 роки тому +3

      @@LeJobastre1215 Please enlighten me?

    • @ericag4908
      @ericag4908 2 роки тому +2

      @@drelephanttube God loves us and isn't the evil in the world, the flesh is tempted and there are dark forces.

    • @CountingStars333
      @CountingStars333 2 роки тому +2

      @@drelephanttube
      Your view of any God is western (King figure ruling), in eastern views, all are God, the person here is part of God, and we (self) are on a journey to reunion with our supreme self. Karma reigns and you get pulled back here for what good or wrong you do by being born, again and again, until you're done, and have no karma.....pull , good neutral or bad.
      You become spiritual... Heatdeath, you have no more desire for action, kind of, that's what Nirvana means: dousing the flames. Heatdeath. Chemical action in the universe itself aims to reach this state, so does the spirit.
      In such a case would you still say that thing is malevolent? Nah man.
      The spiritual mechanism for Karma can also be found in people, You know how traumatised people either shut it off completely or recreate the situation of their trauma in an effort to conquer it, person getting abusive boyfriends after they had abusive fathers and so on,
      That's like Karma, you get reborn, and you are recreating your situation to conquer it.
      Discourse is a high virtue, for without discourse there's war so feel free to talk, or disregard this even.

  • @JohnSmith-sw8qs
    @JohnSmith-sw8qs 4 роки тому +263

    I'd love to see him off of drugs and getting a job and getting his son

    • @kimisthatyou
      @kimisthatyou 4 роки тому +2

      It’s the tattoos that messes it up for him :/

    • @thetruth2509
      @thetruth2509 4 роки тому +14

      KETOmania Not the multiple stabbings?

    • @finesse4848
      @finesse4848 4 роки тому +2

      @@thetruth2509 lmaooo right. She's used to guys like this ,but obviously with less tattoos because it messes everything up.

    • @thetruth2509
      @thetruth2509 4 роки тому +6

      Finesse Most people are absolute morons. The people in these videos are violent drug addicts that lie about wanting to change for the camera. I enjoy watching the videos because it’s quite entertaining to watch sociopaths try and explain themselves.

    • @kimisthatyou
      @kimisthatyou 4 роки тому +1

      The Truth my fault yes absolutely that one!

  • @solvability2782
    @solvability2782 3 роки тому +8

    his honesty is so pure. wish him the best.

  • @Sunflower-nx5en
    @Sunflower-nx5en 3 роки тому +138

    You're only 35...you can still do a lot...you have a wealth of experience of the gang life and prison and can educate yourself to help other young people...you are important to our society ....I see a warm empathetic beautiful human being in you....don't give up on yourself...I'll be praying for you and cheering you on...💕✌🇨🇦 please keep us posted

    • @lifeinblackandwhite6544
      @lifeinblackandwhite6544 2 роки тому +7

      I got out of prison at 35. And through hard work I turned my life around and now spend my life raising my children and spreading the word of God. Gangster style. Most churches are so clean cut that they scare away the ones who need it most. Support my new channel to help the movement of life after being locked up.

    • @JoseVelasco-xs5wq
      @JoseVelasco-xs5wq 9 місяців тому

      He got killed

  • @thefinalgrind
    @thefinalgrind 4 роки тому +253

    The moment you realize trying to murder someone, might just get you murdered while watching your buddy get murdered trying to murder someone. That's what they call an Epiphany kids.

    • @PsylentX
      @PsylentX 3 роки тому +5

      Except in continued on that long dark road to hell. Hell on earth.

    • @ramiromorales7136
      @ramiromorales7136 3 роки тому +3

      It's also his conscious telling him what he is doing has consequences but no physical actions from others to even care of his epiphany. Hope it makes sense

    • @kirkdunn1379
      @kirkdunn1379 3 роки тому +4

      That's politics in prison, you don't have much choice in there

    • @KiyaTheDon
      @KiyaTheDon 3 роки тому +5

      I had to read that about 50 times 💀

    • @bcaye
      @bcaye 3 роки тому

      That doesn't need to be capitalized, kid yourself.

  • @sharks3010
    @sharks3010 3 роки тому +150

    "It's cold out there"
    when you know he's not just talking about the temperature, that really got me. I hope this guy manages to find his way, for both him and his son.

  • @SarihnD
    @SarihnD 2 роки тому +13

    This man is a thinker and knows how to communicate. If he got his life together he would be a great counselor for youth going down a similar path.

    • @Anhjje
      @Anhjje Рік тому +1

      This man was involved in multiple stabbings over the course of his stay in prisons. He is not a thinker, someone who is a thinker does not repeatedly stab someone. Once? ok, but he says that he's done it several times.

    • @jwr3289
      @jwr3289 Рік тому

      ​@@Anhjje what I don't understand is he went in prison for 12 years, he got caught doing multiple stabbings and still only did 12 years, don't these attempted murders add any time on?

  • @82Ismael
    @82Ismael 4 роки тому +247

    Man its crazy to see what has happened to Sergio. I met Sergio when we were going to Belmont HS. As a matter in fact we would walk home after school with other of our friends including Rudy ( he should know who I'm talking about). I had no idea that he was going through tough times back then emotionally let alone physically. Anyways if he reads this post stay strong my brother and don't give up on yourself. I know your a smart individual you just have to apply yourself in a positive way.

    • @vgee3926
      @vgee3926 4 роки тому +24

      @todd sousa easier said than done..

    • @user-qz1sb8ln1x
      @user-qz1sb8ln1x 4 роки тому +40

      todd sousa hes not his fucking dad dude probably has a whole family lol things dont work like that bro

    • @Buz-Lunch-Punx
      @Buz-Lunch-Punx 4 роки тому +19

      @todd sousa Neither are you

    • @mwangimichael9502
      @mwangimichael9502 4 роки тому +3

      He is honeat.if he can have someone who can help he can change

    • @tormentadelluvia8223
      @tormentadelluvia8223 4 роки тому +5

      I'll let him know, he got locked up 3 months ago for a firearm unfortunately

  • @mags096
    @mags096 4 роки тому +44

    You can tell that there are so many thoughts and feelings going through his head at the same time that it's hard for him to express himself

    • @mccaslincole85
      @mccaslincole85 3 роки тому

      It's hard to articulate feelings with the Incredible limitations of words

  • @John_Linn
    @John_Linn 3 роки тому +219

    Sergio was honest, and articulate....his story blows me away.

    • @francmittelo6731
      @francmittelo6731 3 роки тому +3

      He is a cold blooded killer. He would kill you to get to that U$10 bill in your wallet. LOL

    • @John_Linn
      @John_Linn 3 роки тому +5

      @@francmittelo6731 Yup, especially on the inside of prison. I didn’t say I trusted him. I said he “seemed honest and articulate”.

    • @startechstudios6114
      @startechstudios6114 3 роки тому +1

      Articulate? No....

    • @John_Linn
      @John_Linn 3 роки тому +4

      @@startechstudios6114 "no" great comment.

    • @luismangiaterra1031
      @luismangiaterra1031 3 роки тому

      @Natalie e when we have choices, we make decisions and then we have to live with the consequences.

  • @torievans.805
    @torievans.805 2 роки тому +2

    This has to be one of my favorite interviews... Not only can you hear the sincerity in his voice but you can see it. I like when he would sit there and stare blankly reflecting on everything he's been through. He's done some bad but you have put yourself in his shoes if you were in that same position what you do? It's not really a choice. Sergio has lived more life than people twice even three times age and to hear how humble and appreciative he is to live on skid row has literally restored my faith in humanity. In my eyes... He's not criminal, a monster, or a 'bad person' he's real and that's just not something you come across or see too often in people anymore. Respect 💯

  • @franciscocruz803
    @franciscocruz803 3 роки тому +152

    “3 steps this way and 9 steps that way.. man Idk whatever” He knew exactly, exactly...

    • @XtRemeeDaN
      @XtRemeeDaN 3 роки тому

      When?

    • @kirkdunn1379
      @kirkdunn1379 3 роки тому +7

      When you have a history you have to be careful what you say.....am sure he didn't sign an imunity deal like they do on TV......SHIT can come back to you if you aren't careful bro....

    • @connor5147
      @connor5147 3 роки тому +9

      That’s exactly what I was thinking, he would have been counting those steps every single day

    • @psychedelicate
      @psychedelicate 3 роки тому

      yea i noticed that too.

  • @joogface386
    @joogface386 3 роки тому +112

    Damn, you can tell he's exhausted

    • @brianvasquez4484
      @brianvasquez4484 3 роки тому +5

      He's on heroin. Not that I'm looking down on him. Do what you do bro. Anyone that itches thier face and nose repeatedly is most likely doing opiates

    • @Theroadneverending
      @Theroadneverending 3 роки тому

      @@brianvasquez4484 why

    • @doesntmatterwhatyousay1928
      @doesntmatterwhatyousay1928 3 роки тому +3

      @@Theroadneverending it just comes with that high, yawns but not full yawns and itchy nose. I am an ex addict and I saw it within the first 10 seconds. He seems so lost, so sad. Hope he turns it around

    • @joshua7233
      @joshua7233 3 роки тому

      @@doesntmatterwhatyousay1928 Yes, same. Could pick it up within seconds.

  • @jordangoodchap
    @jordangoodchap 4 роки тому +392

    Dude has some of the best prison ink I've ever seen. It's clear, cohesive, and flows well with his body. His tattooist must be the richest guy in every block he's been in...

    • @360ispro
      @360ispro 4 роки тому +54

      i noticed that shit as well he has better ink then people who never been locked up before shout out his artist LOL

    • @clintmullins8670
      @clintmullins8670 4 роки тому +2

      I noticed that

    • @clintmullins8670
      @clintmullins8670 4 роки тому +4

      Clean AF

    • @aahsimovieprojects
      @aahsimovieprojects 4 роки тому +10

      Haha I felt like a dickhead about to write the same comment, but I'm glad other people noticed that. Besides the stuff on his scalp which is just not for me, the rest of his tattoos look pretty fucking good.

    • @MrEazyE357
      @MrEazyE357 4 роки тому +25

      Latinos tend to have some of the nicest prison ink. A lot of the time it's Inca and/or Aztec themed and is so intricate and looks so good you'd never think it was done in prison.

  • @bobglover3119
    @bobglover3119 3 роки тому +8

    I really appreciate what you do and sharing this with the world. In a strange way this helps people. It would be interesting if you could do a 6 month follow-up to see how Sergio is doing.

  • @VioletJoy
    @VioletJoy 4 роки тому +181

    I can't help but imagine what he would have been like if he had grown up in a loving home.

    • @yoiceman8034
      @yoiceman8034 4 роки тому

      Somewhat the same. Trust me. I can see it in him. He is a violent lion hearted protective person within. Although if he grew up differently he may have used it in a different way

    • @VioletJoy
      @VioletJoy 4 роки тому +5

      @@yoiceman8034 That's what I'm saying. Unless he is a born psychopath, which doesn't seem to be the case, he most likely would have led a very different life. 💔
      I noticed your user name. The man known as "The Ice Man" is one of the stories I find most fascinating. He was also a product of his environment and ended up killing for a living, although he is incredibly likeable.

    • @yoiceman8034
      @yoiceman8034 4 роки тому +1

      @@VioletJoy have a lovely day. Wish you the best of healing

    • @VioletJoy
      @VioletJoy 4 роки тому +4

      @CALICOTV301 You all had loving homes? Maybe we have different ideas of what that means. This guy mentioned growing up in a "normal home", yet both of his parents were alcoholics.
      There is much data to support the fact that children are greatly affected by not having their needs met, both physically and emotionally. And no, that doesn't simply mean being told that are loved. That's a simplistic view.
      Most children who have their needs met will not seek out another family figure like a gang.
      Also, big money doesn't look attractive to everyone. Often times, it's the culture of the environment which guides that sort of thinking. Maybe that's the type of area you grew up in, but it's not the norm.

    • @VioletJoy
      @VioletJoy 4 роки тому +1

      @Gäs Yes he did. I'm just pointing out the fact that many people are products of their environment. I'm not saying he couldn't have chosen differently. He could have. I'm just saying it is more common for someone to choose that lifestyle after having been raised around it.

  • @matthewgoldman3186
    @matthewgoldman3186 3 роки тому +22

    Anytime I watch one of these interviews, not only do I have heart for the men and women interviewed but the support and love from the comments reminds me that there are more good people in the world, people who care and who have big hearts for all people.
    Gives me more hope than you can imagine, bless 🙏

  • @joannasherman3651
    @joannasherman3651 4 роки тому +97

    You can see him reflecting as he’s telling his story. It’s gut wrenching to know his newborn baby is in the system. All the stories we hear on this channel about kids in the system, it’s disheartening to think that sweet little baby boy statistically, won’t have a chance at a healthy and happy life. That’s tough to think about. ✌🏼

    • @johnnyrocberry
      @johnnyrocberry 4 роки тому +6

      It would be gut wrenching to think about the poor kid's future if this guy had custody...

  • @milop.5493
    @milop.5493 2 роки тому +3

    I hope Sergio finds his peace & happiness. I’m Mexican raised in Denver’s 5 Points and Jamaica Queens and lived in L.A. for a short while. I got to meet individuals just like him in my pursuit of self knowledge of my culture. I never judged young Brown, Black and Asian brothers I met living that life and I loved the conversations I would have with them when they heard me speak and realized I wasn’t from L.A. Had some good conversations and learned a lot from them as well. Most of them were kind to me. Thank You Boyle Heights for the education.

  • @sarahlove4554
    @sarahlove4554 4 роки тому +18

    Ugh this breaks my heart. He seems like a really warm person

  • @marcicontreras488
    @marcicontreras488 4 роки тому +77

    He needs to seek help with his brother in San Diego and work in construction and just get away from L.A.

  • @she_faancy2729
    @she_faancy2729 4 роки тому +165

    It’s really sad how society treats people with felonies. If half of these people had job opportunities they wouldn’t be out on the streets.

    • @twinkletoes110
      @twinkletoes110 4 роки тому +2

      Lee Bartlett That mi amor is no lie!!!

    • @_whatnext_9319
      @_whatnext_9319 4 роки тому +3

      @@Terracecasualx5 don't let others define you. There are good people out there willing to give other good people who have made mistakes a second chance, you just have to keep at it (easier said than done I know)

    • @Terracecasualx5
      @Terracecasualx5 4 роки тому

      ¿SeriouSly PeoPle? I know and you are right but after being knocked back and down so many times,you think what’s the point of trying to go straight and join society. Because no one gives a fuck and know one wants to know. So you go back to earning money the way you know how and all ex cons will tell you this. But I’ll keep trying coz it’s too easy to slip into old routines!!

    • @_whatnext_9319
      @_whatnext_9319 4 роки тому +2

      @@Terracecasualx5 I get that brother, I truly do. Do what you need to eat and provide for yours, but just know there are still some good ones left it's just a matter of putting yourself out there to come across them. Doesn't later how anyone else views you other than your loved ones. I wish you luck man

    • @Terracecasualx5
      @Terracecasualx5 4 роки тому +1

      ¿SeriouSly PeoPle? Thank you brother and peace to you and yours.

  • @BROSoftheFU
    @BROSoftheFU 2 роки тому +2

    Bro, I’m from a broken home but I was always a very strong believer of “somebody always has it harder”, remember that folks, god bless this man.

  • @finolaomurchu8217
    @finolaomurchu8217 4 роки тому +199

    Not much of a life, the older he gets he knows it. He wants son back, and clean living. How can he manage this? Needs support.

    • @Nobody-Nowhere
      @Nobody-Nowhere 4 роки тому +27

      @michael timmer well that just solved the whole issue

    • @notgnar8506
      @notgnar8506 4 роки тому +4

      You can't run away from addiction, you need to run toward something better.

    • @yocland8841
      @yocland8841 4 роки тому +4

      Is., it's just impossible for these folks to....not go back to the pen by themselves. They need help from another person. Look at how Scandinavia and Germany do it. They have tons to success getting people to be cool.

    • @naturallaw1733
      @naturallaw1733 4 роки тому +3

      @michael timmer
      did you just call 10 year old pussies tough guy? 🤭

    • @pkquick2009
      @pkquick2009 4 роки тому +1

      Finola O murchu - Why is America obliged to support these People ?

  • @Swagolisious2
    @Swagolisious2 4 роки тому +19

    When he paused to remember his memories. You could see how much he still sees it. And Dann

  • @beautiful_9ightmare704
    @beautiful_9ightmare704 4 роки тому +22

    He's stuck...I work in a prison northern cali...psychiatric program... being in a cell alone will fuq you up! Going in as a child and trying to live as a 35yr old when you get out is very hard! I wish they had more programs to help these people get on their feet. STAY STRONG SERGIO.. YOU MADE IT OUT THE JUNGLE.. YOU CAN DO ANYTHING!

  • @markkhan2838
    @markkhan2838 2 роки тому +4

    What I notice about these guys is that they all have very sharp memories. Such heart breaking stories... I wish I could help them all.

  • @doloresparra4604
    @doloresparra4604 4 роки тому +21

    This young man and his story will be with me for a long time. Sending him love.

    • @albertomedina4294
      @albertomedina4294 4 роки тому +1

      Dolores Parra Hey good morning, By any chance you live in Los Angeles to help this guy out?

    • @rgCA_01123
      @rgCA_01123 4 роки тому

      @The heart hugger Find or contact Mark Laita who films and produces these videos! You can send him a message through his patreon account www.patreon.com/softwhiteunderbelly ❤✝️🙏🏼

    • @thematriarchy2075
      @thematriarchy2075 4 роки тому +1

      @The heart hugger soft_white_underbelly@yahoo.com

    • @naturallaw1733
      @naturallaw1733 4 роки тому

      @The heart hugger
      Love the name Brah! 🤗

    • @doloresparra4604
      @doloresparra4604 4 роки тому +2

      Alberto Medina hello! currently I am living in Montana. However, yes I am interested in helping.

  • @livingsimpleproperties4132
    @livingsimpleproperties4132 3 роки тому +98

    He's not use to literally anybody asking questions concerning him. He's getting asked simple questions abt his past and how he feels, and it looks like he's hitting the wall each time

    • @joelewertow7115
      @joelewertow7115 3 роки тому +7

      Astute observation

    • @dwightchaos9449
      @dwightchaos9449 3 роки тому +2

      True… he’s also making sure he don’t say nothing that will get him hit later. When you experience sht like that, you tuck it way back and make sure ya don’t think about it anymore.. so it takes time to recall it correctly.

  • @kidecree444
    @kidecree444 3 роки тому +35

    When he said he was waiting for the bell to ring. “I’m tired I’m just going looking back like …..it’s never taken this long “ Lmaooo it was then I knew Sergio did not want this life. Damn man. Watching these make me really reflect An just be grateful for everything around me.

  • @Martin-uf8zp
    @Martin-uf8zp 2 роки тому +6

    I am 42 eyars old living in Russia. My Father left my mother when I was 1 year old She was 20 years old. I was growing up almost alone on the street (my mam past away because of cancer) I was in the jail some time, then I meet my wife and she change my life. I have two beautiful children and every day I said to the Gad THANK you for that. My family it is my life. I just want to tell to this man, try to find any possibilities to get good connections to your san it is very important. ( Sorry for my poor English)

  • @fuddrucker74
    @fuddrucker74 4 роки тому +36

    My childhood was normal. My parents were alcoholics. I could stay out and they didn't care. Or, they were to drunk to care. I got arrested for having a gun at 15, and attempted murder three weeks later.
    That's not normal.
    It shouldn't be ok that it was normal for him.
    It's so sad.

    • @Irodmel
      @Irodmel 3 роки тому

      Ask anyone from a poor minority neighborhood and most will give you this response, for us unfortunately it is the norm. Thankfully some of us manage not to fall into the same trap and manage to do good for ourselves

  • @GmdElectric
    @GmdElectric 4 роки тому +146

    If we were all this honest, we'd all live in a better world.

    • @jimbeanbragger9209
      @jimbeanbragger9209 4 роки тому +5

      I feel like he'd have a lot easier time talking about it without the camera on him. It seems he holds a lot back because he doesn't want to offend anyone who sees this

    • @solodystriq7017
      @solodystriq7017 3 роки тому +10

      @@jimbeanbragger9209 lmao offend 😂😂😂😭 are u dumb he don’t wanna get booked

    • @jimbeanbragger9209
      @jimbeanbragger9209 3 роки тому

      @@solodystriq7017 you're a mess. Go take your meds

    • @Jaypes1
      @Jaypes1 3 роки тому +3

      @@jimbeanbragger9209 fuck off

    • @Quandussy
      @Quandussy 3 роки тому

      @@solodystriq7017 can't blame him whatsoever lmao, he's just being smart

  • @BFTLF
    @BFTLF 4 роки тому +102

    You can tell he is deep thought and have regrets but he is like in his head what do I do now. He can't see himself out the hole.

    • @隠れた
      @隠れた 4 роки тому +1

      Sad thing is most ppl like him never find a way out

    • @perronogventuradesousa2285
      @perronogventuradesousa2285 4 роки тому +1

      More facts

    • @rgCA_01123
      @rgCA_01123 4 роки тому +4

      We can't give up on Sergio, or other people like him. If we give up hope, what hope do they have? We are all connected and our society is collectively responsible for failing so many families 💔

    • @savagendn961
      @savagendn961 4 роки тому

      @@rgCA_01123 You seem intelligent. What u said is something alot of people would rather dismiss and sweep under the rug so they dont get the illusion of a perfect world shattered.

  • @weedywendy4266
    @weedywendy4266 3 роки тому +5

    this interview means a lot to me. thank you.

  • @MrBrokentowels
    @MrBrokentowels 4 роки тому +24

    Wow. The saddest part of this mans life is how detached he is from his own story.

  • @kenziek5489
    @kenziek5489 3 роки тому +413

    He doesn’t want this life but it’s the life he was forced into, I hope he’s doing better and I hope god grabbed him and helped him.

    • @swervv2957
      @swervv2957 3 роки тому +4

      Most don’t

    • @crystllclr3743
      @crystllclr3743 3 роки тому +14

      Don’t believe in god but if it means people use the concept to better themselves then I’m cool with it.

    • @kenziek5489
      @kenziek5489 3 роки тому +3

      @@swervv2957 yeah but they get forced into it

    • @swervv2957
      @swervv2957 3 роки тому +3

      @@kenziek5489 true. A person don’t have to go that way but at the time and circumstances, it’s usually the seemingly easier choice, and fit that seems right. But the outcome don’t have to be in the pen for life or dead in the hood. You just got to want and know that there is better. That shit will mold you or fold you?!

    • @codprocamp4690
      @codprocamp4690 3 роки тому +2

      GOD

  • @Jjernsberger
    @Jjernsberger 4 роки тому +133

    I like this guy. He has a lot to offer. Just needs a hand, helping him get connections to the people that will give him work. I wish I could help get him on his feet. Good luck, Sergio.

    • @aegisreflector1239
      @aegisreflector1239 3 роки тому +4

      I agree he needs help but idk about liking this guy hes a scum bag

    • @tex959
      @tex959 3 роки тому +5

      @@aegisreflector1239 You never know how someone will turn out if they are put in the wrong environment. He want's to change but doesn't know how.. his gang was his only family and violence was all he knew.

    • @samack3
      @samack3 3 роки тому +2

      @@tex959 id like to see you welcome this man into your home or establishment forget that

    • @tex959
      @tex959 3 роки тому +3

      @@samack3 Nowhere in my comment did I suggest that he's ready to be trusted. I'm saying that a bad environment can change someone for the worse and there is no way for me to know if that damage can be repaired to the point that he's a non-violent member of society.

    • @brianvasquez4484
      @brianvasquez4484 3 роки тому +6

      I'll give him a job right the fuck now. Sergio if you can make it to Olympia Washington I'll give you a job. Doing drugs doesn't mean you have to be a piece of shit. Everything we do is for a reason. I can't judge anybody for their actions.

  • @susanmann5286
    @susanmann5286 3 роки тому +4

    Incredibly heart breaking. If I were teaching undergrad' social work I would share this video with my students.

  • @juicebox8646
    @juicebox8646 3 роки тому +6

    Every pause he had was a moment of reflection. It practically made me imagine those events as he stopped to gather the words for the details of each story..

  • @attashatara6769
    @attashatara6769 3 роки тому +13

    I’m so blessed to have had both parents in my life these kind of stories makes me appreciate my dad and mom even more

  • @mattlopez8449
    @mattlopez8449 4 роки тому +8

    This page has brought me some of the best videos I’ve seen on UA-cam in a while! Thank you for your content SFWUB!!!!

  • @annamarsch6091
    @annamarsch6091 2 роки тому +49

    I am very moved by this interview. Sergio , despite all he has seen and done and experienced still has a glow and you can see he is a good man beneath all this. I pray for you. I wish you happiness. I really do. You deserve it.

    • @nosouponhead
      @nosouponhead Рік тому +10

      You can't be a good man after doing bad things.

    • @AntigravityBatteries
      @AntigravityBatteries Рік тому +7

      Your being romantic, you cannot tell anything about these guys. As he said he's tried to kill people. Theres no "good man" here. Talk is easy, actions are what are real. Look at his actions.

    • @D33PFUTURE
      @D33PFUTURE Рік тому +3

      he's a child trapped in an adult body, fucked from the beginning, i don't think it's appropriate to say 'he's not a good person' that's not the conversation to be had here. i'm with you @annamarsch6091

    • @D33PFUTURE
      @D33PFUTURE Рік тому

      @@nosouponhead not true! watch mohawk matt, watch ex con billy, watch john alite, mike dowd

    • @D33PFUTURE
      @D33PFUTURE Рік тому +1

      he's a child trapped in an adult body, fucked from the beginning, i don't think it's appropriate to say 'he's not a good person' that's not the conversation to be had here. i'm with you

  • @baybornbalkanbaby7277
    @baybornbalkanbaby7277 3 роки тому +11

    I feel for this man. I pray that he will come to his senses and get help to get clean, sober, a job and his child back. Thank you for your work interviewing these people.

  • @tyna1342
    @tyna1342 3 роки тому +27

    He seems very reflective on his life. Wish him the best.

  • @raneenariyas1873
    @raneenariyas1873 3 роки тому +46

    Alcoholic parents, no proper attention, spending late teens and whole of the 20s in prison, having no decent option to survive, far from his child - he's actually been through a lot. I feel really bad for him.
    May he be able to live a peaceful life someday soon.

    • @nxlv_8362
      @nxlv_8362 2 роки тому +1

      @Johnny Pitbull have mercy

  • @Usurfit
    @Usurfit 2 роки тому +2

    He looks so sincere and genuine about what he talks. He does not seem proud of his past and see lots of regrets. Wish him good luck.

  • @lizhines9878
    @lizhines9878 4 роки тому +37

    Some how some way this man could get it together. This is his chance to turn his life around for this child. Be strong and get it together! This baby needs you!

    • @danao1796
      @danao1796 4 роки тому +6

      When he finally "gets it", his kids will be grown up, and probably be in jail themselves, and he'll be an old man full of regret.

    • @tracyllewellyn5942
      @tracyllewellyn5942 4 роки тому

      I think you're correct there Dana.

    • @powderandpaint14
      @powderandpaint14 4 роки тому +1

      He seems very thoughtful, he's aware of the things he's done wrong. Finding a different path to live a life that doesn't involve drugs or criminality is going to be hard. Some sort of mentor programme with men who have been interviewed on here who have left gang life could be helpful.

    • @chasedwar2
      @chasedwar2 4 роки тому +1

      He knows that he is incapable of raising a child. He regrets leaving his baby but understands that he has nothing to offer that child. He can’t function in society and he’s a dangerous man, just a matter of time before he’s back in jail.

    • @thecowgirlwithin
      @thecowgirlwithin 4 роки тому

      Of course he has a chance! Everyone has a chance.......but he has made his

  • @laurenskinner9506
    @laurenskinner9506 3 роки тому +77

    I watch him and honestly he doesn’t seem like what his life is now. He just seems...better than that, capable of more, intelligent. I honestly think he could have a great future whenever he decides to believe in himself and decide he wants more. Wishing him all the very best.

    • @ADG-pl7ur
      @ADG-pl7ur 3 роки тому +2

      He's got to do a 180 full change of life or it isn't happening. Quit all drugs, get away from bad influence etc.

    • @gabrielmartin4726
      @gabrielmartin4726 2 роки тому +1

      "Decide he wants more." Yes.

  • @MyLuvJones
    @MyLuvJones 4 роки тому +91

    Man I wish someone could get this guy a job in construction or something. Maybe that would help get his life on track. I hope one day he’s able to get his baby before it’s too late.

    • @handlethis213
      @handlethis213 4 роки тому +3

      and the cycle continues

    • @thecowgirlwithin
      @thecowgirlwithin 4 роки тому

      Already too late I believe

    • @rgCA_01123
      @rgCA_01123 4 роки тому +11

      @@thecowgirlwithin It's never to late. We can't give up on people ❤✝️🙏🏼

    • @natalieperez2182
      @natalieperez2182 4 роки тому +3

      Yes I pray God sends him some help & resources. So he can do better for himself & baby 🙏

    • @Bigfrench915
      @Bigfrench915 4 роки тому +2

      He needs to get sober first I believe that would be his first step to bettering himself

  • @wowisjake
    @wowisjake 2 роки тому +5

    Love you Sergio.. we all in this together man.. we all just do the best we can with what we have to to work with. I wish you the best brother

  • @ashleycheechoo3845
    @ashleycheechoo3845 3 роки тому +13

    Sergio, this is not the end of your story. You have so much more left to write - hopefully positive. You are more than your circumstances and you are more than your past decisions, you have so much to offer. I deeply hope you can find the help you need, for yourself and for your son. I truly hope the best is yet to come for you. ❤️

  • @morticiagypsy4244
    @morticiagypsy4244 4 роки тому +33

    He's a humble good guy, God bless you and protect you out there Sergio, especially on those cold nights.

    • @deeorr6403
      @deeorr6403 3 роки тому +1

      Good guy, just don't piss him off

    • @maple9502
      @maple9502 3 роки тому

      Bruh he’s a murder he is not a good guy

    • @morticiagypsy4244
      @morticiagypsy4244 3 роки тому

      @@luismangiaterra1031 The God he believes in. A higher being.

    • @morticiagypsy4244
      @morticiagypsy4244 3 роки тому

      @@maple9502 I see potential in this guy

    • @maple9502
      @maple9502 3 роки тому

      @@morticiagypsy4244 A humble good guy does not take another persons life. Whats wrong with you?

  • @charlesalberti563
    @charlesalberti563 4 роки тому +32

    I love this dude, you can tell every sentence stems from a lot of inward reflection

  • @qadventures
    @qadventures 2 роки тому +4

    The humanity... the honesty. I would love to be in contact with this man.

    • @gowdsake7103
      @gowdsake7103 2 роки тому

      Do it he would rip you off and not even flinch

  • @waybach
    @waybach 4 роки тому +16

    23:29 his smile gave me chills of him thinking about the warmth crystal gave him when he was cold

  • @rbeneveds
    @rbeneveds 3 роки тому +19

    If these interviews teach us anything it’s that those first 10 years are super important to the remaining.

  • @stockzy1
    @stockzy1 4 роки тому +21

    He actually speaks really well. You can tell he has a deeper mind than most gangbangers that get interviewed. With a different start in life who knows what he could of done with it