I’m a retired Law Enforcement Officer who personally knows Ray. Ray has a heart of gold and would do anything for anyone that needed something. He was in good standing with his department until he was falsely accused of these accusations. He inspired teenage juvenile delinquents to turn their lives around. It bothers me to know that there are corrupt cops out there that intentionally set up good officers for their own personal gain. It bothers me even more that other officers that know that Police corruption is going on and look the other way because their worried about repercussions from other officers and their departments. It sickens me that Police corruption like this goes on across the United States. My advice to any officer coming on today is do what’s ethically right on the street. Your integrity is everything. If someone is doing something criminally wrong, you as an officer of the law have an obligation to turn these criminals behind the badge in. There are people in life that are leaders and there are people in life that are followers. Ray is a leader. He stood up knowing that there were going to be repercussions for whistleblowing on these scum bags. There’s not too many people in life that could have handled the mental and physical abuse that Ray and his family suffered. This man deserves to be reinstated and these dirty cops need to be criminally charged and convicted. His story needs to go viral so this type of criminal behavior can be stopped. This story should be heard at every Police Academy across the country. If we don’t do something to stop it, it will only get worse. ~Weed out dirty cops~ If we want Policing to be better it has to be done!!!!
Do you think police corruption is getting worse or has it always been like this? This opens up a whole can of worms in all parts of the government… you have to wonder how fck’d up it all really is…
This is the most important video SWU has ever posted. This man deserves recognition for his exemplary life. Hope his book, “i’m still standing” becomes a movie so he can make millions. He still gives back. Wow.
This story cut me to the core. You may have been poor financially, but you are rich in mind, body, soul, love and faith. All the best to you and yours, Mr. Raymond. Thank you, Mark, for giving this man a platform to tell his story.
I love society. Humans are a very interesting species. Just remember it's all a game and nothing really matters and you'll start to love society too.😎💯
@MrPeteDane No one is without pain. No one is without lack of freedom. I surely hope your statement refers to society as a whole. All people matter and all people are suffering. It's US. All of US. We are on the same team and it's your mistake if you ever believe otherwise.
"Honest Man" I rolled my eyes and clicked on it anyway. I was so touched by this story. The strength of this man. Gives me faith by looking at what a corrupt system we live in, and without faith in God you have nothing.
@@void1718 Yes, and he should stop commenting. Blacksun's comments do little more than contribute to the "cringe" factor. Trolls will be trolls, though. They get their kicks from getting reactions to their "hate and bait" tactics.
I have so much respect for this man. I’ve seen people wrongfully accused and persecuted for things they never did. Liars can literally destroy people’s lives with nothing more than malicious words. I hope this good, honest man and his family find peace and happiness in the future. This story hit hard.
@@AdaptiveApeHybrid well in that case it's a okay bc i won 2nd prize in the international youth art awards then went on to have my art shown in the Sydney morning herald newspaper and sold many artworks after that having trained at COFA being selected on my portfolio alone.
A friend sent me this Video. I was stunned because it's my story also. Almost every experience. From a dept head, award winning, record breaking, so called good cop. Until the day I was asked to commit perjury. The refusal ended in years of harassment, couple bs arrest, and homelessness. FOP didn't help, my Masonic brothers didn't help, and found out who my friends really were. Crazy. My 9 year battle is finally ending. Thanks, because when you go thru that type of experience, people doubt you no matter how much you can prove it. You want to give up. Bur I refused to let them win. God bless you brother.... Former Lt Virgil Thomas. Houston TX
Have you done deep research into Masonry? At the highest levels, it is Luciferianism. It is no mistake they did not come to your aid in the name of moral righteousness and GOOD
Raymond, I am a jail chaplain. I'm seeing corruption in our local judicial system especially when it comes to plea bargaining. It causes people who have committed very heinous crimes to get off with far less than they should get. On the other hand some inmates are coerced out of fear to take a plea bargain and admit to things they didn't do. My heart is broken but I will serve God wherever he sends me. I love him more than my life. Years ago I took a plea bargain because I was naive and didn't know how to trust God. Now I do. Blessings to you my brother and friend. Wish I could break bread with you someday.
This is heartbreaking to the inth degree! 😢 I grew up with Mr. Raymond Hicks Jr. and his family. We went to a small family church together & he and his siblings and mom Ms. Bernice have ALWAYS been great people. Mr. Raymond wanted to become the Sheriff of Broward County and this is how they denied him because he was too clean! God Bless him and his family! God's got you Ray. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾💜
This really hit home... one of my hardest memories is remembering my father crying on christmas day because he couldnt afford to get the presents we wanted. It still breaks my heart and makes me tear up to remember that day. My father is the kindest most compassionate person who ever lived. He and my mother taught me that bei g kind and compassionate is THE most important thing in life. A lot of parents say "you have to be successful, you have to make a lot of money, you need to get a college degree." But mine taught me that kindness and love is the most important trait, and god bless them for that. Thanks mom and dad!!!
when this man breaks down in tears over being called a menace to society I get straight goosebumps truly highlighting what is wrong with our society that this man should have to go thru something like that
“What makes you keep believing in humanity?” “Because of people like you” - Raymond Hicks So rad!!! I loved this interview. Dear Mr Hicks, Thank you for sharing your heart with the world! This blessed me so much! God is already using your life! ❤
Raymond, You have never been a menace to our society. I wish every single Cop could be like you and have your moral compass. You are exactly what America needs more than any other time in our history. We need men, who like yourself, stand up for what is wrong no matter what race, gender, religion, political affiliation….etc We need men who when they see something going down that is unethical they report it, document it, and follow up on the resolution of it. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being one of the few good guys that are left. You stand tall and proud & be the humble American man you are. Don’t ever change and don’t settle for something less than what is right. I wish you would go speak to high schools around America because there are a lot of teenagers who could learn a thing or 80 from you. Good on your Momma and Pops for raising a great man and God Bless you!!
God bless you Ramon. I’m so sorry God knows your an amazing soul. You tried your best and this ugly world still will try to tear people down. I’m so sorry you went through every single thing you did. I wish I could take your pain away. My heart literally hurts so much. Ramon God bless you I love you my friend wish I could give you a big big big hug. Sending you so much love and so much light and so much peace. I’m so sorry again you never deserved any of it. It was never you it’s this horrible world and the devils acts…. Take care please 🙏🏽☀️
This is one of the saddest stories I’ve ever heard. All he went through as a child and the obstacles he went through as an adult. He still remained an outstanding human being. We could all learn something from this man.
I want to hug this guy. When he broke down, it crushed my heart. You can tell he is such a great person. We need more amazing people like that in the world. God bless❤
when he started breaking down and swear i said out loud “ i’m sorry”…said that like three times in a row as we continued his story; the fact that i could feel that through just hearing this story…i am a complete stranger to this man, and i have more compassion than those who worked with him and knew him personally…this makes me disgusted with our justice system and our American Police departments
The fact that he exposed wrongdoing and instantly became an enemy of law enforcement is frightening to say the least. I'm so glad this story is being told, and I wonder how many others have been done this way?
Mark- I have watched, and somehow related to, nearly every interview you've done for the last 2 years. This is the first time I found tears running down my eyes. What happened to this beautiful human is the part of our society that truly terrifies me. The greedy and corrupt, in ultimate power. This story is the epitome of the soft white underbelly.
Man, this one brought me to tears more than once. This world can be such a messed up place. Raymond, YOU'RE A FREAKING HERO. Thank you for staying true, even through all of the hurt ❤
I can almost bet that many of the cops who did him wrong in any way are going to see his story and I hope it eats them up that he’s still doing great! When Mark for up to hug him it warmed my heart. I’ve never seen him move from behind the camera. ❤
You can see how much it hurts this gentleman when he recalls being called a criminal, or a menace to society. The crooked cops did everything they could to destroy this man's life, where is the justice?
@@Kelly-ml5tl and if they never trusted Him then they burn forever in the lake which burns forever that hell and death is cast into according to Revelations
Hey Ray, I cried 3 times hearing you're story. The patience you display when you're telling the 3rd home raid is really something I admire. Be blessed brother
You can tell by his upbringing and the choices he made he’s just been looking for brotherhood and fellowship yet humanity just constantly let him down and the fact he can still love after all this is so inspiring to me, this man truly walks like Jesus did. Amazing.
This man, right here, strengthens my faith in humanity. This story, with all its twists and turns, could’ve ended very differently than it did. Most men would not have handled the situations Ray was in as well as he did. One day he will hear the words, “Well done, good and faithful servant.”
@evan6484….. this reminds me of a modern day “Walking Tall”. I know there are movie makers out there that would love to take it on. He needs to write his book.
Lol he threw innocent men in jail then they threw him in jail.... Due process is modern day punishment now he gets his due process and literally cry about it smh what's this world coming to
This man should never have to work another day in his life. Broward County owes him. What an inspiration. I am so sorry this happened to him and his family. AND he is a cycle breaker. He hauled his life to a new level - over and over again and laid a new path for his children, and one full of love, faith, integrity and hope. May the best in life find and bless him and his.
I HEAR YA….i am literally talking to the screen, “NOOOO WAY, this can’t be happening AGAIN!!!” I’m absolutely SICKENED by the treatment of this hard working, humble man!!! 😢😢
The parts where he broke down in tears was really heart wrenching. When a honest man cries...ain't nothing sadder than that..Mr. Hicks' unshakeable faith in G-D is very inspirational.
I have never left a comment on a UA-cam video before now....this man deserves all the good the world and God could ever possibly give. He is such a blessing and I wish I could give him a hug for sharing his experiences and showing his sheer will to always do the next right thing. Someone please help this man and may God bless him and his family.
This is testament that being a good natured person is the most difficult path in life. People took advantage of him at every turn, perceiving him as an easy mark because of his kindness. His life would have been much easier had he turned cold and hateful, but he made it through with his nature intact; truly commendable. I would say less than 1% of people make it through this path unscathed and unchanged.
It’s only a mirage that his life would’ve been easier if he’d been the evil, violent person that his environment wanted him to be - he’d likely be dead, disabled or on death row right now had he done that. He’s a modern day Job from the Bible.
@@WideAwakeHuman You are perceiving those things as easier than what he's been through, where as I am not. It would have been the path of least resistance to turn to violence, take his own life or enact his rage upon someone else; it would have also been the easy path to condemn all police as his father did, but he chose forgiveness - thats a difficult thing in itself that not many people are capable of. To struggle on and survive with himself intact is the hardest thing he could have done. In that sense, his life would have indeed been easier, had he changed his nature. I'm not saying it would have been as long of a life or a better one, just one with less struggle and requiring less perseverance
This is one of the best interviews I have seen on this channel by far. There are many good people who never get their credit, I'm glad this man did as well as the people who helped him. Faith is a great thing. God bless him and his family.
this has to be one of the most moving videos i've ever seen on this channel and i've seen A LOT. i never knew people like this existed in real life, i thought it was only in movies. God bless this man and his family. only god can put someone through so much and keep them from turning into a bitter person at the end of it. This man is still a kind soul after all he's endured. I commend you Raymond. You're an angel on earth. You're truly an inspiration, God bless you
This stuff happened to me too because of trying to help the community. I’m crying because I’m not alone and it happened to some other honest person. Life is so cruel
Wow.....just wow. I surely hope we get a follow up visit from him and a continuation of his story. Mr. Ray Hicks is a name to remember and I am in complete awe of his resilience and faith. Just remarkable! I'm so glad the two of you were brought together.
Of all the stories I have watched on this channel, this man’s story and Clark’s have to be my favorite. Heartbreaking and inspiring all at once. What a beautiful human being. I wanted to hug this man so many times while watching his interview. You can tell his heart is genuinely full goodness.
This has left me stunned! I served my country then served my community as a law enforcement officer and I am appalled and professionally embarrassed by what happened to this good man. In Jesus name, I prayed for you and your family, Raymond. You are a good disciple and hero, brother. I am so sorry and disgusted by what you had to go through, but am encouraged that you used your testimony to continue to help others. Raise your head high and know that you are a good man and making a difference. I am proud of you!!!
As a law enforcement officer myself, what you experienced was completely heartbreaking. However, you are tremendously inspiring. I thank God I was able to hear your story and I pray all of the desires of your heart for yourself and your family come to pass. God continue to bless this man!
This was the best interview I've seen...I've been watching Soft White Under Belly since Mark started, I love hearing about people lives and being inspired by them...thank you Ray for your testimony..JEHOVAH IS GOOD ...ALWAYS
I love it when at the end of a "soft white underbelly "interview Mark gives the interviewee a hug. That means it touched Mark's heart. I was like: come on Mark, give this man a hug. It's the equivalent of the golden buzzer on that one talent show .
Ive watched a bunch of videos from you Mark but this one is so close to my reality so it hits different, each time he talks about how they called him a criminal he breaks down, I cried.
And people don’t understand the distrust for Americas police….this man is literally the epitome of hope, faith, and resilience. That you literally have to believe that you can make it through anything. God bless this man.
Most of the "sheeple"and "ignorant"ones, always assume that cops always do the right thing,like they are morally correct 💯 percent of the time,when in actual fact,they are just as subseptable to lying,cheating and stealing,just as you and I are. If anyone has reason to distrust the police,it's the African American peoples. I'm Caucasian,and from Vancouver Canada,and I'm not gonna say I can begin to fully understand what it's truly like in your country regarding racism,but I was on the street,and encountered so much police corruption from theft, racism, assaults,and less concern over what they deemed as, crimes that didn't need solving. They didn't even look into the 30+ missing women from the downtown Eastside,until more women had gone missing,and a serial killer was finally revealed. The running joke in Vancouver is,"who's the biggest gang in town"...the V.P.D. Take care,and peace to you and your family.🙏
A good interviewee is one who doesn't have to have question after question to drag their story out if them. 1 question at the 55min mark says it all. A powerful story, powerfully told.
One thing I love about this man is he knows every single persons name who helped him out. Their first and last name. Without even skipping a single beat, he listed off every single person by their first and last name. This was very a very inspiring story. “God takes you to the lowest point in your life so you can see the people around you.” Damn that hit.
This documentary has genuinely changed my life, to see his story, and how he can still shine light on others, lights a fire in me in which i want to spread kindness upon other people. Thank you.
I cried more for this man's struggle than most any. His life of giving has been rewarded by injustice. As much as he tries to do right, it seems he is punished. My prayers are with him in that he finally finds peace within this lifetime. He is a gem, thank you Mark. This story needs to come out.
Just when you think your life is too much to handle. People like him tell their stories and humble you. I can’t imagine going through all these things and still have a positive outlook on life and people.
I have felt things watching many of your videos but never this much empathy and longing to tell this man all the good things he is. Even as an imperfect as we all are and he may be this was insane. This hurts and inspires at the same time. I wish I could tell this man personally how glad I am he didn't give in and how sorry I feel that he had to go through all this for being an upright officer and human being.
What a powerful story. Just shows his character. He could have turned the other way and carried on but stayed to his principals and literally went through hell to be sitting telling the world his story. No man cries like that that is insincere.... If that story doesn't move you, you are not human. I will pray for this man and his family tonight, he is one of God's angels.
He needs to sue or something! This man and his family should not be allowed to suffer financially after all they have been through. They would not be in this position if he had never been falsely accused & arrested for YEARS! Raymond you are truly inspiring! I don’t know how you managed to go through all of this bs and come out just as strong, If not stronger, than you were before! You are a hero!
I don’t usually comment on these but you’re an amazing man. The world needs more men like you. You’re incredible thank you for sharing your difficult story with us.
I hope and pray this story is made a movie. He and his family deserve no less. How inspiring he truly is and the folks that came to his aide. Keep on keeping Ray.
Holy Shit. This is intense. No questions asked. Just an explosion of emotions. The messed up part, he’s not the only one this has happened too. I am humbled by this man’s life.
You know I give authorities who fail to stand up in the face of corruption a lot of sh*t, but what they did to Ray shows you why people are afraid to speak up. Our system is so broken it makes me sick. Honesty and bravery such as he’s shown is so rare in todays world. God bless you Ray 🙏🏼
If they can't beat your conscience out of you they'll psychologically torture you, and if they can't do that they'll ruin your life. That's why so few cops speak up about corruption, nobody wants to be the next Frank Serpico because they have to go through hell and they come out the other side destroyed. Even Teddy Roosevelt couldn't fix the NYPD, they chewed him up and spat him out. The only silver lining is that the system is better than it used to be.
Raymond Hicks is a hero. He stood up for what is right, against corruption, despite the unjust consequences. This is what a hero looks like and I hope he continues to share his story with the world and continues to stand up for what is right. I hope his heart heals fully from all he's been through and that his family's hearts do too. What an incredible and moving story. Thank you for sharing, Raymond.
He tells his story exactly like my daughter would. In great detail, remembering things that most people wouldn't even think of and day by day. I love this.
Raymond’s story is heartbreaking. What an incredible guy and still, even after having all the worst circumstances and situations thrown his way. Raymond has perseverance beyond anything I can imagine.
Raymond I now have watched almost all of the video. I feel your pain man. I know what it’s like to have someone to try and ruin your life. I am 71 now and still dealing with the lies told on me. I praise Jesus for your dedication strong constitution and the strength God has blessed you with.
I am constantly humbled by your videos Mark. This mans story is so noble and brave. I wish I could be the kind of person this man is; it IS possible to triumph over adversity! Praise God!
Somebody needs to be held accountable for this corruption, where is the DA, the Mayor, the chief of police, the Governor, the Senator. Why hasn't a good lawyer sueing the dept and the city.
Thanks Ray for telling your story. You are incredible! So much corruption and dirty politics happens and you came thru it with a sparkle in your eye! Well done! I'll look for your book. Cheers!
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I’m a retired Law Enforcement Officer who personally knows Ray. Ray has a heart of gold and would do anything for anyone that needed something. He was in good standing with his department until he was falsely accused of these accusations. He inspired teenage juvenile delinquents to turn their lives around. It bothers me to know that there are corrupt cops out there that intentionally set up good officers for their own personal gain. It bothers me even more that other officers that know that Police corruption is going on and look the other way because their worried about repercussions from other officers and their departments. It sickens me that Police corruption like this goes on across the United States. My advice to any officer coming on today is do what’s ethically right on the street. Your integrity is everything. If someone is doing something criminally wrong, you as an officer of the law have an obligation to turn these criminals behind the badge in. There are people in life that are leaders and there are people in life that are followers. Ray is a leader. He stood up knowing that there were going to be repercussions for whistleblowing on these scum bags. There’s not too many people in life that could have handled the mental and physical abuse that Ray and his family suffered. This man deserves to be reinstated and these dirty cops need to be criminally charged and convicted. His story needs to go viral so this type of criminal behavior can be stopped. This story should be heard at every Police Academy across the country. If we don’t do something to stop it, it will only get worse. ~Weed out dirty cops~ If we want Policing to be better it has to be done!!!!
Tell him we all say hi.
You're a good friend to Raymond 💜
Do you think police corruption is getting worse or has it always been like this? This opens up a whole can of worms in all parts of the government… you have to wonder how fck’d up it all really is…
Thank you for officers like you and this man.
May all prosper with grace and integrity
This man deserves nothing but peace in his life.
Seriously…. My heart hurts . God bless this man please
If the judge called me a menace to society it wouldn’t make me cry. Some of these judges do illegals and buy prostitutes.
He deserves for his nicest dreams to come true and so many more good things.
Amen !!! True Peace in Jesus Name
RIGHT!!
This is the most important video SWU has ever posted. This man deserves recognition for his exemplary life. Hope his book, “i’m still standing” becomes a movie so he can make millions. He still gives back. Wow.
This is an amazing individual ❤
Gimme a break
the mere fact that he has committed to memory the names of every person that has ever helped him proves he is a truly good man.
That right there proves how honest he is
Or it just proves that he is a highly intelligent man.
@@iuliannita3810 that too!
BUT GOD🙏🏿🙏🏾👑😇
he also remembered everyone's name who wronged him, and that's just as important so they can be held accountable.
He has been dying to get this out. Thank you for listening to this man’s story and for sharing it with us, Mark.
This story cut me to the core. You may have been poor financially, but you are rich in mind, body, soul, love and faith. All the best to you and yours, Mr. Raymond. Thank you, Mark, for giving this man a platform to tell his story.
This broke my heart and filled me with so much rage. Lord bless this man. He has a beautiful soul.
And that is where it counts!!!❤❤❤
This dude is like a breath of clean air in a society that is literally burning to the ground around us.
lol its always been a shit hole, u just are seeing a bit of it now!
I love society. Humans are a very interesting species. Just remember it's all a game and nothing really matters and you'll start to love society too.😎💯
@@divineintervention212 try to love society when "the game" is putting you in enormous amount of pain and your freedom is taken away from you .
Bah.... cops have always been corrupt. If you think it's any worse now a days your wrong
@MrPeteDane No one is without pain. No one is without lack of freedom. I surely hope your statement refers to society as a whole. All people matter and all people are suffering. It's US. All of US. We are on the same team and it's your mistake if you ever believe otherwise.
"Honest Man" I rolled my eyes and clicked on it anyway. I was so touched by this story. The strength of this man. Gives me faith by looking at what a corrupt system we live in, and without faith in God you have nothing.
I kinda rolled my eyes too. But he is a real solid dude.
This was so unbelievably horrid to hear.. the mental strength to get though all those trials... Raymond you ARE A HERO!
He hung in there with God and God saw him through.
What the devil has stolen, he has to Repay 7 times. Watch what is to happen in Raymond’s life. ✝️
Literally I could never!!! As he said some people wouldn’t have made it through half the things he went through. God bless him!
@@saidahjamila exactly my thoughts, I would have been broken and gave up, sad to say.
His unwavering strength and faith is so inspiring.
Bro, I swear the comment section of this channel is so cringe.
@@blacksunsigrune8831 stop reading it then.
@@void1718 Yes, and he should stop commenting. Blacksun's comments do little more than contribute to the "cringe" factor. Trolls will be trolls, though. They get their kicks from getting reactions to their "hate and bait" tactics.
@@blacksunsigrune8831 what's more cringey then being a troll? Not much. Grow up idiot
💯 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
He talked nonstop, but never got off topic. This man is 100% telling the truth. I wish him the best 🥹🥹👏🏾
He have so much to say… he’s so matter of fact.
I have so much respect for this man. I’ve seen people wrongfully accused and persecuted for things they never did. Liars can literally destroy people’s lives with nothing more than malicious words. I hope this good, honest man and his family find peace and happiness in the future. This story hit hard.
I cannot give this gentleman enough respect 🫡
I’ll never forget what an honest cops told me…not all inmates are lairs and not all cops are honest …
EVERYBODY BORN OF A WOMAN AND AN EARTHLING MAN ARE BOTH LIARS AND DISHONEST . DO NOT BE DECEIVED.
"I've known good criminals and bad cops. Bad priests, honorable thieves."
@@AdaptiveApeHybrid I worked for a bad cop for 6 yrs, so what r u trying 2 say ?
@@coopsawright7225 it's a quote from a piece of art. I'm co-signing what the OP said stranger :)
@@AdaptiveApeHybrid well in that case it's a okay bc i won 2nd prize in the international youth art awards then went on to have my art shown in the Sydney morning herald newspaper and sold many artworks after that having trained at COFA being selected on my portfolio alone.
This guy is a real hero. He stuck to what he knew was right no matter what. His heart is true.
A friend sent me this Video. I was stunned because it's my story also. Almost every experience. From a dept head, award winning, record breaking, so called good cop. Until the day I was asked to commit perjury. The refusal ended in years of harassment, couple bs arrest, and homelessness. FOP didn't help, my Masonic brothers didn't help, and found out who my friends really were. Crazy. My 9 year battle is finally ending. Thanks, because when you go thru that type of experience, people doubt you no matter how much you can prove it. You want to give up. Bur I refused to let them win. God bless you brother.... Former Lt Virgil Thomas. Houston TX
I’m in Houston and will buy you lunch or a drink sometime - would love to hear your story man
MAY GOD CONTINUE TO COVER AND BLESS U BROTHER!
@virgilthomas7177 would you be open to telling your story on a podcast?
Have you done deep research into Masonry? At the highest levels, it is Luciferianism. It is no mistake they did not come to your aid in the name of moral righteousness and GOOD
Masonry = satanism.
A father, a son, a husband.....a man with pride, a man of integrity.....seeing his tears, really struck me hard.
Raymond, I am a jail chaplain. I'm seeing corruption in our local judicial system especially when it comes to plea bargaining. It causes people who have committed very heinous crimes to get off with far less than they should get. On the other hand some inmates are coerced out of fear to take a plea bargain and admit to things they didn't do. My heart is broken but I will serve God wherever he sends me. I love him more than my life. Years ago I took a plea bargain because I was naive and didn't know how to trust God. Now I do. Blessings to you my brother and friend. Wish I could break bread with you someday.
There is nothing worse than being falsely accused of anything much less something huge you tried to speak out against. This guy is amazing.
I hope this brother gets everything he deserves…. Beautiful story, beautiful human being. I’m rooting for you Hicks !
This is heartbreaking to the inth degree! 😢 I grew up with Mr. Raymond Hicks Jr. and his family. We went to a small family church together & he and his siblings and mom Ms. Bernice have ALWAYS been great people. Mr. Raymond wanted to become the Sheriff of Broward County and this is how they denied him because he was too clean! God Bless him and his family! God's got you Ray. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾💜
💯👊🏽💪🏾🙌🏾🙏🏽🤴🏾
You’re not a criminal you’re a hero!! Thank God you are here to tell your story
This really hit home... one of my hardest memories is remembering my father crying on christmas day because he couldnt afford to get the presents we wanted. It still breaks my heart and makes me tear up to remember that day. My father is the kindest most compassionate person who ever lived. He and my mother taught me that bei g kind and compassionate is THE most important thing in life. A lot of parents say "you have to be successful, you have to make a lot of money, you need to get a college degree." But mine taught me that kindness and love is the most important trait, and god bless them for that. Thanks mom and dad!!!
when this man breaks down in tears over being called a menace to society I get straight goosebumps truly highlighting what is wrong with our society that this man should have to go thru something like that
I melted
yeah, i cried. what a heartbreaking life this man had lived at times. I'm glad he survived to tell us all his story.
I almost threw up. 😔
Yeah but imagine all the men they do this too that you don't hear about
I cried with him 💔🙏🏽☝🏽 #letsgetrealandheal
Kills me to see how much pain he went through and still feels.
“What makes you keep believing in humanity?”
“Because of people like you” - Raymond Hicks
So rad!!! I loved this interview.
Dear Mr Hicks,
Thank you for sharing your heart with the world! This blessed me so much! God is already using your life! ❤
Raymond, You have never been a menace to our society. I wish every single Cop could be like you and have your moral compass. You are exactly what America needs more than any other time in our history. We need men, who like yourself, stand up for what is wrong no matter what race, gender, religion, political affiliation….etc We need men who when they see something going down that is unethical they report it, document it, and follow up on the resolution of it. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being one of the few good guys that are left. You stand tall and proud & be the humble American man you are. Don’t ever change and don’t settle for something less than what is right. I wish you would go speak to high schools around America because there are a lot of teenagers who could learn a thing or 80 from you. Good on your Momma and Pops for raising a great man and God Bless you!!
Pretty sure he’s a good man IN SPITE of his upbringing, not because of it.
Real shit I 2nd every word u write! I think he would be a great motivational speaker saving these kids out here today 💯
God bless you Ramon. I’m so sorry God knows your an amazing soul. You tried your best and this ugly world still will try to tear people down. I’m so sorry you went through every single thing you did. I wish I could take your pain away. My heart literally hurts so much. Ramon God bless you I love you my friend wish I could give you a big big big hug. Sending you so much love and so much light and so much peace. I’m so sorry again you never deserved any of it. It was never you it’s this horrible world and the devils acts…. Take care please 🙏🏽☀️
@Lloyd J Metz With our hearts in the right place, we had no problem understanding what was meant.
@Lloyd J Metz grow up, aren’t you a little old to be trolling. she misspoke with what she was trying to say, obviously
One of the best interviews on this channel!! You're a good man Raymond!
This is one of the saddest stories I’ve ever heard. All he went through as a child and the obstacles he went through as an adult. He still remained an outstanding human being. We could all learn something from this man.
I want to hug this guy. When he broke down, it crushed my heart. You can tell he is such a great person. We need more amazing people like that in the world. God bless❤
when he started breaking down and swear i said out loud “ i’m sorry”…said that like three times in a row as we continued his story; the fact that i could feel that through just hearing this story…i am a complete stranger to this man, and i have more compassion than those who worked with him and knew him personally…this makes me disgusted with our justice system and our American Police departments
The fact that he exposed wrongdoing and instantly became an enemy of law enforcement is frightening to say the least. I'm so glad this story is being told, and I wonder how many others have been done this way?
Law enforcement in the USA is incredibly corrupt
Countless others brother
It doesn't just happen to law enforcement either.
Imagine the things he saw but never spoke of, corruption rots countries to the core
Shouts out joplin ❤
Any man who stands up like this man is a true hero, I have been moved to tears by this man's story.
Mark- I have watched, and somehow related to, nearly every interview you've done for the last 2 years. This is the first time I found tears running down my eyes. What happened to this beautiful human is the part of our society that truly terrifies me. The greedy and corrupt, in ultimate power. This story is the epitome of the soft white underbelly.
I couldn’t agree more
Fucking bleeding hearts🙄🤦
Amen🙏
Man, this one brought me to tears more than once. This world can be such a messed up place.
Raymond, YOU'RE A FREAKING HERO. Thank you for staying true, even through all of the hurt ❤
Agreed. This one hit different. Touched my heart
I can almost bet that many of the cops who did him wrong in any way are going to see his story and I hope it eats them up that he’s still doing great! When Mark for up to hug him it warmed my heart. I’ve never seen him move from behind the camera. ❤
The worst part about it is that they won’t.
They will rot in Hell....Matt NYC
You can see how much it hurts this gentleman when he recalls being called a criminal, or a menace to society. The crooked cops did everything they could to destroy this man's life, where is the justice?
#NO JUSTICE NO PEACE
don't worry, vengeance is on it's way i assure you.
@@maryannhope8276 STFU with that crap BLM is complete garbage!
@@Kelly-ml5tl and if they never trusted Him then they burn forever in the lake which burns forever that hell and death is cast into according to Revelations
@@Kelly-ml5tl I have seen God deal with people when I have left them to Him.
A GREAT man. His story brought me to tears.
Hey Ray, I cried 3 times hearing you're story. The patience you display when you're telling the 3rd home raid is really something I admire. Be blessed brother
I wouldn’t survive what he survived. This is the first SWU that’s had me in tears. This is a TRUE inspiration.
Ed
THIS is why what you do is so important, Mark. The world needs to hear more of these truths.
You can tell by his upbringing and the choices he made he’s just been looking for brotherhood and fellowship yet humanity just constantly let him down and the fact he can still love after all this is so inspiring to me, this man truly walks like Jesus did. Amazing.
This man, right here, strengthens my faith in humanity. This story, with all its twists and turns, could’ve ended very differently than it did. Most men would not have handled the situations Ray was in as well as he did. One day he will hear the words, “Well done, good and faithful servant.”
I hope a movie is made about you Mr. Raymond Hicks so the world can hear your testimony & family because it’s truly amazing! 🙏🏾
@evan6484….. this reminds me of a modern day “Walking Tall”. I know there are movie makers out there that would love to take it on. He needs to write his book.
Lol he threw innocent men in jail then they threw him in jail.... Due process is modern day punishment now he gets his due process and literally cry about it smh what's this world coming to
Wait, is he the bad guy in the movie? That would make more sense.
@@agoodnight1050 …. Do you know this first hand?
50 cent needs to make the movie
This man should never have to work another day in his life. Broward County owes him. What an inspiration. I am so sorry this happened to him and his family. AND he is a cycle breaker. He hauled his life to a new level - over and over again and laid a new path for his children, and one full of love, faith, integrity and hope. May the best in life find and bless him and his.
This was the hardest interview to watch, and one of the best testimonies told on this channel. May God continue to cover this man, bless him😢
Yes lord
Yes and now I know that I’m not alone about this type of thing. I’m white and it happened
I HEAR YA….i am literally talking to the screen, “NOOOO WAY, this can’t be happening AGAIN!!!” I’m absolutely SICKENED by the treatment of this hard working, humble man!!! 😢😢
The parts where he broke down in tears was really heart wrenching. When a honest man cries...ain't nothing sadder than that..Mr. Hicks' unshakeable faith in G-D is very inspirational.
I have never left a comment on a UA-cam video before now....this man deserves all the good the world and God could ever possibly give. He is such a blessing and I wish I could give him a hug for sharing his experiences and showing his sheer will to always do the next right thing. Someone please help this man and may God bless him and his family.
If I could ever be a fraction of the man this man is I would be more than satisfied with my life what an amazing human
Me too I’m nothing compared to him I’m good hearted at best
This is testament that being a good natured person is the most difficult path in life. People took advantage of him at every turn, perceiving him as an easy mark because of his kindness.
His life would have been much easier had he turned cold and hateful, but he made it through with his nature intact; truly commendable. I would say less than 1% of people make it through this path unscathed and unchanged.
It’s only a mirage that his life would’ve been easier if he’d been the evil, violent person that his environment wanted him to be - he’d likely be dead, disabled or on death row right now had he done that. He’s a modern day Job from the Bible.
@Wide awake human, You mean god choose him to torture so he could win a nonsensical bet against the devil ? 😂 Ok I guess.
@@WideAwakeHuman You are perceiving those things as easier than what he's been through, where as I am not.
It would have been the path of least resistance to turn to violence, take his own life or enact his rage upon someone else; it would have also been the easy path to condemn all police as his father did, but he chose forgiveness - thats a difficult thing in itself that not many people are capable of.
To struggle on and survive with himself intact is the hardest thing he could have done. In that sense, his life would have indeed been easier, had he changed his nature. I'm not saying it would have been as long of a life or a better one, just one with less struggle and requiring less perseverance
He’s an example of Jesus.
@@marylougeorge9890 whoa there Mary Lou
You actually are a hero, Ray. I wish there was more people like him. Can't get enough of these interviews.
I didn't cry at the last 3 funerals I've attended....but wept like a child hearing his story and his faith. 🙏
“No good deed goes unpunished”! This man deserves the Medal of Honor!✊🏽
I keep breaking down when he does .I'm crying every time he does. This one is my favorite so far
This is one of the best interviews I have seen on this channel by far. There are many good people who never get their credit, I'm glad this man did as well as the people who helped him. Faith is a great thing. God bless him and his family.
In Jesus’s Holy Name, Amen. Thanks for posting!!
this has to be one of the most moving videos i've ever seen on this channel and i've seen A LOT. i never knew people like this existed in real life, i thought it was only in movies. God bless this man and his family. only god can put someone through so much and keep them from turning into a bitter person at the end of it. This man is still a kind soul after all he's endured. I commend you Raymond. You're an angel on earth. You're truly an inspiration, God bless you
This stuff happened to me too because of trying to help the community. I’m crying because I’m not alone and it happened to some other honest person. Life is so cruel
Wow.....just wow. I surely hope we get a follow up visit from him and a continuation of his story. Mr. Ray Hicks is a name to remember and I am in complete awe of his resilience and faith. Just remarkable! I'm so glad the two of you were brought together.
This man is a father figure of honor and integrity in a culture that desperately needs men like this as role models.
Thank you for allowing this man to tell his story.
Of all the stories I have watched on this channel, this man’s story and Clark’s have to be my favorite. Heartbreaking and inspiring all at once. What a beautiful human being. I wanted to hug this man so many times while watching his interview. You can tell his heart is genuinely full goodness.
This has left me stunned! I served my country then served my community as a law enforcement officer and I am appalled and professionally embarrassed by what happened to this good man. In Jesus name, I prayed for you and your family, Raymond. You are a good disciple and hero, brother. I am so sorry and disgusted by what you had to go through, but am encouraged that you used your testimony to continue to help others. Raise your head high and know that you are a good man and making a difference. I am proud of you!!!
False accusations has become a HUGE weapon the past 10 years. Why? Because there are few to no criminal consequences
Thank you for your service❤
As a law enforcement officer myself, what you experienced was completely heartbreaking. However, you are tremendously inspiring. I thank God I was able to hear your story and I pray all of the desires of your heart for yourself and your family come to pass. God continue to bless this man!
Nothing but set ups. What a story.
Amen 🙏🏽
This was the best interview I've seen...I've been watching Soft White Under Belly since Mark started, I love hearing about people lives and being inspired by them...thank you Ray for your testimony..JEHOVAH IS GOOD ...ALWAYS
I love it when at the end of a "soft white underbelly "interview Mark gives the interviewee a hug. That means it touched Mark's heart. I was like: come on Mark, give this man a hug. It's the equivalent of the golden buzzer on that one talent show .
Same here!!! I always watch to see who gets a hug lol glad to know 8m not the only one who does that 😂
@@NonBathingApe6969 you got a sad outlook on life man, i pity you
@@NonBathingApe6969 You’re the kind of person Raymond continues to fight against.
@@NonBathingApe6969 you’re the Lead Clown 😂
The very saddest and best story of all! All respect sir and thank you for your service!
Ive watched a bunch of videos from you Mark but this one is so close to my reality so it hits different, each time he talks about how they called him a criminal he breaks down, I cried.
And people don’t understand the distrust for Americas police….this man is literally the epitome of hope, faith, and resilience. That you literally have to believe that you can make it through anything. God bless this man.
Most of the "sheeple"and "ignorant"ones, always assume that cops always do the right thing,like they are morally correct 💯 percent of the time,when in actual fact,they are just as subseptable to lying,cheating and stealing,just as you and I are. If anyone has reason to distrust the police,it's the African American peoples. I'm Caucasian,and from Vancouver Canada,and I'm not gonna say I can begin to fully understand what it's truly like in your country regarding racism,but I was on the street,and encountered so much police corruption from theft, racism, assaults,and less concern over what they deemed as, crimes that didn't need solving. They didn't even look into the 30+ missing women from the downtown Eastside,until more women had gone missing,and a serial killer was finally revealed. The running joke in Vancouver is,"who's the biggest gang in town"...the V.P.D. Take care,and peace to you and your family.🙏
But there are also police like Raymond who are the epitome of hope and honesty.
@@HiGlowie yeah too bad that wasn't his experience. Wish it was.
@@HiGlowieAnd look what happens to them. We definitely need police but we have to make sure we dont give them a blank check.
A good interviewee is one who doesn't have to have question after question to drag their story out if them. 1 question at the 55min mark says it all. A powerful story, powerfully told.
One thing I love about this man is he knows every single persons name who helped him out. Their first and last name. Without even skipping a single beat, he listed off every single person by their first and last name. This was very a very inspiring story. “God takes you to the lowest point in your life so you can see the people around you.” Damn that hit.
My brother. This was a motivational interview and as a black man I must say Thank you for never giving up. We need to see this more with ourselves
This documentary has genuinely changed my life, to see his story, and how he can still shine light on others, lights a fire in me in which i want to spread kindness upon other people. Thank you.
I cried more for this man's struggle than most any. His life of giving has been rewarded by injustice. As much as he tries to do right, it seems he is punished. My prayers are with him in that he finally finds peace within this lifetime. He is a gem, thank you Mark. This story needs to come out.
Just when you think your life is too much to handle. People like him tell their stories and humble you. I can’t imagine going through all these things and still have a positive outlook on life and people.
Thank you for giving this man an opportunity to tell his story. We all need to here this. I hope he gets back to where he needs to be in life.
I have felt things watching many of your videos but never this much empathy and longing to tell this man all the good things he is. Even as an imperfect as we all are and he may be this was insane. This hurts and inspires at the same time. I wish I could tell this man personally how glad I am he didn't give in and how sorry I feel that he had to go through all this for being an upright officer and human being.
Ray, you’re not a criminal. You’re an amazing man. You’re someone we all should look up to!
I agree
True
Big ray ray was the plug back in the day…ionno what you talmbout!
@@Mabu_T_Lusse 🤡
@@Mabu_T_Lusse 🔌
Thank you Mark for giving this hero a platform to share his story. I feel like just watching this video has given me strength
Definitely changed my views on a few things poor guy all because he didn't wanna be a bad cop
What a powerful story. Just shows his character. He could have turned the other way and carried on but stayed to his principals and literally went through hell to be sitting telling the world his story. No man cries like that that is insincere.... If that story doesn't move you, you are not human. I will pray for this man and his family tonight, he is one of God's angels.
He needs to sue or something! This man and his family should not be allowed to suffer financially after all they have been through. They would not be in this position if he had never been falsely accused & arrested for YEARS!
Raymond you are truly inspiring! I don’t know how you managed to go through all of this bs and come out just as strong, If not stronger, than you were before! You are a hero!
Any lawyers anyone knows who can help Ray get that suit would be a blessing.
I don’t usually comment on these but you’re an amazing man. The world needs more men like you. You’re incredible thank you for sharing your difficult story with us.
I'm so sorry, Ray. And so proud of you. Thank you for sharing your story and setting an example for all of us. I wish you the best going forward.
This brother is a walking testimony. Hearing his story has truly inspired me. Thank you for sharing.
I hope and pray this story is made a movie. He and his family deserve no less. How inspiring he truly is and the folks that came to his aide. Keep on keeping Ray.
It just gets crazier like body gaurs for Kanye?! Haha
It;s " Keep on keepin' on ". Just sayin'.
This is his movie
This definitely need to be a movie. He is a Blessing
Holy Shit. This is intense. No questions asked. Just an explosion of emotions. The messed up part, he’s not the only one this has happened too.
I am humbled by this man’s life.
Raymond you have a purpose in this cruel world , you are the definition of “if faith was a person “💛
You know I give authorities who fail to stand up in the face of corruption a lot of sh*t, but what they did to Ray shows you why people are afraid to speak up. Our system is so broken it makes me sick. Honesty and bravery such as he’s shown is so rare in todays world. God bless you Ray 🙏🏼
It's not just broken. He endured corruption, which is likely much worse😢
If they can't beat your conscience out of you they'll psychologically torture you, and if they can't do that they'll ruin your life. That's why so few cops speak up about corruption, nobody wants to be the next Frank Serpico because they have to go through hell and they come out the other side destroyed. Even Teddy Roosevelt couldn't fix the NYPD, they chewed him up and spat him out. The only silver lining is that the system is better than it used to be.
Humbling to listen to this absolute Lion of a man. Much love to you Ray and thank you. ❤
Raymond, you are an inspiration. Thank you for choosing to be better than the corruption in the system. Respect.
Raymond Hicks is a hero. He stood up for what is right, against corruption, despite the unjust consequences. This is what a hero looks like and I hope he continues to share his story with the world and continues to stand up for what is right. I hope his heart heals fully from all he's been through and that his family's hearts do too. What an incredible and moving story. Thank you for sharing, Raymond.
Mighty warrior Ray ...your tears flow from an earnest heart, a courageous heart, a Lionheart. You bear a brilliant witness in the vastness of dark.
He tells his story exactly like my daughter would. In great detail, remembering things that most people wouldn't even think of and day by day. I love this.
So sweet how u speak on the observation of ur daughter & this man 🤎
He’s a great man. I wish there were more of him in the world. Corruption is so hard to fight, I can only imagine. Thank you for being so brave.
Listen to his tone. This is a man on a mission. A man that has been through pain. A TRUE MAN!
Not just an honest man but a GOOD man.
Yep! That’s why there’s NO PLACE for him in the police department. If they can’t break a good honest cop they’ll punish them like this.
A KING 👑
Too good for his own good.
No such thing.
Amen. A good man IS an honest man. This man is amazing.
My heart is shattered. This man’s story is incredible.
Raymond’s story is heartbreaking. What an incredible guy and still, even after having all the worst circumstances and situations thrown his way. Raymond has perseverance beyond anything I can imagine.
Raymond I now have watched almost all of the video. I feel your pain man. I know what it’s like to have someone to try and ruin your life. I am 71 now and still dealing with the lies told on me. I praise Jesus for your dedication strong constitution and the strength God has blessed you with.
What a beautiful soul. To watch a big strong man cry was painful. Hold on big guy, we need more and more and more people like you on earth. Thank you.
I am constantly humbled by your videos Mark. This mans story is so noble and brave. I wish I could be the kind of person this man is; it IS possible to triumph over adversity! Praise God!
yeh , u dont wanna b like him, he suffers...u 2 weak pos ! but i tell you truly that great is his reward in Heaven.
Somebody needs to be held accountable for this corruption, where is the DA, the Mayor, the chief of police, the Governor, the Senator. Why hasn't a good lawyer sueing the dept and the city.
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Thanks Ray for telling your story. You are incredible! So much corruption and dirty politics happens and you came thru it with a sparkle in your eye! Well done! I'll look for your book. Cheers!
Bro, you still on that Q shit? Get Adolf Hitler 💊 muh boy.