Cops and Robbers

Growing up in Jamaica, Queens in the '70s and '80s, Corey Pegues played Cops and Robbers like all the other kids on the block but he never expected to become both.
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A spirited child, he came of age surrounded by his mother and sisters’ love and by true friendship on the basketball court. He also had to learn to navigate a world built on street cred, violence, loyalty and the fight for survival. But his true search began the day he decided to run away. Corey Pegues' exceptional life story questions how and why we change? To what extent is personal transformation possible? And who gets a second chance in America?
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[@scottmartin7042]

The last thing he said in this documentary was "I was given a second chance and I ran with it." Keep running with it.

[@tavaresgreen6940]

The book is great...but they need to make a movie about this. Proud of that brother for changing his life.

[@angelaiheanacho2568]

Amen.

[@DJJAYMAC1]

What's the title of the book please?

[@thephoenix2176]

Right on! Here that Mr. Spike Lee?!

[@shermainecraigwell2492]

Yeah they do.

[@djkonfidon8044]

There are a lot more.....they just keep getting ignored, surpressed and mis-judged by a brainwahsed society. 😎

[@jiggzda1]

The brothers in 80s always took cool pictures

[@samu-eljackson4211]

Love the way they used to slap hands.

[@cristobalbrown-salinas9548]

Wavvy

[@seanwright8786]

Yes we did young brother. Thanks for the compliment

[@jiggzda1]

Sean Wright no doubt💯

[@Mr-fz2zi]

I know right. ..bboy outfit.. Bombed up graffiti Wall

[@gregorymceaddy8884]

Finally...positive story about a young black man...we need more

[@homelesssheltervidlogg74]

Literally the NBA ....

[@Kwisatz_HaderachXIII]

Literally the....

[@hackernews5280]

finally? this is all you've ever seen positive about a black man?

[@smart422]

U mean corrupted cop Corey fk him

[@jackblack1943]

This guy was probably a better cop because of his past

[@SuperShareem]

I agree but todays society likes to hold your past against. I believe if it non violent leave and let be. how can you be a productive member of society if they wont let you progress !!! peace brother

[@macho3866]

jack black thats real

[@letsgettipsy85]

So true

[@letsgettipsy85]

I’d rather have a department full of ppl like him instead of ppl that are not from my city police us

[@isisantos3636]

Real talk

[@frankleaney6267]

Positive change happens. I was inside for almost three decades. Been out for eight years, went back to school and now working as an addictions counsellor/program coordinator and living an amazing life. Your past doesn’t have to define you, it can be beneficial to others if you share it though through telling your story 🙂

[@kahgritty5643]

Congratulations I remember when I was in Gratersford and realized that the only rehabilitation inside was within myself. I didn't do any programs. But I did teach the GED class back in the county. By studying in the law library (which I worked in the county CFCF), reading (I did phycology, history, political science books rather than "Hood Novels"), I studied the religious texts, read books on and played chess. Basically, the only way for one (myself) to change is/was by the betterment of self with insightful, thoughtful and meaningful content. I had to get my mind outside of the jail. I had to educate myself and challenge myself with insightful, thoughtful and meaningful content. I also had to decide to make a change when I got out. Knowing that becoming a working square when I got out and that it was going to be a hard grind, but much more rewarding and beneficial to myself and my family. It will be 8 years this Memorial Day weekend.

[@Afrogirl12]

🙏🙏

[@mikemal4398]

Kah Gritty ahh pa guy

[@mikemal4398]

30 years that what did u do where they deserved to take that much time ?

[@Kwisatz_HaderachXIII]

What did you do to get 30 years?

[@MsAmakura]

After watching this excellent documentary, I've placed an order for his book. He is, undoubtedly, an inspirational man. Pegues is the definition of making lemons into lemonade....more than once!! I pray he wins his case.

[@thephoenix2176]

Tru' 'Dis

[@ritaferguson2963]

THIS INTERVIEW IS A SET UP AGAINST SUPREME MCGRIFF A BABY RING OPERATION

[@robertsimon5059]

_It's atrocious to take someone's career and throw it in the garbage because they're talking about their past and their transformation. That sends a bad message to the kids. Let all the kids know: "your life will never change"._ *Dennis Jones - Retired NYPD Detective* All is said here.

[@charliedanso3803]

Robert Simon I agree, crime rates dropped this man transformed police and himself. Outreach to the community opened the community up

[@manuelevaristogonzalezocho4843]

MabuelSimon

[@danfield6030]

Ellis Freed ....They have plausible deniability .......

[@slimtimes.l.l.c4081]

fuckn crazy they don't believe in us and you wonder why things the way they are slandering this man for being him and where he comes from but it's cool to hire bigots that fear and hate us I respect him for this documentary the 🌍 we live in is foul

[@senoina]

well said sir

[@Pimpishone]

This is just to show that once you're black and you go from negative to positive that people will still be proud but envious of you and your accomplishments the best way to make enemies is by becoming a successful black man in America.

[@MrNusouth]

Facts

[@muhamedjones122]

This is sad honestly. I wanna become successful tho.

[@IyamSoRaya]

Pimpishone move in silence bro. It's the best way.

[@danfield6030]

Pimpishone ...that's wrong and ot just shows your "hang ups". you are sick. get therepy homie

[@eddilovee]

Pimpishone it’s not about being black. The department had a vengeance out for him.

[@Creole_Rebellion]

Corey this what every young black American male in the hood, needs to hear. Thank you Corey. Greg Miller Sacramento California

[@mizwilson4462]

I’m proud to call Corey my brother and friend for life !!💯💯💪🏾💪🏾

[@1MeSheTV]

Iktr 💯💯👣🖤💜💛💞💫

[@coreypegues4141]

love u bruh

[@sexxmode3197]

Corey told his life story. Who better than him to tell his story!!!! Rock On Inspector Pegues

[@rishirishiroopnarine5067]

Sexx Mode FOCK ON. PEGSSSS

[@TheTrill334]

This will be a movie soon. I can tell he was a decent police officer. It's sad that they turned on him for telling the truth. NYPD has a long history of Italian policemen who work for the mob and kill for the mob , they never tarnish their names . But this black man became a man of honor and served his community with dignity. Guardian love all your work.

[@knightrider3766]

THATS GOOD ...I'M HAPPY FOR HIM, HE SAT BACK AND TURNED HIS LIFE AROUND.

[@CaseyFinSF]

A great example of breaking out and away from the hood to make a difference and come back to show kids/people that there is a way to get out from under the Oppression. Good for you Corey, glad you made it thru with integrity. All the best to you....peace

[@nolynoe5796]

Some people would never understand how we grew up in the hood not really taught right from wrong. Our hero’s were the neighborhood drug dealers. I think it was big of Corey to turn it around at a young age and do something that some of us will never see, do or understand. He did it without forgetting where he came from. I’m going online after this to purchase his book. Today I have a new hero to look up to. Thank you for your service Captain!

[@smedina197sm]

Black and Hispanic males need to follow this man's footsteps

[@MYMofficial]

This is such a powerful, VERY important and beautifully made film. Not only did Corey take/create a second chance for himself, he joined the police force who are seen as the enemy in the hood. This would not have been an easy decision but he made it. He did this to make things better in his community and to make things better for himself. He deserves the noble peace prize.

[@johncopenhaver3252]

you 0

[@johncopenhaver3252]

⁷

[@TSquared2001]

Sounds familiar

[@CBrown9758]

Stand strong black man u know who u really are if not search your true roots to know who u really are Black King, Prince, father, professor of knowledge, of life and experience of the streets, warrior when going into to battle and here is the battle, so fight for what's right, your life, your wrong, your past which has made u warrior strong but most importantly u the man who knows who u really are, real. Stand strong!

[@PaulHung77]

Society tries to box you in and categorise you, this man really defied society's expectations of what you can achieve...also highlights racism within society. The guy obviously served as a great policeman, but once his past is discovered, 'oh I knew it, you're black, so you must have been bad all along!'

[@praggypopsqa4652]

Jack Samurai - That pushes a person back towards a life of crime. This happened to a Black woman a few years ago. She killed a man who had been molesting her as a child after confronting him, served her time, but got a degree in chemistry while in prison. She admits she served time, gets hired and then somehow her murder detail comes up and they decide to fire her. I can't believe she hasn't killed herself. Maybe she has. The report I saw was a few years ago. I wonder if she can sue them for contract violations or something.

[@al-guerilla]

U r right: he had to b 'good po-lice' (as in the series "The Wire"😊) bkus, there was no mention - ANYWHERE - that he wasn't. So, why would they attempt to discredit him about his life - [prior to] - joining force & his accomplished & distinguished post-life. See..this is what it is to b 'chosen' in this world: u WILL have to Bear the cross - yet, Yah' will redeem u. Thus, Yah' Prevails

[@carlosgueddes729]

That’s the true definition of a police officer. Someone who is selfless takes care of his family never did what his father did to him. Services country in the Armed Forces, came back to New York and serve probably as a police officer. The true definition of a righteous man .

[@juju0455]

I don’t know how it’s not disrespectful to say “he’s black and he shows it”

[@_RobBanks]

I don’t even know this man and I got chills when they celebrated the achievements and accelerated development.

[@dwhite3234]

I almost cried. We need more people like this. The chances come few and far in-between when you're entrenched in the street. This is amazing.

[@scorporsupremacy7948]

He’s like the original police version of Denzel Washington . I’m glad he came out on top and I’m glad for him. Now...when is the movie 🍿 coming out 🧐

[@1MeSheTV]

Yes we need the movie💯✔

[@coreypegues4141]

Movie coming out this year #2020

[@yazoo7861]

“I’m 17 and I got 2 kids” 😂😂😂

[@bigdeneen]

Wow ..... the world won’t let you win ! They were jealous of him ! We all have a story. You know people can change their life , he went down the right way !

[@WHIPLASHVideosTBT]

That Combat Jack podcast show with Corey Pegues was a classic then and still is to this day. R.I.P Combat Jack.

[@Msboochie2]

WHIPLASH Right! Legendary, I was enthralled listening to that episode. I knew Combat Jack had really done something special with that one. He did work as a lawyer that corporate America would deem important, but he left behind a hell of a legacy with the podcast. He is one of the reasons podcasts are so big now. RIP Combat Jack

[@capricorn1116]

That's what I call giving back to the community, much respect to this brother 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@deneencoleman-ruff7249]

I want your book, You are the male version of my sister and I, we still standing continued blessings they still in the past, we weighed our options, kept it moving and now what yeah share the testimony and hell yeah we deserve a second chance, damn my sister died last year from health complications and We all love and miss her tremendously, and we used to live in NYC, I know every block and part of New York, big up! ❤️🙏🏽 Continued blessings to you and your family

[@coreypegues4141]

thank you

[@streetstruck8951]

Another great piece from the Guardian. Much appreciated.

[@littlejoey6341]

Criminal to cop could make the best cops because a man like that truly knows the street life and be a asset to the community on doing good

[@KouryKush]

Wow in the beginning I would of never thought he would be a cop, amazing story it reminds me of the 1970s movie The Spook Who Sat By the Door.

[@sonial8940]

we need more police officers like him.

[@t33mccullough15]

He never forgot where he came from he mad a change he tells his story has a family he's giving back to the community so what did he do wrong again💁

[@MikeGreenwood51]

I do nit know. But did his stroy reveal he had protected a cop killer from his fomer hoody days. Isn't harbouring a fugitive from justice a serious crime if the crime the fugitive committed was serious. Killing a cop by shooting him 5 times in head seems serious or serious enough for a life sentence.

[@pharaohimhotep6482]

wow. what a story, he became a high ranking officer. he's a great BLACK MAN. MUCH RESPECT.

[@helenarose580]

Great story they should make a movie out of this

[@deletdis6173]

Paid in Full Edit: Sorry, I commented too soon.

[@robmarsh6025]

To Corey, It was wonderful and enlightening opportunity to have you as my boss.

[@pauletheridge]

Sometimes you have to go thru Hell to come out right. Blessings to you and your family.

[@seanwright8786]

Indeed. 12th letter in the language

[@donfranciskho]

I dont believe in that saying. "Robber always be a robber". It will be up to you if you will choose to be that way.

[@theimmortalsleazus8057]

Exactly

[@DEVNYL2010]

Dope story. I’m glad he fought back.

[@mr.rodgers3745]

At first when I heard him talking about his past in the radio interview I thought he was being really dumb for talking about his past before NYPD. But after seeing that he has decided to use his life as a tool for other young people that are growing up just like he did I don't even know this guy but I am proud of him. His story should be heard by all not boycotted. The NYPD should be using this man as their poster boy. I can't wait to read his book.

[@bherb7962]

Why isn’t this viral or wasn’t ?? This is real motivation if your that simple minded to say he’s wrong for talking about his mistakes an past it’s our PAST for a reason if you can say he’s a disgrace what do you not make mistakes ? Not everybody has the same resources or even dads let alone role models Corey should be an inspiration an motivation to all we all have to change in some way idc who you are !

[@ryanburdon8635]

God bless him... He was lucky to not get a charge at 18, that affects your options.

[@MADNEWYORKER914]

From the Supreme Team to NYC cop??? Only in New York!!!

[@IyamSoRaya]

MADNEW YORKER lol

[@shombiedixon7017]

Frfr ✔️

[@rocdaneweracap]

Yeah I wasn't ready when I seen the photo of pistol Pete

[@michaeljohn8905]

Man this guy deserves praise and a medal for showing that people make mistakes but are redeemable. My life is similar to his and I’m a productive member of society. If you can show me a person who has never made mistakes in their life I’d be very surprised. So all you perfect people out there can you better hope you don’t make a mistake in your life.

[@londonislite]

This is an amazing documentary. Thanks Guardian

[@leonvacher6961]

One word “proud”💯

[@catterpillar9728]

At 18:31 that guy is so on point, The biggest fallback on all of this is the message it sends to the kids, or anyone else for that matter. And that message is: you can never change.

[@romanw8632]

What a story

[@praggypopsqa4652]

I was always strict with kids when I would babysit. If I was a mom, I know I would be protective of my kids: chores, homework, church and girl scouts/boy scouts and sports. Besides that, hugs and affection. Being on the street just leaves teens to vulnerable. They are too young to foresee the long game. Too often it's a no turning back situation.

[@yungsorrow5896]

Man brought himself out the mud made a career helped many lives throughout no doubt and still came out on top props to you Corey

[@raydrugs1764]

Saluted to the Og that show this positive message. 198 the Dockssss

[@bettyweimer394]

What a guy! He is a survivor!

[@bigjohn828]

DEFINITELY NEED AN UPDATE.

[@blondon1050]

Truly inspirational Peace from London

[@elgallo8096]

WOW!!! What a story, I’m speechless right now.

[@rahajibaba]

He cant help who he knew

[@danfield6030]

Shuby Duby Pro blackness ..I don't get your point .........he attempted murder dude. He pulled the trigger at point blank range. He also associated with killers and an organised crime gang. Obviously you can't trust him. He may have changed but how can the cops know if this is true ??? better not take a chance.

[@MookredTVreacts]

He’s one of ours.... he kept his ppl out of trouble forever. I look to him! Never said I’ll say that about a life long officer. But he’s a hero!

[@ruddiato]

I liked this documentary, it presented itself like a movie

[@ebz3001]

Even before i saw the location i thought "everybody sounds like 50..."

[@thatguy3841]

I can only wish we had more officers like him in the world most definitely in the inner cities!! This man has no blemishes on his record and as it seems as a grown man!! He is a very great man to the people!!

[@tunaflights7258]

Corey is the man! A real man!

[@geedee7393]

He was keeping it real

[@elchase5643]

PEACE TO YOU KING, YOUR AN INSPIRATION.........

[@dejuansims7283]

I truly truly understand l have a story of my own. I can really relate Im a truck driver now but l ran the streets HEAVY for years

[@BrantPeel]

I cried, beautiful story

[@dhawk718]

Shouts to DeJaVu on Lindeern Blvd. Some proof the best pool sharks in Queens get it in on that table! Very well filmed documentary! Kings Come From Queens....Salute!

[@m.a.9579]

Hell of a doc, big ups bro. Salute!

[@kaleb7299]

A brave, integral and noble Man.

[@runwithkim1849]

Wow your book had me looking back on my own law enforcement career.

[@davguy2446]

Guy changed his life around, think how it was for him becoming a cop he was a marked man, guy was and still is probably a role model for the younger generation that you have the ability to transform your life.

[@AB-nb2ic]

His drug dealing past makes his achievements as a police officer that much more impressive.

[@josegarciaapollokidzhelix1952]

I stay liking the brother , I shed a tear very inspirational , I remember that cop that was shot news , I remember Larry Davis that cop shot , I heard the verse in Kool g rap song Road to the Richies , and back then I knew the code and didn't speak a word

[@DJMeriMero]

Most intelligent gangsta so far... *chocked*

[@sonnyfarrington8189]

19:51 this guy pop out of nowhere with a look in his face

[@ARXOS80]

inspirational

[@russellallard2333]

This is truly a inspirational story. ✊🏿

[@MrEazyE357]

The way they treated this man makes me sick! To come from where he came from, turn his life around, and accomplish what he did should be celebrated and the fact that people attacked him the way they did is just so disheartening. I wish this man all the luck in the world. He deserves it more than most.

[@ainokeacharmain312]

Corey u r da man. Its sick how society takes something so positive n turn it 2 an ugly situation. All those people accepted him n respected him b4 he laid out who n what his past WAS. Concentrate on what n who he became, dnt get stuck on what his past was. U can b whoeva u want 2 b u just got 2 want it n wrk hard at it. Dats my main headline of coreys life i got. Continue 2 b u Corey u r greatness. Thanks 4 sharing ur life with all of us....

[@03cheeto32]

This just popped up on my feed and I watched the entire video. Amazing story

[@shermainecraigwell2492]

That last line at the end. Boom!!!

[@Learningwavy123]

Keep pushing for greatness my brother 💯

[@marquisjohnson9256]

Nobody ever said he shouldn’t have been a drug dealer..real spill in the battlefield (salute)

[@DavidWilliams-gn4nb]

My first time hearing about this remarkable brother "Corey P"

[@kyleolsenwalsh]

Duality is a trademark of any New Yorker. Nobody in the NYPD got straight A's in high school, or accepted to Ivy League College. This could have been any police memoir. NYPD is making an example of him.

[@montyyahey]

This is probably gonna be a good movie if they make one about him.

[@ellp152]

Only thing I see is a man showing our kids that it can happen!! you can change your life!! The streets are not the only way!! He is definitely inspiring and people that want to better there self should be given a chance !

[@Theo-eq3ei]

Imagine the teenagers who will see this at a pivotal moment in rheir life and be inspired to change their life foe the better.

[@dawizeoldtree9229]

How u gonna be mad cause this man realize the life he was living was wrong and change it for the better

[@Ricogrime]

Ok he's fighting against the bad Police he's a hero to me

[@raysnow6915]

God bless this brother we need more people like Corey word ✌✌✌

[@soulfulricansouldjkurtist2358]

Blessings to Corey you was real

[@ygigga]

He changed his life, switched sides, and they still turned their back on him... SMH...

[@1MeSheTV]

Typical folk with they typical miserable lives👹💆

[@leedawson6455]

Overwhelmed! Beautiful story

[@paidagringa1107]

Beautiful history, I don’t understand why people didn’t want him to share. Well done 👏🏻 changed his destiny.

[@chrispickrell3137]

When are they going to make a Documentary of this man's life, im definitely going to get this book!

[@futurosounds2]

when? what did you just watch?

[@seanbarnes704]

I was born in 1974 chicago.. my dad had one of those CBS on his dresser all the time.. I remember that

[@asvp770]

underrated story.

[@slicc614]

Salute to you real brotha real man with real past issues. But hats off to you for being a real outstanding cop

[@coreypegues4141]

thank you

[@Mr813Fla]

Wow, this is a movie. What a life story!!!