New York State Prisons: How to Avoid Rape in Prison - Men's Orientation

In 2015, New York State prisons began showing state-made orientation videos offering advice on how to identify, and avoid, sexual predators behind bars. This is the version that male prisoners would see.
The Marshall Project obtained exclusive access to the state-made videos, which were funded through a grant from the federal government under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA). The videos were directed by T.J. Parsell, who shares how he was raped in prison, and feature other people imprisoned across New York. Incarcerated people workshopped the videos' content and are referred to as the experts.
To learn more about these videos from New York State prisons, read our 2015 reporting:
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[@quackslikeaduck]

I think the algorithm has lost its mind

[@christianmeza4941]

😂😂😂

[@GFFF-xd8oz]

The algorithm spamming prison rape videos would def be a good crime reducer

[@Tyler-sl6vg]

Why did we watch it and why are we reading all the comments what is happening!

[@walterdabrowski918]

lol bravo well said

[@Nobody18718]

I was just looking for how to make the best spaghetti, how the hell did I wind up here!

[@mikecynic5167]

"I was gang raped, I'm telling you this because I don't want this to happen to you"...That's one hell of a motivational speech there bud.

[@fadedlyricz]

Bro caught me off guard with that intro

[@speedpot]

um yeah and wassup with that mustache

[@Money_maker12]

Sorry bro hope your doing ok

[@Dav-hz8mm]

Would've been epic if he immediately followed with " its not for everyone."

[@surgicalshooter911]

How brave and caring of you to share your story. 🥰👍

[@DarkSpade87]

Extraordinary courage for a man to admit to others he was raped like this and also commit to helping others like this.

[@chiefs816kc]

He also wrote a book about his unfortunate prison experience. It was a very difficult book to read. Hopefully young men getting into trouble will read it and turn their life around.

[@slowpoke96Z28]

And he said it so non-chalantly. Like someone took his orange juice.

[@greenaum]

It shouldn't need courage and there's no need to be ashamed. He was overwhelmed, there's nothing he could have done to fight his way out of if, and there's nothing he did to make it happen. It's no more shameful than being shot or someone breaking your nose. The shame is all on the people who do it.

[@umelokarnes5460]

He was strong. They didn't take his manhood. He wasn't gay, they were.

[@umelokarnes5460]

​@@slowpoke96Z28he's a man! A lot of guys in prison turn gay after a life experience like that. He's mentally a very strong man!

[@evanhankinson9225]

Prison is a place of such contradictions. Convicts claim they hate child molesters but a child doesn't last 24 hours without being raped among them, by them.

[@BlackJesus8463]

Most people are sociopaths.

[@JM-md4ri]

It’s almost as if there’s different people with different opinions wow what a crazy concept

[@incarnateflame3462]

​​@@JM-md4rilmao aMmmmAaaZzing!! I say we thank boss up there cuz we just dumb ole booty doooin felons without him

[@nathanfreeman7362]

Damn that's a great observation.

[@mremu4358]

Not everyone shares the same crimes

[@Eljonno]

Who else is watching this like "I hope I never need to use this information" lol

[@inferno0020]

Jon for sure

[@abrahimalderwish8274]

Lmaooooooo I don't even know why I'm watching this

[@zenokazuya5882]

word

[@MrDaimed]

I'm watching cause it doesn't look good for me, so I'm preparing for the worst.

[@TyhlerNovac]

Jasmine xox Mclean My Cousins is down for 6yrs in Attica State and is a first timer

[@KarlRock]

Forget jail, this is life advice.

[@goyworldorder]

hindi pewdiepie

[@porkbunpapi6365]

true my G, i aint trying to get raped out here at the Rec Centre in the sauna or steam room!

[@generalpurpose772]

I agree - there is a lot of good information here that you can put to use outside of prison.

[@SigmaGamingLLC]

no it is not.

[@MrChococat84]

Right!?

[@squalace_]

You know a system has failed when that system needs a video like this.

[@alphaomega8373]

Noting is failed if there's no options.

[@JackStorm-mx5rt]

@@alphaomega8373 there is it’s called condoms

[@eliking3333]

Your absolutely correct. Unfortunately though the people that run this corrupt business feel like that should be part of a punishment for inmates. How is punishment for a rapist when he is still acting out his sick fantasies in prison with no punishment ? Rape in prison is even a joke in mainstream media, and movies.

[@sticksnstonespatriot1728]

It's mostly because of the Brothas. They are 20 times more likely to do this 😢 It's because of a combination of higher testosterone levels and low impulse control

[@Hyrule409]

@@sticksnstonespatriot1728 holy shit. redpill moment.

[@Avenged7xJunkie]

my method of avoiding prison rape by not going to prison has been working exceptionally well

[@SpartanFitnessMma1]

Exactly, gotta be guilty of shit to go to prison

[@50shadesofblue51]

@@SpartanFitnessMma1not all the time

[@50shadesofblue51]

Not everyone is lucky

[@darthplagueis-z6y]

​@@50shadesofblue51How can a man rape a man? Through his ass hole?

[@viderevero1338]

​@@SpartanFitnessMma1Definitely not true homie.

[@generalpurpose772]

Go into prison for armed robbery with a child’s toy gun, leave prison the victim of gang rape. He came out with more trauma than he came in with, how is anybody supposed to get a fresh start and make better choices when they’re more broken when they came in? Looking at the man I can see he has his life together now, but my heart breaks for what he went through as a young man.

[@Matthew-qq9nx]

Obviously he was able to do it what's your point

[@generalpurpose772]

@@Matthew-qq9nx My point is that he is an outlier. A lot of people who went through what he did don’t get help and they never recover emotionally.

[@ZRBx4]

F around and find out. Just live a good life. Especially if you aren’t about that life.

[@generalpurpose772]

@@ZRBx4 Two wrongs don’t make a right - the inevitable result of crime has to be some form of curtailing of personal freedoms and rehabilitation. Truly, as much as I know there are evil humans who I would happily see suffer - SA can’t ever be the way of doing that, because the person committing that act is turning themselves into that same monster capable of doing something like that. If it’s another monster, but someone who is twisted in the usual criminal way has no qualms about tearing their soul further to punish someone who has committed acts far worse to those who are totally innocent - I don’t see any moral dilemma about letting one monster destroy another. It’s like the rubbish is taking itself out. But for something like an attempted armed robbery? That is an awful thing to do and that is a traumatic thing to put someone through. It isn’t monstrous enough to deserve Big Bubba, almost nothing is monstrous enough to justify that.

[@ZRBx4]

@@generalpurpose772 hello there! I was not arguing 2 wrongs make a right. I simply stated if you wanna dabble in the life, you consent to all that may come with it. That person was lucky they didn’t get smoked when robbing with a fake gun. Prison/jail is wild. I do believe the system is faulty. I feel bad for the truly innocent people who get caught up in mistakes. That’s a tragedy.

[@PrimericanIdol]

Been to prison myself. As long as you're laid back, stick to your group, don't join gangs, and don't start shit with others, you will more than likely be fine. If someone tries to cross you, you MUST ALWAYS be assertive and fight back. Respect is EVERYTHING on the inside. You cannot let any affront to you slide, no matter how small. If you let one small thing slide, it will make you a future target.

[@jerryneal9006]

Well put. Been there too. Always stand up for yourself and be willing to fight. There are predator's, prey, and dudes doing their own time and minding their own business. The deal is to be the latter. And also someone the predator's know not to f**k with.

[@KimPham525]

That last sentence is exactly like the off-site receipting section of Centurion Transport in Hazelmere.

[@hoodoo2001]

I had a client who told me about his experience in Prison.... 5 years for murder (I think he served three), and he said generally the same thing. He was about 25 if I remember correctly. He learned how to become invisible. He was a small black young man who was better educated than most and had been in no trouble before the murder. He had just snapped due to a lot of mental abuse by his girlfriend AND exhaustion from work. The jury gave him probation but the probation department and the judge just looked for a reason to revoke him. He has done OK after prison.

[@davidz3879]

Many inmates are targeted simply because of their vulnerability.

[@davidz3879]

@@jerryneal9006 How about if you can't? If the attacker is much larger, heavier, stronger than you? Or there are two, three etc. of them against you on your own?

[@johnhouston5895]

My heart skipped a beat when dude said..... "Predators come in all shapes, sizes and races and they listen to all different genres of music." "Predators look like us."

[@morrisl7]

yeah that kind of raw honesty is strange to us normal law abiding people who havent been to prison eh

[@NazgulM5OD300]

Guarantee you 99% of prisoners listen to rap. Coincidence? No. The chosen genre of sb's? Yes.

[@jp3mcpherson]

I would have guess they listened to rap

[@NazgulM5OD300]

@@jp3mcpherson I would say you have a >90% of being correct.

[@redgit9905]

They be like us They be like us They be like us They be like us 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@digitalstreetcode5729]

To anyone reading this, i hope you were suggested this video

[@youdontknowme2508]

Yes I was. Am I going to jail soon?

[@yadusolparterre]

😝

[@arckmage5218]

Been watching lots of "how crime works" videos. I'm guessing that's why this has been recommended.

[@katiepartin7291]

Me for some reason 😄

[@jwill5892]

Nah I looked it up

[@tech4life884]

I was always told the #1 rule was: #1- NEVER accept anything from anyone for free or as a loan.

[@xidiamond6851]

But if you don’t accept it it is a sign of disrespect and will receive retaliation so either way you’re screwed

[@pearlsswine]

Lol wut? You can accept things as a loan if you actually pay it back lol. You're already thinking "what's he finna do when he finds out I intent to never pay back lol".

[@Hyrule409]

@@xidiamond6851 People who operate like that were always gonna be your enemy.

[@stancexpunks]

I know it’s completely different from prison and also I’m a female but we all shared/gave away our stuff all the time. I was going thru heroin withdrawals so some girls offered me their Advils, and I was only gonna be in for 4 days so I was also offered shower supplies since I wouldn’t be in long enough to get commissary. And since you have zero appetite while in w/d’s, I gave away my food allll the time. Well, more like girls would see most of my food was uneaten and ask if they can have it to which I always said sure. Then when it was finally time to get out, I gave away all my supplies to the other girls in my pod. Never once did anyone expect something back; we gave and took freely and accordingly. Got help and gave help without expectations. God, I love being female lol

[@thestranger8528]

​@@stancexpunks That isn't prison

[@jasoncooper3588]

My goal is to stay out of jail period

[@thagodwecreate5179]

Jail is very different than prison bud

[@canadadry9693]

Jason Cooper not everyone in prison is guilty of a crime!

[@fionagregory8078]

Full stop.

[@dbt7624]

Jason Cooper prison*

[@stephanreichelt1960]

exacxtamondo!

[@hedonister]

the prison version of don't accept candies from a stranger

[@vladcraioveanu233]

"Fuck your candies, I am not your sweetheart, I am a male slut and I want you to fuck me notromance!" 😅

[@-Swamp_Donkey-]

Don’t take no cookies from Tyrone

[@DSM-114]

@@-Swamp_Donkey- 😂😂

[@PitbullFromSuburbs]

@@-Swamp_Donkey-Tyrone don’t like when you forget to clean up after yourself in the shower neither. Pick that soap up NOW

[@bioshockfanxxx1122]

😂

[@AdrianMunch]

It’s terrifying when two man hold you down and take turns. You never look at a man the same anymore. Especially an angry man.

[@julia-jn5zx]

You’re one of the sadly many men who can truly understand the fear and disgust and shame that comes from s exual assault :( I believe u and you didn’t deserve it and I understand your pain as a teen girl I’ve seen it and been thru it more times than I can count and I wish there were more protections for men especially

[@julia-jn5zx]

You’re one of the sadly many men who can truly understand the fear and disgust and shame that comes from s exual assault :( I believe u and you didn’t deserve it and I understand your pain as a teen girl I’ve seen it and been thru it more times than I can count and I wish there were more protections for men especially

[@diesemautokerl2181]

​@@julia-jn5zx Men do get raped you asshole

[@MyLifeInTheDesert]

Women have known this feeling since the beginning of time

[@jwill5892]

​@@MyLifeInTheDesert What immortal women are you friends with!?

[@markdominguez8435]

I told a friend who was in prison that if a big guy try to rape me I would just throw up and diarrhea all over myself, he said , "some guys like that"! 😳

[@bl7817]

Some guys will eat it. Some guys PAY sex workers for that privilege. People are the most disgusting things on earth.

[@horseygurl143]

"Staying safe isn't snitching." So very true. School counselors should have a poster of this in their offices and use the topic as a lesson plan.

[@bricksquadmonoply8835]

So is that saying snitching/ratting on some one is justified if your life is on the line?

[@timorthelame1]

Well if you ever have to do some hard time, I would strongly advise you to not snitch inform or whatever else you want to call it. Prison isnt high school.

[@horseygurl143]

@@timorthelame1 I will try to keep my nose clean and stay out of there!

[@keifer7813]

​@@timorthelame1But these guys are talking about a life or death situation. So if you don't snitch, you might get killed anyway

[@glemmstengal]

@@bricksquadmonoply8835 Of course. Your life is the most important.

[@Pulsonar]

The guy who introduced the video shocked me with that one liner about his gang rape victim experience more than what the serving prisoners shared. Takes a strong man to survive that shit, acknowledge and deal with it psychologically and then to help others mitigate the potential for that to happen.

[@jasonvoorhees5640]

strong? the coward spent years letting blacks play with his butt. lmao "strong" 😝💀

[@SUMMERGIRL4500]

I agree

[@Ditch_Head]

@@jasonvoorhees5640what makes you think it was blacks? Fix up dude you’d probably have your cheeks split on arrival

[@LiamGallagher-x9h]

The book.

[@Cholo.from.Atlanta]

Yeah that threw me off like spitting my food out !

[@Draeghar]

"we all hang out at the bath-house" is crazy

[@erickpk7406]

How did bro even fall for that freaky ah bait

[@sl4z]

LMFAOOO

[@andrewbennefield529]

I've been to prison I was willing to absolutely anything to prevent this from happening. But fortunately there were really good people in prison who hated rapists of any kind. And they pointed out the people who I should avoid.

[@justinjackson4073]

Same! I had quit a few bros from the streets in there already and none of that was tolerated. Seen a couple gunners get knotted up with batteries and ran out the barracks. I was never approached like that but I don't come off as an easy push over neither.

[@flightofthebumblebee9529]

Dude I agree. I met some great friends in prison and it became easy to spot the slime bags and cowards. I even actually stood up for people a couples times despite telling myself that was a bad idea. I tried to be patient and understanding and it became easy and I saw a lot of good in seemingly 'bad' people.

[@pjabber5679]

Yeah, the disgusting hypocrisy how often you hear "inmates don't take kindly to rpists", yet quite a few of them actually are that themselves inside it.

[@moseskongi4746]

@@justinjackson4073 What happens to asians in prison? Did you see any when you was locked up? I 'm thinking if the mufcka is small and has a girlish vibe / look about him, he gets preyed upon. Some horny mufcka makes him grow his hair long, wear daisy dukes, fruit punch powder lipstick and changes his name to suzy wong or some sh t like that and makes him give him massages and cook his ramen.

[@justinjackson4073]

@@flightofthebumblebee9529 it all depended on the person. I seen all kinds of dudes bitch out and become a punk but I also seen dudes stand up for own and be just fine. They wasn't swole up or badasses for the most part and they had no real connections that mattered. They were just men and handled their own and they did just fine as far as I knew.

[@MrAdrienmartinez]

I read a book called "The Perfect Victim" when I was nineteen years old. I learned to be paranoid to take any gifts from strangers, especially food.

[@christalcotton30]

Whose the author?

[@Rob-z7k]

Common sense..why would anyone accept a gift? Unless its my girl... No thanks.

[@Reeeeeee12345]

​@@Rob-z7kEven then, don't take it.

[@noneisallminussome371]

Read Gift of Fear by Gavin De Becker as well

[@DemonEvidence]

This guy is a complete proverbial bad ass, for havng the courage and will, to explain what happened to him, so that others can avoid it. People, like these, are the ones who keep our world, from being any worse than it is.

[@albertmcfry6322]

My older brothers son served 5 years b

[@abbybarrett4855]

I completely agree, regardless of what the person did or who they are, prison is not a place for crimes to be committed.

[@JohnPickup-CDHS-ze6qd]

We have to keep our criminals safe. God forbid anything bad happen to them

[@abbybarrett4855]

@@JohnPickup-CDHS-ze6qd people who commit crimes behind bars should be given an extended sentence.

[@jasonvoorhees5640]

bad ass? lmao he let a bunch of blacks do thing to his butt 😝💀

[@ohsomarvalus4712]

Its one of the most difficult things to come out sharing sexual abuse. Im a survivor and i appreciate and thank you who share your stories. Especially with men..it seems to go unnoticed. Coming out helps others as well as provides possible healing to you, the victim. God bless ❤

[@paullentz1972]

Fair or unfair, men who are victims of SA...should just keep that stuff to themselves (maybe get some therapy in private). People look at men differently when it's known that they are victims of SA. If something like that ever happened to me...I'd somehow find the will to internalize that SH1T and move on.

[@ohsomarvalus4712]

@paullentz1972 I hear you. I guess it's to each's own. No judgment because I'm not a man and you may know better than myself.

[@baileyharrison1030]

@@paullentz1972People used to say the same about women but that changed quite quickly.

[@paullentz1972]

@@ohsomarvalus4712 Not saying that it's right or fair.....I'm saying that the reality is it's much easier for women to open up about being abused...then it is for men. Again, I'm not saying that just because it's 'easier' for women to open up about SA then it is for men...does not mean that I'm saying that it is 'easy' for women to open up about SA. I'm saying that people (especially men) look at men differently than they would a woman if either was a victim of SA.

[@paullentz1972]

@@baileyharrison1030 True...however we arent there yet. Men who are victims of SA are looked at differently (especially by other men).

[@saintonerism]

This documentary makes it look easy to report but ask anyone in the system how difficult it is. Often times the CO's are part of the problem because they're in on the violence.

[@marccalizaire8848]

The movies never lied.

[@StoicObserverS]

Yes, there are evil COs and good ones.

[@klosiemorris9896]

In South Africa the warden take you to the man who sex with you

[@chad6288]

From the sounds of some of the prisons, the CO's are absolute demons compared to these police officers people are freaking out about. Why can't the families and friends on the outside get together and start pushing to investigate and sue the correctional officers for allowing rape or stabbings.

[@shyrin369]

I was thinking the same thing. That n the other inmates do see it as snitching. Should not tell other inmates what's happening either. You'll be a punk then to them.

[@photo161]

There are no words adequate to convey my admiration for a man who could turn such personal suffering into a life devoted to helping others avoid such cruelty as he had to experience.

[@Reeeeeee12345]

Maybe he just wants all the dong for himself?

[@raindrops1942]

I was over here bored at home when I heard him say “I was gang raped” Am enjoying being “bored”at home from now on...no need to interact with humans who could send you to prison.

[@BlackPanther-vk5ew]

Exactly!! We need to show teens alot of videos like this. So, they KNOW REALITY!! .....Not a bunch of fake thug life on media, online, Hollywood, Sports, All star, etc. Many kids, teens, even young adults are not afraid of going to jail or prison. Only cuz most have NEVER even gone to an actual jail or sub station.

[@landychapman3]

better than being BORED. (As in BORING thru a tunnel)

[@chickenleg820]

It's best to avoid people as much as possible.

[@Jeremy-sj3pr]

This is honestly the best philosophy to have.

[@Punisher1830]

@@BlackPanther-vk5ewalso keep in mind shit like this also happens outside of Jail, especially in or around the illegal drug market.

[@MerryLozza]

This is some scary shit. They should show this to teenagers in school to keep them out of prison

[@wailingalen]

Yes!!!

[@ellajones9844]

“Trust no one and proceed with caution “ that’s my motto and I’m not even IN prison

[@sapientum8]

_Don't trust, don't fear, don't ask._ (GULAG wisdom)

[@boxcutter0]

Seems like prudent caution & risk avoidance should be better balanced with calculated risk, preparedness & optimistic thriving.

[@JOAT_AMOS]

💯

[@ziplink79]

That guy T.J. Parsell wrote a book about his experiences in prison. I read it not long ago and the things he described were absolutely horrific. It's so admirable to see him use his experiences to help others entering the same situation.

[@bigkahuna3534]

did they turn T.J. out ?

[@mvj1153]

@@bigkahuna3534 He's the one who said he was gang raped. He's a brave man for telling his story and helping out many people. Big respect!

[@lourdes-amaliatalbert748]

Ziplink, I've looked for T.J.'s book on Amazon but can't find it. Any suggestions as to where else to look?

[@davidmarchant9386]

​@lourdes-amaliatalbert748 maybe KZbin as an audiobooks, Google play store, Audible and maybe dailymotion

[@weeniehutjr9977]

@@bigkahuna3534wtf

[@The_Tiffster]

This is vital information. My ex went to prison at a young age and he was never the same... he passed away almost 30 years ago. There are trolls in the comment section; they are obviously either not secure enough to show amy vulnerability or they are predators who want to establish/maintain a culture of shame and secrecy - don't let their proclivities affect your mindset; these are not people with morals, empathy or honor and have nothing to offer.

[@patkearney9320]

Regards and respect lol Ireland. Eire32

[@davesteadman1226]

Bless you sister!!

[@toad1988]

*Stepsis heeheheheh@@davesteadman1226

[@producedby3am344]

They are the people who would be doing the assaulting in prison, either that or the ones being assaulted

[@Mana_Sun]

My idea is to shout "I have aids!" Or std and maybe they won't do fuck me. Would it work? Hopefully I won't have to test this out...

[@PrincessKaylorOfficial]

I'm glad men can speak up about how gruesome the action of rape is, I would hope they advocate for the safety of men and women and turn away from a life of crime

[@macnos]

"At the end of the day you have to save your behind". Figuratively and literally.

[@pancho6255]

Macnos and your MOUTH too!!!

[@jebidiahnewkedkracker1801]

Hmm, that might require taking one's head OUT of of one's behind to start with? Probably easier said than done, because given all I know (or THINK I know), sticking my head up my "four pointed contact" CAN be an escape of sorts....As far as the "smell"?? No problem....I can tolerate the smell of my OWN lower digestive tract more than I can tolerate the smell of other's. 🤣🤣

[@Ahmiseysoh75]

All mothers should share this video with their sons. If this doesn't make them think twice about going to jail, I don't know what will.

[@0101-s7v]

An inmate came to my high school and alluded to the possibility of being raped. That was enough to make me think that I never want to go to jail, much less prison.

[@theobnoxiousguy3425]

Why not fathers?

[@karlwilliams8906]

Unfortunately with some of these kids it's a lost cause..

[@lisasimpson8003]

@@theobnoxiousguy3425 the fathers have already left my "community"

[@Nicolae_Mew]

The threat of sexual violence shouldn't be an incentive to abide by the law.

[@audioamz]

This world needs more men like T.J. People don't realize how many men, too, are victimized. Most of them push it deep down and take out their rage on others... or sadly end their own lives. This man spoke out in such a brave and healing way. I pray more men feel safer in this society to be vulnerable and share their experiences for the GOOD of others. God bless this man

[@orppranator5230]

More men are grapefruited in prison than anyone is grapefruited on the outside.

[@calabrais]

14:50 "It's alright to be yourself and to not feel as though you have to portray a certain image. The more comfortable you are being who you are the less likely someone else is going to be able to manipulate or turn who you are into something you don't want to be" Holly shii dude, this is so well thought out and powerful. True for whatever walk of life you're in right now. 🙌

[@edwingibson628]

I was in prison and I stopped two men from being raped, I was against that kind of stuff, most men in prison are, and I know a lot of guys still doing time that would help anyone from this happening to

[@FreedomofSpeech865]

God bless you! I hope you turned your life around

[@jasonvoorhees5640]

they raped you instead didn't they? 😝💀

[@MikeManning-p8u]

If you in prison for more than 10 years without having sex, you'll not going to be able to control yourself.

[@slowpoke96Z28]

Thats relatively comforting to hear.

[@wishingwell_333]

​@@slowpoke96Z28yeah glad to know there are ppl protectors out there too

[@Aivottaja]

I find it admirable how matter-of-fact the narrator manages to be, despite his experiences. From his eyes and subtle body movements, you can tell it, naturally, still pains him, but there's no crack in his composure.

[@StoicObserverS]

Just because someone is violated or harmed does not mean they are weak.

[@cpf6125]

Stoic observer Nice comment. Anyone who displays stoicism during hardships gets a lot of respect from me. Your username is the best possible prison and life advice I could give in just two words.

[@crapmonstr]

maybe he liked it, they drugged him

[@barrykelly5661]

It’s very good information for juveniles 🇮🇪👍💯

[@crapmonstr]

ZeroWolf maybe I would, they just need to drug me

[@ms.t6661]

May God be with the men that have suffered sexual abuse in prison and thank you men for sharing your stories, experiences and what not to do.

[@jasonvoorhees5640]

the guy at the start seemed gay tbh

[@Iamhere829]

Amen ❤

[@MoriohAnime]

🙏🏽📿💙Ameen

[@austinhernandez2716]

So you're saying that God was there, watching it happen? Wtf

[@baileyharrison1030]

@@austinhernandez2716 God sees everything we do, good and bad. That’s kind of the point.

[@Livelaughlimpbizkit]

God damn that intro was wild. Props to that dude for having the bravery.

[@D_Vito]

Big Ups to the incarcerated men in this video, especially the man who exhibited courage in admitting he was gang raped and sought to educate new ones on how not to be a victim. Great video!

[@dechannigan2980]

Never trust the 'over friendly' 'over gregarious' either in prison or in the outside world, there's usually a motive..

[@kathleengivant-taylor2277]

I live in not so good area and alot of the info here applies on outside on street also.

[@gaywizard2000]

you must have a nice life!? Sheesh.

[@ThatGuy-sc5rx]

​@@gaywizard2000you must have a sheltered one

[@gaywizard2000]

@@ThatGuy-sc5rx no, don't think so. On my own since I was 18. 37 years ago!

[@deathlarsen7502]

you learn this the hard way? hard meaning a convict's wiener go up your keester

[@abbybarrett4855]

When that guy said “you really have to trust your gut” it gave me goosebumps. In my life I can definitely relate.

[@nurcalsc1043]

Wow… i had goosebumps listening to the support of the people in charge, i also am so impressed with the inmates who strongly advices what’s right in such critical situations, they sound almost like a family. It’s also so hard to believe that these people committed any sort of crime to end up there, they are all so kind, supportive and articulate… I wish they make a better life as soon as they finish their sentence. Regards from Türkiye

[@mandyharrison3799]

Sexual predators walk amongst us on the inside and outside...im a victim of sexual abuse at the hands of my father. I know the signs. You never get over rape and the only people who should be exposed to rape are the rapist themselves. Powerful video and some brave stories. I hope those affected are receiving help.

[@Auudubillahi]

That's f***d . I was abused as a kid from a family member, I can only imagine how it feels coming from your own father. God bless

[@mandyharrison3799]

@@Auudubillahi thank you for sharing your story. I hope you are doing ok. It is incredibly difficult living with any abuse but it is only by speaking out can we expose the abusers. It's hard to put the past behind us but to survive we need to look to the future and not let the past define who we are. Life is short.

[@Vyacheslavvvv]

Same. Life ruining stuff yet invariably, life moves on. We cannot let those derived individuals win. We must succeed in order for them to have failed

[@taimurahmad]

Sheikh uthman ivn faruq....

[@Thr33God]

I'm sorry that happened to you. I like your cat pfp, if that helps.

[@burpostockings]

idk.. my 5 years was uneventful. i just didnt talk to no one. anytime anyone told me anything, or asked me anything, i just said, "nah man, just doing my time, you know?" dont think if youre white you gotta join them aryans. just leave everyone alone. you tell them, "im just doing my time man" they usually respect that. i got in one fight, and it was self defense. i got the name, "Mute" because i just didnt talk. no one fucked with me. they knew i was there to serve my bit, and nothing more. and when they know you arent there to make a name, or to start any shit, people respect that. ive had blacks, whites, and latins stick up for me because some new guy thought i was an easy target. if you are in fear of your life, you need to fight. the CO will understand. i was scared. every. single. day. but its not worth it to get yourself in deeper. just keep your head low, dont make friends, make aquaintances. and do not take any gifts from anyone. i never made those choices, and i got out clean and have a steady job as a forklift mechanic. you dont gotta be a criminal. just be that guy, that mute. that dude that never bothered no one.

[@justzog7461]

Thank you for that info. All I hear are the horror stories and BS. I did some jail time till I could make bond and did the same thing in county and it worked out alright but getting ready for a stiff sentence. I appreciate a real commitment on the matter. Thank you.

[@americanpatriot3515]

AMEN BROTHER, well written !

[@StoicObserverS]

Smart.

[@shawngrate378]

I suppose this is the smartest way to go about it besides keeping yourself out of prison. But wrongly accused ppl (unfortunately) end up in prison too. So let's heed and be grateful to the best and most experienced advisors. Thanks to you Brother.

[@taz-on-the-looseyusef5526]

Gud advice indeed

[@joefran619]

When I was 20 years old I did 10 days in jail. To many driving violations! That 10 days was so bad of losing my freedom to me I swore I would never be back. That was 44 years ago, I learned my lesson.

[@pierced.523]

You were abused by society. They crushed you and made you submissive. Congrats!

[@777moon4]

This is actually such an incredibly empowering video. I am so glad sexual abuse prevention measures can be made in such an accessible and heartfelt way. this has definitely helped SO many people, and I’m really impressed with this prison’s response to this crisis.

[@christinab9808]

It’s better to be safe than to live with an experience that will last a lifetime. Best advice ever.

[@ShoJ369]

I know two people who were in Prison, when they reported the threat of rape, they were laughed at. The officers turned a blind eye, whike they were being assulted. Sometimes those who run the prison are the inmates !

[@DS-uo5ie]

The devil 👿 and his henchmen are everywhere!🙏

[@firstnamelastname6717]

FACTS

[@T9RX3]

I saw that episode on HBO too

[@Vr-cz2zx]

I heard stories from a friend who paroled from prison, a creep went inside for molesting and killing his 7 year old niece and he was gang raped and beaten daily. Gaurds would transfer him out to keep him safe, and same thing would happen again..Dude was used and abused on the daily.

[@MsJonessss]

i saw how that whole scenario play out in a movie called “lockdown.” And i think in American Me the inmates put something in the guy drink and lured him home an empty cell.

[@pontiac99999999]

How to avoid rape in prison: Step 1: Stay out of prison.

[@lamarstewart5315]

You must not know about “THE JUST US PRISON SYSTEM “

[@EarthhasfallenTV]

In the USA it’s not your choice, it’s theirs.

[@GuruLiving4]

You can definitely stay out of prison. No excuses

[@EarthhasfallenTV]

@@GuruLiving4 yea it’s hard, it’s like a full time job not to kill 🥷

[@linuxpython935]

Easier said than done these days where you can go to prison easily for things that were deemed to be free speech only, say, 20-30 years ago.

[@nemethma]

Hell of a video to watch on a Monday!

[@jezebel-uh4qr]

I actually learned a lot even though I'm not male, not in prison, nor do I plan on being, in the future.

[@christinesizemore2610]

Same

[@jodybogdanovich4333]

Prayers for my 22-year-old grandson currently incarcerated. This is my biggest fear for him. 😢🙏

[@mrspaulb3889]

❤️

[@uhjeff3651]

What'd he do?

[@jodybogdanovich4333]

@@uhjeff3651 Drug addiction and stole cars. He was accepted into rehab and Drug Court and was doing well for over a year and was holding down a job. But then he relapsed and broke his Drug Court contract so he was sent to prison for 3-1/2 years. I pray he realizes he will still have his whole life ahead of him as a young man when he gets out and stays out of trouble.

[@lightbeing8174]

@@smf2072 yes sir right away sir.

[@rojamillerover]

So sad

[@alissagonzales735]

My nephew was sentence to 2 years for almost killing a guy who attempted to rape his younger sister. Second day in prison he beat severely three guys who tried to rape him. That got him another year. He was at the time a 6 degree black belt and had study all types of martial arts. He started doing martial arts at four years old.

[@SovereignHyena]

That's the so called "male privilege", which actually does not exist.

[@deion2041]

Quit lying

[@giantclaw138]

​@@deion2041 .

[@pablobeast1]

@@deion2041the nephew the one that lying lol

[@Synflood-dot-txt]

So he got raped?

[@stefanpowell7068]

Am I the only one watching this passively at my office job while taking notes?

[@derekmahon1652]

The men sharing their experiences seem like good guys, I wish them the best.

[@jimathybindlenim6359]

They are in prison so uh probably not. Kinda the point of prison

[@derekmahon1652]

@@jimathybindlenim6359 True, they did stupid things and got a stupid result/prison. I noticed their self-awareness and how they explained things, calm and cool, didn't drop the f-bomb every 5 seconds. That's different from someone who won't accept responsibility for their actions, angry, defensive, etc. That's what makes me think they can move past their mistakes and get a new start.

[@ChazzZimmermanMedia]

Good guys....sitting in prison 😂😂

[@ameyaalincoln864]

Don't be fooled.

[@Cade805]

The number of real world (outside of prison) lessons I learned from this is actually life altering, holy shit. I’m really grateful to the creators of this doc

[@FreedomofSpeech865]

Same!

[@ohsnap8572]

Same

[@86crud]

Y’all are young guys? That’s good to know it helps people. Don’t use drugs out here either. Back in the ‘60s and ‘70s there was stuff out here that could be fun. It’s not like that anymore. Y’all got the short end of the stick in that deal, but just let it go and stay away. Your drugs out there today has its own drugs. They aren’t chemists, and you shouldn’t be trusting them to press your pills or mix your anything else. I guess I’m not terrified of green yet but I sure keep waiting to hear stories about them f’ing that up, too.

[@love-if7wt]

Me too 😆

[@stevelandry6825]

3 things you must do to survive prison. 1-don't disrespect 2-keep your word 3-mind your own business Oh, and LEARN the phrase " Excuse Me"

[@Frilleon]

excuse me as in "i'm sorry" or what?

[@ahsaiiara]

​@@Frilleoni think as in please, coming through. Well as in sorry but not I'M SORRY offended kind of sorry. Lol it's hard to explain expression in words 😂

[@Fallenstartheone]

@@Frilleon it´s a conversation opener if you dont know the person and want to trabble , just like if you bump into someone on the street excvept 200times more important.

[@420workoutcrew]

Those are all very good tips, but what about fighting!? Even if you don't disrespect, keep your word, and mind your business - surely someone will test you to a fight or jump you when you first arrive. Or do you avoid fights by applying these three rules? Bc it seems kinda hard to mind your business when they spiked that guys drink with thorazine :(

[@pearlsswine]

That's four things, Billy. But that's okay, what you lack in counting ability, you make up for in spirit :3

[@kylewhittle6565]

Trust no one and proceed with caution. That’s life advice!

[@JasonBranford]

Excellent job. What strikes me is how relevant much of this advice is to the world in general - outside of prison. Predators, of all types, exist in every society. The lessons offered here easily can be applied anywhere.

[@irliamthischool]

Word, I peeped game and now shower with my clothes on. Saves doing the laundry too

[@JeromeProductions]

im not sure if you're serious but if you are... i hope you're only keeping underwear@@irliamthischool

[@Haaon11]

afterprison show brought me here lol

[@mrsbomsta]

RealNinchu 07x yup

[@astrohaterade]

Hell ya

[@freshedits8325]

Same lol

[@marcintalaga2376]

Me too

[@No-cm6yn]

Same

[@scotsman6712]

I'm 64 years old.never even been to jail . this video scared me straight .

[@Lowoksksksjndjsjsjdjsjdjdjxjsj]

😭🤣

[@davidtsmith33]

68 and never been myself. Thank God.

[@7somekindofsomething]

Respect to this man for speaking out on his experience to help others.

[@KenS-f1b]

I cannot believe how articulate and well spoken these men are. These men are valuable educators ..

[@EGarza-mk2mk]

New Yorkers are smart

[@gs325jcbd]

@@EGarza-mk2mkwhat drug are you smoking?

[@peterp2153]

I’m sure for a video like this, they’d want to feature more articulate inmates. Also, the type of inmates that would participate in an educational video like this are going to be the ones trying to make a better life and improve themselves.

[@Alexthegamer71]

Agree..Also I think they are reading a lots of books in jail since it’s nothing else to do

[@QuartuvLarry]

The phrase “beware of Greeks bearing gifts“ don’t come from nowhere

[@MomMom4Cubs]

This phrase is nothing but a whole fact.

[@kingturk339]

Never trust greeks , we also say "gayreeks"

[@Xztjhyb7]

Never heard that proverb. Greeks. Creeps in all nationalities

[@no1brittbarbiefan]

If you're implying that the Greeks were gay and raped young boys, that was frowned upon and was extremely infrequent, they had harsh laws against homosexuality and pederasty.

[@QuartuvLarry]

@@no1brittbarbiefan LOL! I meant the Trojan Horse

[@sunsetheart23]

This is something everyone should watch including middle and high schoolers. Its so easy to commit a crime but get caught and your whole world changes.

[@kimberlymoye1271]

my son seen this he is 17 and he said mom don't worry I'm not going in that place ever he is so terrified now my son is in college to be an police officer very great young man in I'm so happy I made him watch this whole thing but God Bless everyone

[@PresidentMikeJohnson]

your kid is gay

[@chemicalnamesargon]

you raised a good child. best wishes to you both❤

[@ltsgobrndniagre3endofquote525]

Hes part of the problem

[@flightofthebumblebee9529]

I spent 13 months in prison at age 36 and it was a COUNTY prison not a state prison. Check your ego at the door, and keep your eyes and ears open until you find friends you trust. The more other inmates see you friendly with other inmates, they'll likely leave you alone. Do your pushups and try to lighten up and not take it so seriously. Don't stare at anyone and always be respectful to both staff and inmates. Say thank you if someone offers you something but never ask for anything. Be polite to staff and they'll be much more likely to help you and give you things. I did very easy time and even tried to help others. I never got in even one fight or argument. It definitely sucks but you CAN make the most of it just by using common sense.

[@rucianapollard7098]

Glad you got out unscathed

[@cathleenmcmahan8794]

That's Great ✨God Bless✨

[@williamjones6053]

I'll take fictional stories for a 1000 Alex ....you don't have friends in prison ..you have acquaintances ..not friends

[@gino423]

Well said.

[@recycled3654]

Did you ever hear of or witness rape in a county jail? It's considered pretty disgusting and sickening to practically anybody. I've never heard of it in county jail system. Though in some prisons, there's some pretty disgustingly sick people doing serious time in there, for their own amusement would be very capable of rape.

[@pushingthroughthepaperthin9616]

They should NOT put underaged kids in adult prison. Especialy for crimes that do not involve violence.

[@SamathaNLouisiana]

There should be separate facilities for violent versus non-violent offenders.... but that would require more effort than any state is willing to put in.

[@pushingthroughthepaperthin9616]

@@SamathaNLouisiana Yep. The only thing that they could be bothered to do is create COMPLETELY different prisons for white collar criminals.

[@robinmcdaniel3276]

💯

[@KASH.B59M]

Believe it or not but the adult part of jails and prisons are far less worse than the younger kids jails and prisons. For the most part the adults just wanna get it over with and go home but the kids are way more violent and use their time proving they are the hardest kids in the facility (pause). Especially in places like Rykers Island 🤦🏿‍♂️

[@philip9566]

I partially disagree. Violent Teenaged murderers, child molesters deserve to be put there. For petty crimes though, I agree they should NOT be put in adult prison.

[@crok8349]

They should release manual "How to avoid prison"

[@stevenmitchell3705]

Lambert I was thinking the same damn thing bro lol

[@wowbogazzled1369]

Step 1: Don't break the law

[@YoUtUbEhAnDlEsArEgReAt]

They already have that. It's known as "The Law"

[@drgongshankthachef6153]

No, they should release, how to avoid getting wrongfully convicted.

[@Shycrochetqueen]

Step one show major corporations that prison labor is more expensive than hiring actual laborers

[@ms.rickie]

You are making a difference by doing this video. I’m so sorry that this happened to you but I know you plan to make it your mission to change it. God bless you for doing this video and being that brave man. Thank you. May God be with you✝️🙏

[@kim3295]

What’s extremely sad are that these tips they’re giving about being wary of ppl being nice for no reason, are the exact same tips parents need to be aware of for their young children and the adults around your children. Be extremely suspicious of ppl that seem to be doing things “for no reason.”

[@angelchrista930]

You are correct! I always taught my daughter whatever you need or want mommy will provide. You dont need to take anything from anyone whos promising you "goodies". Kids do need to know that.

[@charleswhite8603]

Excellent point

[@susieadams1342]

You're friends will sell you out in prison for smoke food perfection the only friend you have in prison is yourself and trying too play like you're hard only says you're weak ! You're only friend in prison is cashmoney

[@susieadams1342]

Nothing free nowhere the streets just like prison watch who you trust snakes comes in all shape ages collors ,background

[@Mister_Listener]

Yes! And to a certain extent, it applies to the workplace, too!

[@algore4u]

I'm terrified for my brother who's in jail because he has a mental disability and very vulnerable. He's coming out soon. I really hope I don't hear this has happened to him.

[@Pulsonar]

You’re waiting to hear if anything happened to him after he’s served his time? Didn’t you advise him before he went and visit him in the interim to check that he’s doing ok?

[@algore4u]

@Pulsonar so you just think I'm waiting for bad news? Obviously I would hope this doesn't happen but as I said, he has a mental impairment, so it's not just sitting down and coaching him once about something and he gets it. Learn a little on mental disabilities

[@Pulsonar]

@@algore4u No need to be arrogant and cynical like that man, every mental health case is unique. It would really insult you if I were to make base assumption that your unique case falls into some general category and then I behave with condescending and patronising advice like I got your picture. That’s why I asked questions as I have a brother who has mental impairment too and he distances himself from everyone the last 21 years. That’s why you’re comment struck a chord , my questions m wasn’t to criticise or to be negative, it was to learn, understand and perhaps support from a mutual perspective. My apologies if my comment read different and it got your back up.

[@joewinch7548]

You're a passive aggressive a*hole and troll. That's all I have to say.@@Pulsonar

[@cardsfan1590]

​@ali6943 I've been to prison a couple times in my younger days,and turned my life around. 99.9% of the people in there won't pray on someone with disabilities,and most inmates won't respect or allow something like that to happen

[@KerryDSC]

My step father did 17.5 straight state/fed and did his time in some seriously dangerous Facilities. He used to school me on this type of stuff and how to survive in prison. He never bragged, it was more matter of fact and his ability to read people and situations was out of this world. I really credit him for being a strong male power of example to me at a point were I felt I could have gone either way. He really taught me some powerful lessons and many truths both good and bad

[@chrismullin8304]

We all have to do our best to break the cycles. Even after we make mistakes.

[@cerovk6000]

What did he do to get 17.5 years? Lol

[@Indusxstan]

@@cerovk6000 same question.

[@martinvanburen4578]

"@KerryDSC 9 months ago My step father did 17.5 straight state/fed and did his time in some seriously dangerous Facilities. " that's cool...but he did 17 years, not sure how he can be a strong example.

[@Memory76]

⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠@@martinvanburen4578Yeah, it’s almost like you read one sentence on the man! Of course you don’t understand anything about him

[@sixxftundr]

"You go to prison as punishment, not for punishment" Learned this from military prison...why has no one ever quoted this?!

[@1usnmsc0]

Outstanding presentation from the inmates to the entire staff! My son is incarcerated and we've discussed these exact same procedures. Glad to see your agency being proactive and that the transparency is on point.

[@gaywizard2000]

in case he likes it and switches?

[@StoicContrarian]

How did you fail your son that he ended up in there?

[@ruledtrendy5066]

@@StoicContrarian what a dick move from you. Do you feel better for that? Feeling nice and smug sitting around sniffing your own farts thinking they don't stink? You didn't want to know what happened out of interest, you just wanted to demean someone to make yourself feel superior for a few seconds.

[@ChristianGibbons777]

@@StoicContrarian More like the system could’ve failed him maybe??? You’d be surprised actually.

[@IsraelCountryCube]

​​@@StoicContrarian that's an asqshole thing to say hey asqshole!

[@alasdeangel3929]

who else came here from AfterPrisonShow

[@alexl4972]

yup

[@Dare111]

lol me

[@xrentabrainx]

Me

[@mintygaming3758]

me XD

[@buddyclark5507]

House Octave Me!

[@punchedhaddock]

"Just report it to a CO" yeah that is totally fine. I'm sure the predator will understand and just back away.

[@StoicObserverS]

Nope. Now victims are immediately protected. We COs do not want sofomites hurting vulnerable prisoners. We hate sexual predators more than inmates do.

[@ashleymarierobinsonmantlow4339]

Snitches get stiches.....im just sayin....

[@AkaDazza]

@@ashleymarierobinsonmantlow4339 🖕🖕🖕

[@PuHLVeRiZe]

Stoic Observer yeah unless one of the Co getting paid by one of the prisoners

[@StoicObserverS]

@@PuHLVeRiZe I can guarantee you I would personally take such a case directly to the directorship if it was reported to me. I have reported other staff in order to protect inmates and yes, got an evil backlash. And I will continue to do so even for inmates that hate all COs. That is called integrity.

[@ChildrenOfDemiurgos]

I watched OZ back when I was 16 and I'm already properly traumatized/educated after that trauma.

[@blackflag5148]

You shouldn't have any shame or guilt if you've been raped. It was out of your control. It doesn't make you lesser then anyone else. What doesn't kill us makes us (stronger). 🙏🧡

[@davidtsmith33]

True.

[@_WF23]

I was in a 4x4 & I did what I had to do to survive.

[@thomasfowler8212]

Just watched a vid by a former inmate who had to listen to a guy get brutally raped over rhe course of a night. In the morning the guards found him tied up and blood everywhere, they tased the rapist and the guy had to be carried out. He now spends his remaining time in a psych ward, smears himself with faeces and has basically lost his mind. It doesn't necessarily make you stronger

[@warrioremperor6320]

It’s funny 😂

[@MARK-f4p8g]

watch other youtube show, search TURNED OUT PRISON. warden allows their vices, sex drugs because it kepps them "out of our hair" warden allows men be raped in alabama prison. chek it ot

[@ataraxia7439]

We should be so ashamed as a country that this happens in our prisons

[@reallyhappenings5597]

I'd rather focus on our high schools.

[@Cherylvision]

It's prison. It's literally where they send all the convicted rapists.

[@eternal.faith408]

Respect goes out to this guy for telling his story, for the safety of others

[@markelrick5545]

No respect for these people they shouldn’t have gotten themselves their in the first place

[@eternal.faith408]

@@markelrick5545 My comment never called on you for your opinion either

[@MrTattitude]

Sounds good til you go to prison for manslaughter defending your family.... next thing you know, you're wearing kool-aid makeup, sitting down to pee and holding onto BigDaddys waist band...

[@TimBailey-e9c]

Never been to prison or jail in my life. So far it seems that dropping my ego and pride is working. Not doing drugs of any kind. I also don't drink in public. I don't even chase women anymore. Staying at home seems to be my bread and butter. Books and writing is appealing, I enjoy working out to.

[@enshk79]

These guys are really intelligent and articulate. There are good people in there. I hope they’ve learned and gotten better as people.

[@maximillion8442]

This helped me understand that my history with sexual assault spurred my stubborn independence and discomfort with acts of kindness. Thank you for helping me identify that so I can work past it where appropriate and safe :)

[@FreedomofSpeech865]

Please look into trauma informed therapy or looking at reading resources. RAINN can offer you free resources in your community

[@yuiitodoro7791]

Yeah

[@DxmSanchez]

This is ridiculous that this video needed to be made. The corrections system is a joke. It's broken and needs major reform. No more prisons for profit..

[@philweed1603]

If you don’t want to put yourself in that position, don’t fucking go to prison. Your thought process needs major reform.

[@thetruth5914]

💯

[@ayejay4028]

@@philweed1603 shadup

[@yourtrappedinmygenjutsu]

@@philweed1603 that's not how it works

[@philweed1603]

@@yourtrappedinmygenjutsu Yes it is, my little anime-loving doofus.

[@mostee77]

It takes courage to participate in this video to help others

[@Kenny-Alpha]

The candy bar thing is real. What I mean is, if you're just coming into jail (upstate NY) from Rikers Island, when you hit Downstate correctional facility, which is a reception jail of new inmates, that is where your first test of this begins. As a Bronx crip since 1996, I went upstate in 2000, along with a Latin King member from East New York, who I was cool with on Rikers Island in 1999. As we got to our cells in Downstate, we met candy bars on our beds (he being in a separate cell of his own). We being so young (17), we were naïve, so we honestly thought this was just part of the jail system of welcoming new inmates. King Trigga [the Latin King] ate his candies. I was skeptical, so I put mines aside. Later on that day as we exited our cells, an old-timer (someone who been in jail for a long time) came to us and told us not to eat the candies left in our cells. That it's a common set up by a prison predator. We were shocked! We had no idea! Trigga already ate his, so that meant that the booty-bandit would feel as though he owes/owns him now. Since I didn't eat mines, I was glad. Later that day, some old creep came to my cell. He was the porter/trustee inmate. I was doing pushups. He made a slick/funny sexual remark, that he liked my abs. He tried to touch my abs through the bars. I backed up. He grinned. He asked me about the chocolate bars that he left on my bed. I told him I didn't eat them. I gave them to him. Since King Trigga was in the cell next to me, I told him about the old creep that tried to come on to me. Trigga said he tried the same thing with him too. Trigga was heated since he tried to press him about the candies he ate. Trigga came up with a plan to knock him out with a soap in a sock. He was going to put about 4 bars of korekrat jail-house soaps in a sock as a weapon. Next morning, Trigga called him to his cell and beat the booty-bandit down with the soap and sock. They sent Trigga to the box/hole. I was kinda worried since I didn't know anybody else in the entire jail, just in case the booty-bandit tried something again. Lucky for me, the next day, I ran into 3 other crips whom I knew from C74 Rikers Island just few weeks/months prior in 1999. So in a sense, I had protection in case the old creep tried something again. And like I said, at that time in January 2000, I was 17 years old. The Latin King, Trigga, was also 17. The 3 other crips I met again, were all 17. All of us came up state from C74 Rikers Island adolescence. So we were seen as fresh meat to predators. Why I said all this is because I recently came across a video from a dude saying that the candy bar on your bed thing, is a myth. He's from California, so maybe that didn't go down there. But in the NY prison system, I have personal experience that that shit was real!

[@bigguido9448]

Bro you really thought the candy that was left was like a welcome package? Like the mints they leave on the hotel pillows? 🤣🤣

[@BIGGEST5LATT]

Not gonna lie you capping

[@Kenny-Alpha]

@bigguido9448 lol I didn't know any better! What was I to expect bro 😆? My first time in the pen, 17 years old. I honestly thought that was part of a care package 😆

[@Kenny-Alpha]

@@BIGGEST5LATT capping about what?

[@BIGGEST5LATT]

@@Kenny-Alpha cause in the 2000s all that booty bandit shit been got ended

[@gezblair]

Had advice from a friend who done three years. Never accept a favour from anyone. Say thanks but no thanks and always pay your way.

[@frankpaya690]

So you should turn down an offer to wash your back in the shower?

[@jaym.1106]

Absolutely

[@polishherowitoldpilecki5521]

Favor, how exactly.

[@rshelley7496]

When the 1 guy said predators come on all shapes and sizes hit home..I never did hard time but years ago I met a guy who worked at a bank that was on my service route, thought he was cool but he had a creepy vibe and I should have stayed away.. he wanted me to check something at his house and when I was on his property he made advances..I got the bleep outta there and never went near him again..when I had to go back to the bank every month I avoided him like the plague..lesson learned and I will never again ignore that inner alert we get when around someone creepy

[@PurbleBaloon]

Glad you safe , but please dont Trust people easily and dont Go to their houses.

[@walkingphilosopher]

KZbin algorithm knows what's up brothers suggesting you guys this video.

[@k30sking]

I just stumbled upon this video. But found it compelling and watched it all the way through. Someone else stated the people who were willing to talk and help fellow prisoners were very articulate. They were also brave to be filmed in this way, and courageous to stand up against people who abuse others in prison. Hope this video is shared widely in schools and colleges as it may aid people in deciding against wrong doing.

[@bengully5076]

“At the end of the day, you have to save your behind !” Greatest summary of the entire video. This was surreal n scary, rape, STDs, depression, suicide, this video can help a lot young men in High School

[@franciscoxalamihua5734]

These stories need to be taking into schools to educate our kids, I’m a very lucky man to have kids that stayed away from drugs, they are all becoming successful grown people, I thank God for that.

[@teresathomley3703]

Obviously you raised your kids well. Sounds like you're a pretty good Dad. Pat yourself on the back, pal.👍

[@itsicearmour]

The 28 Days Later theme on this is CRAZY.

[@trock6921]

Saw a guy get assaulted because of an unpaid debt. It was all a set up. Tried to warn him but I didnt want to expose myself too much. The friendship angle is correct. Still haunts me.

[@TheBrady0012004]

Shoulda warned him

[@WithoutRemorse12]

@@TheBrady0012004 Then he would of been a target or had to be responsible for that guys debt.

[@juswolf22]

@@WithoutRemorse12 his name t rock I’m sure he ain’t one to fuck wit. T rock would’ve settled his debts with just his words, that sucks t rocks let dude get his boots knock tho

[@patriciamharris5664]

@@TheBrady0012004 did nt u see him say he tried to warn him?.. come on man. ..

[@Emalye.Saeeeeeeeee]

Oh wow smh

[@lm5050]

As someone who lived it - Be extra careful giving even the smallest of things to people who ask for them, that is by far the most common way people get taken advantage of.

[@cornell833]

Stay out of prison 😢

[@dwl3006]

You mean taking? How does giving obligate you?

[@ikotsus2448]

@@dwl3006 I guess they see you as easy to take advantage of and keep asking for more.

[@dwl3006]

@@ikotsus2448 I didn't carefully read what he said, he said to people who ask for it. So giving to someone who asks for your stuff is like a positive reinforcement for them asking for more, that makes sense. Reminds me of a scene where big prisoners ask another prisoner for his deserts and then keep upping the ante.

[@mvj1153]

Can you explain?

[@KrShou]

I have just been through only the first one and a half minutes of the video and have paused to salute this man, a real man 🫡🫡👍 The courage and conviction on his face while narrating his experiences is so brutally honest and amazing already...and I still got 22 odd minutes left😊

[@Zaltic]

These poor guys. I can't imagine the mental horror.