Kids In Prison Then & Now - 13 Years Later, What Happened To These Boys? Akheem & Paul's Stories
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- Опубликовано: 26 авг 2023
- In this video we look back at interviews with young prisoners Akheem and Paul as they talked to us about what it was really like being locked up as teens. Each teen talked about how they landed behind bars, their regrets, their hopes and what they felt they learned inside prison walls. We also hear from Paul's attorney, Monica Foster, and get an exclusive glimpse inside an Appellate Court hearing as Monica fights for Paul's release.
Catch the rest of Paul's story here:
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More on Paul’s story: In this interview, Paul Gingerich had already spent two years in juvenile prison as he was serving a 25 year sentence for conspiracy to commit murder. Paul was 12 years old at the time of his crime. In this interview, Paul talked about what his experience was like in the county jail while being held there during his trial, and what the process was like being interrogated by police. He also discussed what he wanted for his future someday.
Update: Paul appealed his sentence, and the case went to the Indiana Supreme Court. The court threw out his adult conviction and remanded the case back to the juvenile courts for re-sentencing. He received a sentence modification in 2016 and was released from prison in 2017 after spending seven years behind bars. He was 19 years old at the time of his release. Paul's case inspired child advocates and juvenile justice activists to lobby for change in Indiana's juvenile sentencing guidelines, with the hope that juvenile judges would be able to maintain jurisdiction over some juvenile cases rather than automatically waiving kids to adult court. Their efforts resulted in a new law dubbed "Paul's Law," which gave Indiana courts greater flexibility in deciding juvenile sentences. This law is sometimes called a "Blended Sentencing" law in states around the U.S.
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I got locked up as a kid. Was in and out till 31 changed my life been home 5 years now life is good and so is god.
What changed for you?
Good to hear that!
Keep on with God He will always lead you right. 🙏♥️
Glad I survived as a teen doing 7years in juvenile prison but I did learn But now I mentor juveniles so they can go down the right road I will continue to 🙌 bless others so we all can heal the heal 🙏
@cornell833 - always good to know there are mentors like you out there. Keep up the important work!
@@CalamariProductions thank you I shore will You Guys keep up the Amazing 👏 content the 🌎 Is always 👀 watching and also ❤ it
Congrats homie and continue to be a positive influence on our youth, idk what’s going on with them but there’s too many of them losing hope and throwing their lives away ✊🏾
Your black nobody cares
Good for you mentoring juveniles,your a blessing to single parents that don't have that male positive influence. I have a son I'm afraid for everyday,I wish more men whom learned would start these programs.
From Ahkeem’s family:
Thank you for sharing this documentary. I would love to see the next documentary because sadly yes he is in prison. If I may request the team to send his sisters a copy first it would be greatly appreciated. This video was initially very triggering and upsetting to me personally. But I do appreciate it now and can see how it can be a way to advocate for him.
To my knowledge, he has 65 years for murder. Yes so sadly and unfortunately a woman lost her life behind my brother actions. If I may add more context, NOT AN EXCUSE. And believe me, I hold him 100% accountable regardless of our upbringing. His actions were due to his paranoid and mental illness. Ahkeem has a twin brother (who at the same time began having a mental break as well) right before my eyes. But that’s a different traumatic story. He did not kill her because she was going to turn him in. In a paranoid state he struck her once, which led to her death. Ahkeem is a big guy and the woman had a brain condition. Ahkeem should not be charged with murder, but manslaughter or murder 2 maybe but not murder. This was an accident. He did not fool anyone, he actually is a good person, not a “murderer.” If he was a sociopath (antisocial personality disorder) I’d say that, even him being my brother. Or maybe I’d say nothing, but that’s not the case. Ahkeem and I have talked for hours about how he thinks of the woman and her family daily. Prior to the incident that led to her death he walked her dog for her, helped her with her groceries because she was an elderly woman and sick.
When a loved one is incarcerated it deeply impacts the entire family. This is another trauma for us too.
Also unfortunately unlike Paul (in the video) Ahkeem does not have the resources to plead his case. He has used a lot of his time appealing the case but I believe he has lost hope at this point. He used to communicate with us weekly but hasn’t reached out in the past few months. I was happy to read in the comments that the interviewer talked to him recently because we haven’t.
There’s always more to the story. But I feel these details are appropriate. Thank you immensely to all who shared kind words and prayers. We really need and appreciate it ❤ THANK YOU
I send my prayers to Ahkeem and your family that you all overcome this troubling time 🙏🏾
Sorry but if u felt that mental was a problem shoulda got him committed cause this is senseless and he had his 2nd chance prison can keep him truthfully
Wow, how do you struck someone accidentally? You are making excuses for him. Even tho he’s a good guy he still took that’s woman’s life.
I actually looked up your brothers case and he punched a 60 year old woman in the face repeatedly with a close fits. How was that an accident? She trusted him. Stop the cap about his mental illness and all that. Your brother is right where he belongs
To Akheem’s family member: thank you so very much for your post. We would love to get in direct contact with you. Can you please email us via our “contact” link on our website (www.calamariproductions.com)? We are grateful for the time you took to explain more about Akheem’s story. We have kept in touch with him and know how difficult things have been and the mental struggles involved. Cases like his are very, very complex and we believe your words are important for people to see.
To our viewers: we try very hard on this channel to keep comments civil. We hope you can understand the pain involved for ALL family members-those of the victim and yes, those who are family to young people like Akheem. It’s only through intense discussion and understanding of all sides and issues that we can hopefully help prevent tragedies like this from happening again. We are mindful of the pain experienced by all, which is why we think stories like this are important for people to see. Thank you for your understanding.
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Man i feel for Akheem . I was 19 when i first started going in and out of jail . I caught my first felonies in 2020 and ive been dealing with probation ang the system to this day . I am 26 years old , but it definetly has shaped my life . I pray to any younger men going thru this life of crime , it is NOT worth it at all bro. So many more things in the world to be happy about.
@GraveyardTV - very well said.
People make fun of us squares but we really just outside trying our best. I hope you overcome your situation.
@@FatDan. yeah man I live the father life now and it feels good to B a regular person . I appreciate it bro . Take care !
I don’t understand the expression “caught a felony”. It makes it sound like the crime chased you down the street and grabbed you. I’m glad things are better now.
@@jcny11 obviously people get felonies from choices they've made N im not saying it was a great decision , but some people do believe in change N want better
Just like Charles, I was shocked when Akheem was sentenced for murder after his release
Im black and I knew he was going to get straight in trouble. His persona.....I know 40 year olds just like him
It’s hard to stay out of trouble as a juvenile especially when you’re in the circumstances he was in. However, as an adult, it’s completely different. Coming from someone who was in Foster Care and a Juvenile Delinquent.
@@MrLenroc82damn 40
@MrLenroc82 that is too bad
@jacobthompson6265 absolutely true
I was in JDC for a year and 8 months for something stupid I did when I was younger I was 15 when I was there when I got released I told myself I would never go back and I didn’t I stayed away from bad friends and more positive people always keep your head up 💯 #nevergiveup
@FunFact0291 - We love hearing stories like yours. You help prove change is possible, especially for kids. Thank you for watching and sharing.
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I was just asking myself how many of these kids actually make it. It’s so sad. I was so happy to hear your story. Keep on keeping on ❤
@@Jessie_Hope yes I told myself I would do my time and get out of there and do good in life!! Appreciate your comment 🙏🏽
Ahkeem seemed like a really nice guy. I was hoping he would do good once he left with his sister's. I was hoping he got a job, went to school and turned his life around. I had to read it 3x for it to register that he was convicted to 60yrs in prison. Damn, so many young men are shooting, robbing, getting killed and going to prison without having been on a prom, graduated high school or had a real job. Its sad and very disturbing
he deserves it hes an idiot he just thought he could get away with it and he got caught so serves him right. Throw his happy ass in there.
Right
my mouth literally fell open! It's so heartbreaking and sensless....
Same here I kept going back to make sure I read that correctly. So sad
@@JDillon-qd7fhglad you made a change that’s awesome.
14:15 she’s looking at him and his family like, “ he’ll be back “ 😢
I see it all over her face.
Ahkeem seemed like a really good person hearing him speak in the beginning of the video, his character seemed genuine and kind. I was rooting for him to have a bright future, to be a productive citizen in society but things ain't turn out that way.
@ahmadtillery1987 - even the prison staff thought Akheem was ready to move forward as a productive citizen. Sadly, drugs and alcohol got the best of him once he was out, and old influences took control. Sad for everyone involved--him, his family and that of his victim and her family.
@CalamariProductions I feel fir the victim and her family not him and his
As a black man and father of 16 and 13 year old sons, there is nothing more important than a father figure. From the 12 - 16 year range, I have had to guide them in the right direction hundreds of times and can see how they could have easily went with the wrong crowd or made many bad decisions without me including how they respect adults, strangers, family members, peers, teachers, and their education. Their mother, and my wife are together yet she would not have had the success we have had thus far. Black boys need their fathers. You can see how Akheem tries to impress the wrong people. This is one of his major issues.
I knew he would mess up when they showed him leaving. He couldnt wait to get back to the streets
@@MrLenroc82 Yep. That is when I saw it as well... his family asking about his money was also a clue. Everyone in his life is about money and they want it quick and easy instead of having to work hard by getting an education (late night and long hours studying) or, just hard work at a low pay before making more money as the payoff. This is why we have so many "aspiring rappers" in our community who eventually commit crime before "making it" big.
Oh my good glory, Attorney Monica Foster is absolutely brilliant! I would love to meet her and thank her for being an advocate for what is right for these young juveniles.
@butcherwoman3753 - She is an amazing attorney and an even better human being. There's a reason she is so highly regarded, not just in Indiana, but internationally. Thank you for watching!
@@CalamariProductions I agree. She is wonderful person and has a big heart, that is definitely without question evident.
Wow. What an insight to a world that so few of us even know exists. Thank you for the upload abd the channel.
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Been a long time sub of CP. New screen name as of late. Formerly MacMike. So glad to hear that you have a grown child. Through my prison career I has 3 children. Youngest is 23 now. Greatest experience in my life. Trade it for nothing. Love your videos. Keep them coming...
Re Ahkeem's story, what are these young kids really going home to??? Burglary and assault sounds like he was desparate for money and doing what he knows best. Are the connected with any job training assistance, help with job placement that pays enough to afford to live...??? It's much deeper than just releasing these young men back into the world.
@diari1978 - You ask very important and valid questions. Research proves that the brain forms differently when exposed to violence, abuse, etc. at a very early age. And for boys, the brain isn't fully formed until well into the 20s. While these things aren't excuses for bad behavior, they are precursors to in in many instances, and it gives us a window into how and why things often happen as they do. Kids re-entering society after time behind bars is a very hot topic. So much depends on what programs and educational services are offered in these facilities, how much families play a role while the kids are incarcerated (some facilities work hard at incorporating family involvement in their programs; others, not at all). This is a long way of saying it can often be a crap shoot on how a kid does once released. If they go back to the same violent environment that got them in trouble in the first place and continue to hang around bad influences, it can be extremely difficult to stay on the right track. That said, we DO see kids make it, and maturity helps. We always hope for the best! Thank you for your questions!
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It all starts with parenting and single parent households. Its nobody Elses fault.
He made a choice to burglarize and beat that lady. There are jobs for people that get released from jail, they simply have to want to accept the job(s) offered and strive to do and be better.
Wow, too bad that first kid ended up committing murder. Sad to see all these kids so happy to be released, saying they ain't coming back etc and yet all that seems to be forgotten in the next situation. Perhaps more needs to be invested in anger management classes and such. They need to learn to be able to walk away.
@yukiefromoz2573 - Yes, re-entry is extremely hard, especially when old influences are still waiting upon release. Akheem fell back into alcohol and drugs and all the things that originally got him in trouble in the first place. There were also some very deep mental and emotional issues that he never really overcame. Not saying it's an excuse, but it gives us a window into how things went so wrong after he was released. Appreciate you watching his story.
I get really crazy when I drink because of bipolar.
If I continued drinking, I would end up being in prison for something.
So I stopped drinking, family and freedom is worth so much more than alcohol.
I'm still afraid I will screw up, but I keep faith in God to guide me.
I feel for Akheem, it's sad he wasn't able to put his demons to rest for good. So many people have to struggle just to stay out of trouble.
I hope he finds peace despite being in prison.
Akheem story is sad for both the victim and him. Is their a way y’all could interview him again?
@danietijerina - So very true. We recently did a long interview with Akheem but unfortunately it was a phone call, not an in-person interview. He hasn't done well in prison. His mental state has been pretty bad. He's spent a lot of time in segregation. We plan to do an in-person interview with him in the near future. Once we do, we will be sure to upload it to our channel and keep our viewers updated. Thank you for being here with us.
@@CalamariProductionswill you guys upload the phone call ?
@@CalamariProductionsyes, will you upload the phone call?
@CalamariProductions I don't care about his mental state leave him in the hole he is a manipulater he is where he belongs
@@CalamariProductions Has the phone call been recorded? If so, I am sure many of us would be very interested to hear it.
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@@imdonkeykonga commenting on a RUclips video isn’t gonna solve the problem so idk what the point of saying that was
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Huge liiiiike I like how you said that
I really wanted Ahkeem to make it. He came across as a really nice lad that just made a few bad choices. To see how excited he was the day of his release I really thought he had cracked it. So very sad God bless you all
Paul is a very lucky young man hope he makes the most of his life and contributes to society
I ws adopted and passed to the state, I have never stolen from anyone. excuses are your own
I was too, difference is o was given tools and provided mentors to help me when time gets hard
Many people don’t get tools and knowledge help when times does go our way
I also had a different mindset I wanted to do better and be different and break the chain from my biological family 💜💛
You act like your situation was his it makes me laugh people don’t understand people go through different shit
yes but you're both 2 different people, your situation isnt his and vice versa
When Ahkeem said he was going back to Gary, I new he was coming back to jail. It isn't the city of Gary but all the people who were around him that let him go to jail in the first place. However I was thinking it was going to be some petty BS. But murder damn. I use to work in the prison system, I normally can pick out the smooth talker who did or will do something horrible, but he had me fooled all the way.
@Doctor_Joey - Even the staff at the juvenile prison seemed confident Akheem would make it. We recently did a long prison phone interview with him and he hasn't done well--been in Seg numerous times and says his mental health is deteriorating rapidly. He expresses extreme remorse for what happened, but sadly, that doesn't bring his victim back or change anyone's circumstances. It's a sad case all the way around. Thank you for watching and commenting.
Paul's appeal attorney was very good.
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I did 12 years in public school, it was tough and thank god i survived it
Juvenile jails are gladiator school. These kids are definitely being trained for adult jails or prisons.
Akheem’s case is so disappointing! His father died in jail & now he’ll spend the rest of his life in jail . Sad ! Very sad the victim and for both families.
Pattern and cycle my dear. Unfortunately there is no1 to break them by prayer. May God help us all.
To all the brothers and sisters that have been locked keep your head up and your eyes looking forward because tomorrow is a bright day
i just watched the story about colt , so seeing this story right after of a kid who was involved with colts stepdads death i am so invested atp
Y'all should do a update on Morris 👀👀👀
Been in YDC myself I understand we're the only one's who can understand how hard it is prayer's for you bro
@user-pl4us3bh4f - very true. Only those of you who have been through it truly know. We try to capture as much of the experience as we can through interviews and footage inside, but what kids truly go through really can't be fully explained. Appreciate you watching and commenting.
Theses kids have hard lives both parents died man imagine the great pain that caused
I've watched quite a few of these interviews and hope for a success story at the end. I see an eagerness to go out into the world and do good things in almost everyone. I am saddened to see that very few of these kids manage to accomplish their goals. It causes me to wonder why. Is it the system and their failure to rehabilitate them, or are these kids too hardcore to rehabilitate? This boy seemed to have it going on, good looks, good attitude, was prepared, earned his GED, and had a support system. What more did he need?? I sure as heck don't know, but it's sad.
@kayja2949 - all very good points. We wish we had the answers. After 25 years doing this work we have some general thoughts, but none of them are concrete answers to how we ultimately stop the cycle. Many of the kids have early childhood trauma that usually goes untreated. We then get asked the question, "well, why do some kids with horrible childhood trauma do just fine as adults and others don't?" Again, we don't have the answers, but what we do see is that those who make usually have at least ONE caring adult (a teacher, a mentor, a neighbor, etc) who goes the extra mile to help them see a better future. Without hope and opportunity, many kids feel completely lost. It's not an excuse for committing crimes, but it does give us a window into how they often end up where they do. Again, thank you for watching and posting such poignant comments.
@@CalamariProductions, Thank you for responding, I appreciate your comments and I appreciate the work that ypu all do. I sit here at my computer, rooting for these kids and praying they find their way and live happy, productive lives. I realize it's a long shot, but I hope for it, anyway. Thanks again, take care. 💕
@@CalamariProductionsI did 10 years straight. Been home a little over 8 years now. Just got off parole this past September 6th 2023. I spent ALL of my 20s incarcerated.
I don’t think there is any set reason people don’t change, or they do change but still end up messing up and coming back. There is countless reasons and circumstances. Hell, people that come from great families and nice communities with no childhood trauma also get locked up at a young age and do a long stretch and somehow still find their way back to prison. It’s so sad to see. Because all of them want to get out and do good. All of them have dreams and goals and spent years daydreaming about how they want their life to be when they go home. Literally spend hundreds of hours laying in their bunk daydreaming of life outside and what they want their future to look like only to get out and ruin it. It’s sad.
I don’t know what makes me different from others. Why I choose to change my life and keep it that way but others didn’t. It’s sad man. Because no matter how “hard” or “tough” they seem, deep down they are humans that wanted a better life for themselves. They wanted to make their mom proud after putting her through so much before being locked up the first time. I promise you, they really really wanted these things. But something inside them wouldn’t allow it.
That lawyer was good af lol earned her paycheck
You guys should do an update with the 3 boys who were in rival gangs but still friends
The sentence against the young PAUL it's a crime itself
So devastating to read about Akheem after the fact. It really is a stable home with something to build off that makes all the difference I feel. I guess being outside didn't feel good enough to want to stay out.
@Gabel13 - it was such a sad and horrible update for all involved once we learned the news. Everyone was rooting for him. Tragic, all the way around.
I was very disappointed with Ahkeem’s incarceration. I thought he was going on a good path. But now he’s in prison for 60 years.
@yvonnewilliams8800 - we can tell you that everyone involved with his case was stunned by the turn of events. Akheem tells us he was drunk and on drugs when it happened and he never meant for it to end the way it did, but sadly, that doesn't bring back the victim or change his circumstances. It was a tragic case, all the way around. We will be bringing viewers more on his story in the months ahead. Thank you for watching.
Akeem be looking at the camera and the floor at the same time 😂
Hmmmm...
It's soooooo sad, Akheem went back to the same environment & didn't have his father in his life, to guide him. I wish him well.
It was hard to read the ending. I'm guessing drugs and alcohol have a lot to do with young people's downfall. Being around the wrong people and not having the recovery skills to keep themselves clean contributes to the ones that re-offend. So sad.
These films are educational and help to raise awareness. Thank you for your dedication.
@carolemcdonough8121 - You are correct -- drugs, bad influences and lack of hope and opportunity often lead to a lifetime in the system. Add in mental health issues such as the ones Akheem has been dealing with all his life and it's a sad, tragic mix. It is always our hope that our videos help shine a light on so many issues that lead to juvenile crime. Ultimately, our goal is to help prevent kids from entering the system in the first place, and find the programs and solutions that help make us all safer in the long run. Thank you again for your kind words about our work!
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Heartbreaking.
Kids need support and programs to help them do better. It’s a hard thing to be born in poverty and a not so good home life! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 for all to well and productive in life!
Wow I can’t believe ahkeem I’ll pray for him
Wats his full name and when we gettin tht in person interview I wanna write ahkeem
Somebody should have told him to calm down. Slow down.
For the first guy. You had your opportunity, and blew it. It’s sad, but you deserve to be exactly where you are
Don't judge him, not when maje repeated mistakes
@@ntylive8578 him to
With Help, Counseling, Mentors, Job Training, non hostile environment and a STRONG ALL HANDS ON DECK FAMILY SUPPORT system he Never stood a Chance🤷🏿♀️
@@snoopynow7523 I made it out at 23
I hate to admit this, as I never wish anything on anyone concerning prison, but when Akheem was being released, his energy indicated that he was not ready. I have had dozens and dozens of family members and friends in prison and seen them released; there is a particular ethos regarding those who return and those who stay out. I feel for Akheem's family; it is unfortunate.
I am so glad Paul's out!
Imagine going through puberty with no girls around.....😵
Ive watched a few of these videos and seen only one success story so far😮💨. I hope there are more in this episode.
They need give out programs for kids in prison work off what they done, not to give up on them.
Just the way he was acting I knew he was going to be back but not to that extent. Young people really have to stop and think is it really worth it. Damn.
Shid I was clowning when they let me out I ain't been back I pissed off that cop Smoove off 😂😂😂
It wasnt mentioned if these people continued with counselling after they got out or had to report to someone.The system is so flawed.
@mayhemmiracles700 - Good question. The answer is no, once released from juvenile prison there is no parole or probation to report to. They are simply released to family (or to a placement facility, group home or wherever their release takes them). In Akheem's case, his old environment unfortunately took hold again. Awful results for everyone involved.
@@CalamariProductions did Akheem ever make it to Georgia as he planned? He knew what would happen if he stayed in the same environment that he came from. Why didn’t they release him to his relatives in Georgia to begin with, give him a better chance to succeed?
i wonder if colt and paul have talked since they have gotten out ??
@ras6857 - No, they haven't. Thanks for asking.
Is there an update about Paul's life?
@Dexy83 - Coming soon! Hope you'll stay tuned!
Good kid he gone make it much love
It’s a sad reflection of society when a man like ahkeem so excitedly greets his freedom but is back to serve life. What is wrong that allows a person not to change their behaviour? Why don’t they get help that continues after release? Jail is clearly bad and these guys can’t break the cycle, why?
@pelicanvibe - all good questions, and complete answers are hard to come by. Every case is different, and so much depends on the supports in place once a kid is released. We wish we knew the answers, but we hope our videos at least help illuminate the many issues involved. Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment.
Wow praying for Ahkeem did my research I may send him something he is in Wabash Valley Long Term Segregation😢 won’t be released till 2071 I pray God Grant him another chance to actually get it right 🙏🏾
@richgirlty22 - Appreciate you watching his story. Yes, he's had a very difficult time in Segregation. We're sure he'd appreciate a letter if you're able. Contact with the outside world is one thing prisoners tell us is the most important to them while locked up. Thank you for your viewership and comments.
Huff 'n Puff couldn't keep up with Ahkeem. 🏃🏽♂🏃🏽♂
Hahaha😂
Come on y’all we need more updates on ahkeem and different ppl y’all got us open then y’all fall back nah lol
Good job, no kid needs to be put behind bars but get serious therapy
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Ahkeem sad . He seemed to genuinely want a change.
Shi I’m goin on 17 all I’ve done all my life is bad Shi I was taught to do bad Shi lost my mom at 11 lost my dad about 2 years ago. Mental health ain’t right surge for tha Shi I done did, went through and seen it’s sad ya say bout I doubt I’ll be able to change.
When I was 17 I was in Elmira State Correctional Facility doing a 3-6
I'm sure that looks awesome on your resume...
They grabbed those checks quick like. 😊
Bro said a RN😂😂😂 he ona block rn 😂
I’m sure he could’ve been if he had the proper love and support
I hate to say this but I knew that the first young man would re-offend. Once I saw the 180 degree shift in his attitude and total disrespect that he started to show…I knew he would be back. 😢
I'm not sure why everybody is talking about Akeem seeming so great, he gave me terrible vibes through the tv. Look in his eyes, look how non compliant he was Even being on the way out. He seems scary and I'm not surprised he did what he did when he got out. Sadly.
He didn’t seem like he wanted to change🤷🏿♀️and looked where he’s at!
Akheem was just hard headed. Couldn't even walk slower when asked. Smh
In the middle of watching this, trust me he is going bk.... I know what it looks like!
@shuggashane6308 - crazy that several others have mentioned the same thing.
How much time did he do
Omg nooo I was rooting for him so bad
@rivanharris4769 - Everyone was. It's a sad story on every level. Thank you for watching.
I don't know who is doing the interview but I can't hear her questions, she sounds so far away
Monica, girl, you did that lol. No bap 👏🏽👏🏽
There so many chances u get better take them while u can before u locked up for along time
Is it just me or are these always kinda blurry? 😮
I think it’s you. It looks fine to me.
@@stst77 haha, thanks.
Camera person needs to learn how to hold a camera steady
@rhodes1948 - sorry about that. We often upload what we call "raw" footage which means we don't edit any of what was shot. When we produce shows for TV we never leave that in, but on our channel we sometimes keep it as raw as possible. Thanks for understanding and watching anyway!
As he should be 😢 a 60 year old lady 😡
I wasn’t surprised about how Hakeem turned out. Prison is the only stable life these kids know.
After he got out how many months before he killed her
It said “shortly after his release “ so it may not have been months.
The lady interviewing Paul, it just didnt flow as well, i guess Karen couldn't as she was on Colts visitation list. But this felt awkward i actually felt uncomfortable for paul
@traciebryce6484 - you bring up a valid point. Every once in a while we have producers who help conduct interviews when Karen can't be at every one. Some of these producers haven't gotten to know the kids as well as Karen has and haven't been doing this type of work as long as she has. It can make for a different kind of interview. Really appreciate your viewership on our channel and taking the time to comment!
that lawyer TOUGH
Ahkeem sounded like he was gonna be a good kid. Can't use having no parents as an excuse. I grew up without my parents around. I lived with family. Never even stayed at the same school long enough. He had family support too. Look who picked him up. Then he ruined it. Now look 😂
Never trust someone who been to prison!!!!
Watching these videos becomes clear of how race plays a huge factor in the success after prison. Which is sad to watch.
Choices plays a part, and the desire and willingness to do the work and put in the effort to change course.
I sure wish you guys would interview my son in the Tennessee prison and ones like him. But its so corrupt in Tennessee they probably wouldn't allow it. Especially black inmates
Ahkeem should be on meds he is TOO ANXIOUS . YOU NOTICE HE KEEPS MOVING FAST SWINGING HIS ARMS STILL TALKING YANG YANG .I HOPE HE DOESN'T COME BACK 😢😂
I can tell the way he was walking screaming to his boys I’m gone be right back he didn’t change 😂 I was really hoping he made it he had a tuff life no parents sad
Akheem was doomed with dad dead and mom on drugs. I'm not making any excuses for him though, many of us had tough childhood years, but we made the best of it and didn't turn to a life of crime. It's too bad he made the wrong choices.
He wasn’t doomed but it put him at a disadvantage. Lots of kids come out of far worse situations and don’t resort to murder.
You can’t make an excuse or have a opinion you never had to do it you never had to wear those shoes
@@stst77 Thanks Einstein, I’m one of those kids too, I already put that in the comment. Just give it a thumbs up and keep it moving. He was doomed because how did it turn out?? Duh?? He started with an uphill battle even if he succeeded. That’s a doomed life.
@@Txc45 I have similar circumstance, so I’ve walked those shoes, and you don’t know me Bozo, so watch your fingertips. YOU haven’t walked those shoes apparently, so don’t project onto me. SMH
@@hiphopjewels what about the kids that have the same of worse life and they didn’t turn out like him? What about the kids that made something of their lives? He wasn’t doomed. He had many chances to do better but he chose to not only destroy his life but also the lives of innocent people. That was his choice.
Once released you would think you want be mature enough to go down a different path.Prison life is the most descusting place on this gods green earth you want to be.You do have a chance to fulfill your life with bigger and better things jobs new places to live new people to meet become friends any thing you want to do.Seriously don’t waste it messing up to spend the rest of your life
relased into the same sh--t neighborhoods with no strong mom and/ or dad ( or the dad o r mom has no time as they are working 2-3 jobs just trying to put food on the table and a roof over the ir heads sothe kid goes back to the streets to be "raised" ) and because they have a record and no job experience they cant get a full time decent job ...same cycle with thousands of people ike this, same pattern
The kids who have and are falling in the cracks, and it'd be great to know those cracks have been shut, and I didn't hear 1 of these kids named crack!!! Wtf are they falling for? I look at these babies and cannot believe they are not a priority for us to be creating and actively involved with a different system if it's allegedly not working, but is it not working or the people paid to work in the system not working??? I know the answer personally do u , or u just get to decide what we need??? 😮😔😎
Why would one of the kids be named crack..?
What do you do about it? You say you can’t believe it, but what do you do? Do you do anything to change it besides RUclips commenting about how ‘you know the answer’ and saying ‘I can’t believe it’s not our main priority’ well clearly it isn’t your priority, if it is, what’s one thing you do or have done about it? Country is full of people like you. You’ve done and will do nothing about it, you just act like you care and cry in the comments. When you exit the video you go on about your day like nothing happened. Priority? You can’t believe it? Believe it. Look at your life
@eastonclark thank u for asking, I actually do my very best to make sure I am a humane human no matter how I'm treated in turn. I work everyday, in spite of brain injury, I still consciously work daily to love more, and to love who's in front of me rn and who has needs I can help with I do. I'm pretty certain there was a time they called that humanity and they did give anyone a prize for it and nor did people expect to be rewarded as They seem to now expect to be recognized for their humane actions for others. I do infact have an idea and concept I know doubtlessly is worth at the least trying it, it has to be better then nothing because I've known 3 people who were sentaced as adults, did a decade in the adult penitentiary, and got out to have 0% anything or one who was worthy to be guiding any of them, and I'm sorrowful to say there is 1 who survived past a year because he went back to prison in 6 days, one shot himself, the other got in a stand off with the cops who shot him 4 times before he shot himself, but he was free and he decided right? However if we have men who have been civilians, and have skills, who struggle acclimating back to society, how come we can't give them a purpose in teaching men how to be men except for who've never even seen what that truly looks like? What's to be lost if it failed? Or what's the point of being able to intervene in these kids lives and not changing their direction? I have many children related and otherwise, and despite the fact I rarely see the point in defending my position however I do truly have a remarkable concept and based on the intolerances and experiences I've survived with I'll never not be a useful means to hope at least for a resolution for anything, especially when I'm not familiar with it or the difficulties someone else is surviving. I'm also not a rich person and currently on bed rest hence the abundance of time wasted in attempting to explain what's already been decided on by yourself! Be safe, and I hope u never experience such things or have to go without being able to decide for yourself!
@eastonclark they label them the "cracks" in the system every single day, or everytime they don't want to be responsible for what they're failing to get done!
@eastonclark I actually agree, our country, our world, is full of who you're disappointed I'm not or you'd have anything to say in turn. I had answer for u, however I'd like to know what u based your assumptions about myself not proactively involved or doing my part, what are u doing? For the record why isn't an answerable question. It's too broad for the human mind to comprehend because it goes on forever so obviously you're interest is critical and not resolutions!