Walking the Drug Infested Slums of Baltimore

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I know you probably get this a lot but I really respect and appreciate you covering the problems in our country!

I was born and raised in this neighborhood for only 15 years. I've seen things that have taken a heavy toll on my mental health - walking to school and seeing people drugged out shook me. I was put in schools where kids would call me weird for knowing how to read. I thought everyone would know how to read at my age, but that's not the case. I am so fortunate to have a family that keeps my head on straight and supports me constantly. The only escape from this environment for me is school and sports. There aren't many kids from here who enjoy going to school anymore; most would rather stay outdoors and do God knows what for the whole day. I haven't been outdoors much since one of my friends was shot in a shooting at the Inner Harbor. Knowing that stuff like that can happen to you at any time really scares me. I hate being outside around here for too long unless I have a reason. I am scared to go outside on my own block sometimes. Honestly I hate living in this city and I have for a long time. However I am hoping to find an escape through athletics and go on to do greater things.

"I don't do drugs to get high, I do drugs to feel normal". Valuable insight into this scene.

I’m a doctor. I trained in Baltimore. My worst day in medicine was an ICU shift where I lost 8 patients to overdoses. They all were so young. Apparently, there was a bad batch on the street. I went home with such a heavy heart. Took a few weeks to get over how many families I had to give bad news to that day. I still see the mother’s faces in my head and hear their screams. It’s something that never leaves you.

The guy in the purple is completely aware of his situation and not in denial. He was clean once and can do it again. I wish him luck.

it's crazy to hear Mike talk openly and honestly about his experience with drugs but he's so clear and aware of it and can psychoanalyze himself... sad man, I hope he gets some help

The guy in the purple explained drug addiction and tolerance so well. You eventually lose the euphoria after using so much but you still get that feeling that the high is there and is holding you down. He was talking about heroin which I don't do I just smoke weed lol but it's so true, weed ain't hitting like it did the first few times.

Lived in and gotten high in Baltimore the past 20 years. Started with weed in high school to fit in. With my addictive personality, a broken back in my early 20s, and what went from doctor prescribed relief to me on the streets chasing the next high. I grew up in a large family and both sides of the family were mostly high functioning addicts and alcoholics. Used weed all my life. Did cocaine for 10 years, been addicted to opiates for 13 years. If I could change my past I ABSOLUTELY would. Not only because of the pain I've put everyone around me and myself through. Not because both my children will one day find out some of the wrongs I have done in life. I honestly think one of the hardest things to endure is the constant feeling of not living to my God given potential. The guilt and shame doesn't stop when the using does. The feeling of regret and looking back at the fact that I've wasted so much time and money. On something that doesn't do anything to solve the root issue. But hindsight in 20/20. And I'm being the best human/parent I can be. Through the Grace of God I'm still alive. And that's enough to keep me humble. Thanks for letting me share...

Thank you so much for covering this issue with me tommy. it really means a lot brother.

This man does it all. We should appreciate how much effort and times goes into each and every tommy G video. We love you tommy!!

Born and raised here Thank you Tommy for shedding light on the parts of this city the media will never show and the Mayor ignores

As a Maryland native, I grew up hearing about the gun violence and abandoned buildings that inescapably make up the city of Baltimore. I had a deep seeded fear of the city and in some ways still do but like most major cities, there are pockets of real beauty and wealth that seem to completely counteract what you showed in this video. My eyes have officially been opened more to what the majority of the city is dealing with. Thank you for shining a light on this issue and talking about a major city often forgotten about by most journalists! I just watched your DC homelessness video and had no idea that was even an issue there and I’ve been there dozens of times. Keep up the great work and I hope you continue to tell these difficult stories and educate the public better than mainstream TV media ever could!

Lost my dad about two years ago, I hope the guy at 14:30 gets help. He seems like a truly great guy and was giving solid advice, would hate to see another person like that gone to drugs once again. My birthday wish is that the drug epidemic will end. Anyways, shout-out to my dad for being the best man and father when he was here. Cheers fellas, stay safe out there and if you’re reading this right now and struggling - take this as a sign to stop your habit. It may not seem like it at times trust me I get it, but plenty of people care about you and need you on this earth. Much love ❤

I’m glad to hear that they have treatment centers you can show up with nothing 24/7 and they’ll take you in. Let’s make this happen in other states!

Im glad tommy is shedding light on this, all the people that look around and think know these issues arnt getting any better, and its not something to ignore

Sorry to tell y’all but Bmore ain’t getting saved anytime soon, been lived here my whole life.

Tommy G Is a million times better at reporting and shining light onto real problems this country faces then any news reporter or journalist will ever be. The world needed someone like Tommy seriously may God watch over this man on all his future endeavors🙏

Thanks for shining a light on the situation as a kid who was born a raise in Baltimore. I've seen many of my classmates and co-workers get addicted to drugs and it just makes me feel so sad

I from Maryland and I go to MSU, pursuing a major in architecture. Through my studies, I've had the opportunity to explore significant topics like Baltimore's food deserts and the issue of vacant homes. The challenges encompassing crime, poverty, inequality, and the state of the education system are matters I'm acutely aware of. On this note, I extend my best wishes to Nicholas Johns and his nonprofit endeavors, as they tackle these pressing issues head-on.