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Escaping A Life of Crime To Find Purpose
“Frank Zapper” is an ex gang member and drug dealer turned addiction support worker, mentor and live music host in Victoria, B.C. He recounts the traumatic childhood and adolescent years that propelled him into a life of crime on the streets of Victoria, leading to a five year jail sentence at the age of 18. Frank reveals intimate details about his experiences, navigating relationships with seasoned criminals and the stresses of dealing with violence, addiction and betrayal. Finally, at age 40, Frank was able to find his true path, becoming a support worker for individuals entrenched in…
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