Streets of Philadelphia, Kensington Avenue story, What happened today, November, 2021.

Kensington Philadelphia Drug & Crime Problems

Violent crime and drug abuse in Philadelphia as a whole is a major problem. The city’s violent crime rate is higher than the national average and other similarly sized metropolitan areas.1 Also alarming is Philadelphia’s drug overdose rate. The number of drug overdose deaths in the city increased by 50% from 2013 to 2015, with more than twice as many deaths from drug overdoses as deaths from homicides in 2015.2 A big part of Philadelphia’s problems stem from the crime rate and drug abuse in Kensington.

Because of the high number of drugs in Kensington, the neighborhood has a drug crime rate of 3.57, the third-highest rate by neighborhood in Philadelphia.3 Like a lot of the country, a big part of this issue is a result of the opioid epidemic. Opioid abuse has skyrocketed over the last two decades in the United States and Philadelphia is no exception. Along with having a high rate of drug overdose deaths, 80% percent of Philadelphia’s overdose deaths involved opioids2 and Kensington is a big contributor to this number. This Philly neighborhood is purportedly the largest open-air narcotics market for heroin on the East Coast with many neighboring residents flocking to the area for heroin and other opioids.4 With such a high number of drugs in Kensington, many state and local officials have zoned in on this area to try and tackle Philadelphia’s problem.

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I'll never forget my friend Paulie in Philly who in 1970 died of a heroin overdose because kids teased him for being overweight, nicest sweetest guy you would ever want to meet, gone, what a complete waste

[FortunaZKat]

Kensington Avenue, A.K.A. heroin zombie dance club.

Just when you think you've hit rock bottom...
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You find out someone monetized it on YouTube...

[ekquinn]

Does everything hurt when the stuff wears off? Also, I don't think it's a matter of getting high anymore. The fent and tranq just make you comatose, then you need more to stave off withdrawal. That cycle could go on FOREVER without knowing what day is Prayers that they seek help but not looking too positive. 😢

[almediafleck]

I'm sorry this has became a nightmare that we can't wake up from. I didn't realize how bad it has become. till I watched your videos. hopefully it will get better. love your vids Thank you.Kimgary.

[christinehoran]

They have to want to make their lives better. It’s not enough to have the many programs to help these ppl to get back to real life. They have to want it themselves everyday. Not just a passing thought.

[edjones]

kimgary thank you for your hard work and HD production. Amazing and Horrifying. God Help America.

[debrabolton]

Former mayor of NYC, Michael Bloomberg, is donating 125 million dollars to fight opioid addiction. Wouldn't it be great if another billionaire would come forward to help the addicts of Kensington.

[leon]

Просто шикарно, а ещё говорят, что в Америке хорошо, а в России и Беларуси всё очень плохо, , , ,

[eclipsezr]

The 50 year long war on drugs is going greatttt

[Nate-qlkw]

So glad to see everyone with a water bottle! These folks must really understand hydration and it’s importance for a healthy body up there in PA 👍🏼🇺🇸

[lindatohara]

I saw a school bus…….those poor children I pray their future isn’t on them streets Amen

[eclipsezr]

Wish the borders would open up so I can travel again, inspired to visit here 🥰

[nightwatchman]

Ok the city has it all cleaned up lets trash it .

[キャラメルメイ]

I'm always looking from Japan. Thank you very much.

[cmennenger]

What is the size of the area being filmed? I'm trying to get some context for this area of hell.

[thephilpott]

Thanks go to the dudes in the white truck, they appear to be handing out something other than dope, hoping it's food and drink.

[waltieable]

What makes people do this to themselves? I slow walking death is what it is. And don't tell me it is poverty.

[fiorellafenati]

make an effort - small or big - and accept treatment ...? or you feel better like this, lifeless, with the passing of time and your head always dull from drugs you feel better. no responsibility. the people who love you destroyed by drugs worse than you, condemned to hell and misery without being to blame. are you better?

[williamwinsor]

Like the trailer in the park that got tore apart because it was rumored that the dead abuser who lived in it had a stash hidden in the walls.mess everywhere. They could have built a trailer and made money off working but would rather lie steal and extort family to the point they are tearfully made to go with their thieving friends.

[niponiddales]

homeless เยอะเหมือนกันนะครับ แต่เรื่องแบบนี้มีกันทุกประเทศ คนรวย คนจน เป็นกำลังใจให้ทุกคนครับ