The Day I Almost Died: Near-Fatal Bank Robbery Mistake | LOONS Ep107

In this episode of The Blue Tick Show, Mikey sits down with Loons, an ex-bank robber who has lived through the highs and lows of a life filled with crime. From growing up on the rough streets of London Hackney, to getting involved in serious crime at a young age, Loons opens up about his gripping journey in a world only few have navigated.Loons talks about the emotions, the kick and adrenaline of robbing banks, the moments of close calls with the police, and the life-threatening situations that led him to rethink if this is all worth it. Loons doesn't hold back as he recalls being stabbed 13 times, escaping from the police, and eventually turning his life around.This episode is so unfiltered that you would feel as though you were present. Loons is a masterful storyteller and his story is gripping reminder of the consequences that come with living in crime.SPONSORS:Need assistance regarding business immigration? Get in touch!!https://www.cranbrooklegal.com Moving to Dubai ? www.cranbrooklegal.ae0:00 - Introduction - Meet Lons, Ex-Bank Robber Turned Straight1:05 - Childhood in Hackney - Growing Up in a Tough Neighborhood2:38 - First Taste of Crime - The Influence of Older Friends4:31 - First Heist - The Thrill and Danger of Robbing Banks7:43 - Near Misses with the Law - The Adrenaline and Fear of Getting Caught13:24 - The Big Heist - $73,000 Cash and the Risky Escape18:00 - Life on the Run - Hiding from the Police and Narrow Escapes21:26 - First Time in Prison - The Harsh Reality of Incarceration24:00 - Gang Life - The Evolution from Bank Robbery to Gang Violence27:02 - Surviving a Stabbing - 13 Times and Still Standing31:02 - Getting Shot - The Brutal Reality of Street Life35:05 - Close Calls - A Brush with Death While Expecting a Child43:06 - Trial and Acquittal - Beating the Charges and a New Beginning48:36 - The Final Heist - The Last Run Before Going Straight53:07 - Turning Point - The Moment Lons Decided to Change His Life56:40 - Reflection - Does Lons Miss the Old Life?1:02:16 - Podcasting and Redemption - Lons’ New Life and No Behaviour Podcast1:04:49 - Wrap-Up - Final Thoughts and What’s NextFollow The BlueTick Show On All Platforms Here!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebluetickshowSnapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/mikeymelin1Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBluetickShowSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/45FTJt5SYMEQzS39IVnVM6?si=a21c92f042e2415cFor all sponsorship enquires email us at info@thebluetickshow.comFollow Mikey Here:https://www.instagram.com/mikeymelin