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‘A cry for help’: Sonnel G. Hanley is a homeless resident on Tortola

Sonnel G. Hanley lives in an old jeep in Road Town. He is seen by some as a nuisance but there are many who try to help him. Photo: Team of Reporters
Homeless man Sonnel G. Hanley said he became homeless after his father put him out of the home. Photo: Team of Reporters
Homeless man Sonnel G. Hanley said he became homeless after his father put him out of the home. Photo: Team of Reporters
Mrs Annie Malone-Frett, Chief Social Development Officer in the Social Development Department. It remains unclear how the territory, through the Social Development Department, helps residents who are homeless and may have a mental health condition. Photo: VINO/File
Mrs Annie Malone-Frett, Chief Social Development Officer in the Social Development Department. It remains unclear how the territory, through the Social Development Department, helps residents who are homeless and may have a mental health condition. Photo: VINO/File
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands has changed over the past 20 years, as many social and economic issues have now shown their face in many ways. This includes a small homeless population that increased following the 2017 hurricanes of Irma and Maria, which knocked out some 70% of housing.

Many of our neighbours, including the United States Virgin Islands and other Caribbean countries (Trinidad and Tobago, Dominican Republic, and Barbados), have seen an increase in their homeless population within the past 10 years.

There are growing economic hardships with many residents in the Virgin Islands, especially those at the margins now falling into poverty, coupled with some with mental health challenges.

Help for Sonnel?

One of the well-known homeless persons in the VI, as he is a staple in the business district in Road Town, is Mr Sonnel G. Hanley. Some have used him as political props, posting him on their Facebook page claiming they are trying to help him.

Others have seen him as a menace to society for being aggressive in asking/begging for money, with his hygiene unbearable. Many times he is seen dirty and dribbling.

There have been reports of him cursing residents and visitors when he is not given enough money or no money at all, showing private body parts, while others have dismissed him as just “lazy and needs to go and look for work”. Others have claimed that he has mental challenges.

However, Mr Hanley- in a brief conversation with this reporter- noted that he became “homeless after I was put out by my father” and now lives in an old jeep in Road Town, the capital city.

Be kind, it could be you!

There are many kind residents who try their best to help. They give Mr Hanley money when they have it, food and try to help him where they can. Others talk to him and try to steer him in the right direction in a genuine way. It is clear he can hold a conversation but is a resident who needs help.

It remains unclear how the state, through the Social Development Department, helps residents in this condition. Mrs Annie Malone-Frett, Chief Social Development Officer in the Social Development Department, did not respond to our request for information.

While many have dismissed Mr Hanley and have no sympathy for his unfortunate condition, we must remember that we are all humans and any of us at some point could become homeless, as many residents continue to live from pay cheque to pay cheque. In addition, many residents have claimed to be of the Christian or Muslim faith, but have not shown any love or compassion for the least of us, as Jesus Christ or Allah would have done.

We need to help Sonnel clean up himself, get him off the streets, get the housing he requires and, if there are no mental issues (if there are get him the appropriate help, as mental issues are not a crime or a stigma to be rejected by others or should not prevent someone from getting employment), to find him a job and get back to being a productive member of our society. Helping Sonnel will speak volumes to the heart and soul of our Virgin Islands.

74 Responses to “‘A cry for help’: Sonnel G. Hanley is a homeless resident on Tortola”

  • ccc (03/02/2025, 09:33) Like (38) Dislike (15) Reply
    Very good piece vino where are the so called Christians
    • @ccc (03/02/2025, 10:03) Like (28) Dislike (12) Reply
      It must first start with you and i. Don't point fingers point to your heart
    • Bree (03/02/2025, 10:10) Like (45) Dislike (2) Reply
      We're right here. The questions you should be asking is where's his family and why are dealers continuing to sell people like him drugs?
      Many churches in the VI has outreach programs that assist person like him. I would like to inform you all that Family Support was started by the Anglican churches here in the VI. Sis. Marlene Penn-Trotman and Sis Judith Charles to name a few started that on the compound of St. Georges Church and over a time it grew to what it is today. This program has assisted many not only with food, but housing, health checks and victims of SA and domestic violence. Sis Penn-Trotman once said while talking about the services, that many Saturdays they came to set up early morning and would meet person there on the steps waiting on them. Please give Family Support some support. Thanks.

      Now on to another issue, I have notice that whenever the church speaks out about the ills of this society or any society they are attacked. We attack the pastor, the priest, members of the church and anyone associated with the church. We say all manner of things about them (I'm sure some of them do not know these things about themselves) and even states that religion is backwards and wishful thinking. Some have call it fairy tales and sky dreams. Keep insulting God and see what will happen. I've also notice that when thing go wrong and consequences of our actions shows up, the first person we call on is the Church and want to know what they are doing about these issues. We suddenly remember God exist. Along they have been telling us to quit doing wrong.
    • nation (03/02/2025, 10:15) Like (64) Dislike (0) Reply
      You cannot help someone who doesn't want help or real help but just wants handouts so that they can continue their lifestyle of choice. The Christians have tried to help...I can attest to that FACT!!!! Sonnel's problem is he is not ready for real change because if he was he would do the work that was necessary for that.
    • @ccc (03/02/2025, 10:18) Like (33) Dislike (3) Reply
      Helping isn't restricted to Christians - "so called" or otherwise. What are you doing to assist him?
      • @@@ ccc (03/02/2025, 10:34) Like (8) Dislike (2) Reply
        well I read it and it added Muslims
        • @@@@ccc (03/02/2025, 19:57) Like (5) Dislike (2) Reply
          Since you seemingly missed the point, let me spell it out for you. Anyone can, and should, help those in our community who need help. Religious affiliation, or lack of, doesn't matter. We all should try to assist as and how we can.
    • jack (03/02/2025, 10:38) Like (14) Dislike (23) Reply
      First of all these are lazy people who choose to be homeless, yet the gov taking our taxpayers money to give them to buy drugs.
      • @Jack (03/02/2025, 15:35) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
        Sadly, this is an addiction issue. The hospital should help dry ppl out. But, with addiction it must be acknowledged.
    • @ccc (03/02/2025, 12:43) Like (5) Dislike (3) Reply
      Should Christians be expected to welcome individuals into their homes who may harm them? This situation emphasizes a critical concern regarding immigration and the implications of anchor baby policies in the territory.

      After witnessing this man attack a woman on the street, I feel no sympathy for him whatsoever. If he does not have family in the Virgin Islands, but his parents do have relatives in their native country, it stands to reason that his extended family should provide him with housing support. Therefore, the government ought to arrange for his departure.
    • Chupes! (03/02/2025, 20:00) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
      Where is his family? Stop pointing fingers at the church or Christian community.
    • Tommy (03/02/2025, 21:27) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
      Where is his family?
    • Umm (04/02/2025, 08:23) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
      You don't have to be a Christian to help someone. It takes one oerson stop looking at other persons to do something if tou see a need just DO.
  • Well Well (03/02/2025, 09:48) Like (29) Dislike (1) Reply
    Okay reporter, you wrote good. Now let me write. That man needs to be picked up off the road. The bible you quoted said if a man do not work he should not eat also. The very man you allude to will curse you tomorrow and threaten to mash up your mother ##@@$$!! When he is given money he spends it on drugs. They beg for satisfaction. I am sure there are many businesses that will give him work, but he does not want to work. A lot of the "homeless" are not really homeless but choose to be a nuisance to society just for attention and also begging gives them an opportunity to play on the emotions of society. They really do well begging and not working. It is a known fact in other countries that begging is an occupation, self confessed beggars have amassed wealth from begging and refused to work. We encourage this nonsense in our society. Give them work. Give them a fish you kill them. Teach them to fish and you save them.
  • Hear Hear (03/02/2025, 09:55) Like (35) Dislike (0) Reply
    He cuss me because he said $1 was not enough
  • Staple of Town (03/02/2025, 10:01) Like (20) Dislike (2) Reply
    He will be working and his story will be a testimony, in the name of the father.
  • hhhm (03/02/2025, 10:04) Like (25) Dislike (3) Reply
    GOVT SHOULD BUILD A MENTAL ASSYLUM FOR THOSE WITHOUT RELATIVES WHO WANT TO TAKE CARE OF THEM
  • ... (03/02/2025, 10:05) Like (10) Dislike (0) Reply
    Put him in the church...let him clean up n work around fhe church for a place to stay n a lil money
  • its Cr@ck (03/02/2025, 10:11) Like (19) Dislike (1) Reply
    I mean its a substance abuse issue I saw him smoking crack. Shame he has family that seem to have no accountability
  • bvibuzz (03/02/2025, 10:17) Like (18) Dislike (2) Reply
    do not reply on social development they help no one!!!!
    • @BviBuzz (04/02/2025, 08:40) Like (5) Dislike (2) Reply
      Seems like all they ever want to know is your business and then some more. Then they discuss your family business and who should be helping you.
      • really?? (04/02/2025, 10:56) Like (0) Dislike (2) Reply
        when you are asking for support from the public purse you have no business. Everyone can fall on hard times, but when you do as you please with your monies and then expect Social Development and others to just give to you is ridiculous.
        • @really?? (04/02/2025, 12:04) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
          The people I am talking about DEFINITELY NEEDED HELP. Went through the process and STILL did not get the help they needed and DESERVED. They did not have money to begin with to do as they pleased, maybe that is you, but not them.
  • Ha Ha (03/02/2025, 10:21) Like (12) Dislike (13) Reply
    im sure one of the churches will step in to help.. lol
    they say when the pastor need a new car, they say give more.. when you say i need help, they say "lets Pray" lollol
  • Fusion (03/02/2025, 10:21) Like (5) Dislike (6) Reply
    What are the names of the 5 deportees listed
    listed by the USA . We need to reach out and show interest in that area..arranging for their exit...assuming they are BVIslanders.
    Taking steps to secure a positive relationship as best as we could in urgency should be an urgent a priority..


    • Norris Turnbull (03/02/2025, 21:11) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
      At Freakin FUSION...Yuh mudda,fadda,sistah,brudder, aunt and uncle. Yoh outta place
  • Government (03/02/2025, 10:24) Like (8) Dislike (1) Reply
    Okay, and as I do understand the situation, the government can do their part as well you know
    • PoWe (03/02/2025, 11:59) Like (11) Dislike (1) Reply
      The Gov and the peoples of the VIa assisted him above and beyond ,enabling him and his family a safe and comfortable haven in a progressive country unlike their place of origin.
      His parents and him has given a big minus and the middle finger to this their chosen country of refuge. Long time this sponge is beyond real help....
  • Senior native citizen of the British Virgin Islands (03/02/2025, 10:35) Like (8) Dislike (2) Reply
    In the photo the man has cash in hand. Has he ever offered to sweep a neighbor yard, carried gabbage to a bin or cut some bushes?
    In the B.V.I the majority of beggars and homeless person refused to work. They eat, drink, walk, talk and beg, only.
    However, he needs urgent help. He should not be overlooked by those of us who can help him. Many of us can, but outright refuse to help.

    Question: Is Sandy Lain still in operation?
    Answer: yes.
    • HAHA (03/02/2025, 11:40) Like (9) Dislike (3) Reply
      go by the bars have alot of well dress bums always begging for drink or your round....some people wake up everyday to leech off of people
      • @ HAHA (03/02/2025, 15:49) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
        I have to agree with you. some of them are sharper than you and I, but don't have a dollar in their pockets.
    • I know what i know. (04/02/2025, 15:16) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      You asked if Sandy Lane is operational, yes it is. Sonnel was at Sandy Lane just the other day, getting 3 meals a day, a place to sleep and water to take shower anytimeb he needs it, but guess what, he doesnt want to stay there, because they have rules, and light chores, and he doesnt want to work. He rather to be on the streets begging and harrasing people.
      How can a person in need refuse food and sheltrr over their head.
  • GOD BLESS (03/02/2025, 10:35) Like (8) Dislike (1) Reply
    I give him food just know I did my Christian duty
  • hmm (03/02/2025, 10:39) Like (21) Dislike (0) Reply
    This man is violent and is a threat to society. He steals, and we make a joke of it. He should be in jail for the last crime he did, stealing money from someone's vehicle. There are other beggars who don't steal or assault persons in broad daylight.
    • hmm (03/02/2025, 19:32) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
      Correct, there is a man that is homeless that I assist time for time because he does not steal, assault or is rude to anyone. The poor guy live in an abandoned vehicle, no joke you will be shocked at the way he managed to make the abandon vehicle his home. I will not reveal who he is or where the vehicle is. Believe it or not, you can convert a van into a home inside and out. you got a roof over your head. There is no shame in the game.


  • Check out (03/02/2025, 10:41) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    A vans life on you Tube. Lots of people fix up vans that is now their homes.
  • Listen (03/02/2025, 10:52) Like (14) Dislike (0) Reply
    GET THIS MAN OFF THE STREETS NOW.
  • hmm (03/02/2025, 10:54) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    You can’t help somebody against their will. Honestly if you can walk up and down begging dollar you can also work it got people with no hand or no foot or can’t hear properly and they still working because they realize they got to support themselves somehow. Learn to catch fish, plant food, wash car, carry blocks, sell coconut, something! He would never get a dollar from me.
  • In truth (03/02/2025, 11:30) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply
    Sooo why enable a person with a substance abuse habit a danger to the people including tourists,a thief physically and verbally vile..apparently he needs to be shipped out and away to a rehab facility..members of his family ,residents from neighboring places of his origin,should be anxious and eager benefactors takingvthe initiative to assist and to relieve the peoples of the VI and visitors( our cash cow) of this imposed and vile burden...just don't understand the ingratitude of the dominant imported demographic perpetrators ofthe overwhelming societal burdens in all sectors of the BVI ..crime poverty juvenile delinquency education
    .etc.Prison and social assist are maxed out.
  • Help who? (03/02/2025, 11:58) Like (24) Dislike (2) Reply
    Sonnel don't want no help! How much times Sonnel walk out of Safe Haven after getting help? He feel better on the street where there are no rules! He can walk about and get his fix when he feels like. Ya'll stop the outcry for ppl who don't want it.
  • I from rasville (03/02/2025, 11:58) Like (38) Dislike (2) Reply
    Do NOT be fooled by Sonnell big steeeeeeups

    Sonnel used to live with his mom in Purcell but he didn't want to go look work just eat and sleep was his daily routine his mother got upset by this every day nonesense and told him to get out and go live with his father in free bottom his father who was and still is a fisherman would go out early mornings to fish and come back and try to sell his fish to make ends meet Sonnell big and lazy didn't even want to help his father clean the fish much less help to sell all he wanted to do was eat eat eat so Wat you expect his father to do just being lazy around the home not helping doing nothing ....he put him out after that he went over csy beach and that's where he was living untill he move to the a o Shirley grounds and then Noel Lloyd park not sure where he is now

    Who want feel pity and sorry for Sonnell can but I won't he to lazy he is NOT a drug addict nor is he an alcholic and he a$$ ain't mental either he just wants free hand outs well not from Me make him work for his keep he has no right to be in that condition he have himself that way

    I said what I said
    • @I from rasville (03/02/2025, 13:14) Like (5) Dislike (3) Reply
      His father shouldn't have put him out...He should have put him on a plane. I bet he would have been working all now. You think those other countries play with menaces to society!
      • U Serious (03/02/2025, 20:22) Like (1) Dislike (3) Reply
        Put him on a plane to go where??? to circle the island and land right back at beef island? ???? ???? is right ya so he navel string bury a beg oooooo
        • @ U Serious (04/02/2025, 09:23) Like (0) Dislike (1) Reply
          Please!!! He navel string bury what?? This is why our immigration policy is in shambles! We’ve got way too many anchor babies and some has some messed up why of living this one! Trump’s got a solid plan for America, but our politicians are just too weak, always chasing after votes.
  • hmm (03/02/2025, 12:37) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    God doesn't sleep,
  • Well yeahhh (03/02/2025, 12:41) Like (21) Dislike (2) Reply
    "Others have seen him as a menace to society"
    Let someone box you down for no good reason, or drop their pants and show you their moldy eggs and sausage and tell me you wouldn't see them as a menace. I've seen him throw rocks at women who are just talking by and minding their business.
  • WHAT!!! (03/02/2025, 12:50) Like (4) Dislike (3) Reply
    “Bree”
    “God is real”
    That is your belief but it does mot make it true.
  • lk (03/02/2025, 13:06) Like (15) Dislike (0) Reply
    Sonnel is just stubborn nothing wrong with him that young man is a A student rudeness got him on the street when he was living with father he never agree to what hlm one day his father tàlk to him he box four of his father teeth out of his mouth that why he put him òut
  • henry (03/02/2025, 13:17) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
    Yes, this is a troubling situation. Is it low/no ambition, misplaced expectations, pure laziness or a mental deficit? Without proper evaluation it's hard to draw conclusions. It is an opportune time however for our representatives to step forward with ideas and maybe public forums where we all can chip in to come up with means of uplifting our weak or otherwise impaired neighbors as opposed to displaying their thirst for power and positions via new party formations.
    All the best.
  • Help (03/02/2025, 15:11) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    I'm absolutely sorry he is in this predicament. He was given a space at Sandy Lane but he only stayed for two days before he left. While this was a place he needed to be I'm thinking he needs to be more stable mentally so he can cooperate in the treatment plan that's there for him. So this route need to be visited again
  • hmm (03/02/2025, 15:25) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    He is a predator of a kind. Iv seen him roll a joint and smoke it he has a good enough mind to do that. I dont like how he stand outside business as a nuisance. He got cleaned up not long ago and is back in the same condition. There are other homeless guys that sell what they can and do their odd jobs for their coke/crack money. I dont think he is capable of doing that he probably is mental. With steady money what would he look like without changing his attitude?
  • Feathered Gem (03/02/2025, 15:27) Like (0) Dislike (9) Reply
    Another heartbreaking example of the wealth inequality that's widening all over the world.
  • Basically (03/02/2025, 15:29) Like (5) Dislike (2) Reply
    To all of you who actually feel sorry for him and give him money/ food; you all are part of the problem. You are the reason he can stay alive in that state for so long he was to already either get better or starve to death by now.
  • sorry fi magar dawg (03/02/2025, 15:39) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply
    As sad as this story may appear. Sonnel does not want to work!! i could recall when an established businessman offered him a job and he is response was he's not working in the hot sun when he could walk around and beg and make more money in a day. many others have offered him jobs to which he blatantly refused. yes we are all humans, but i do not feel sorry for him. he was an honor roll student. he had all he wanted in life until he disrespected and beat up his father, that/s how he ended up on the streets. sorry, but not sorry. i will help when i feel like, but it will not be a habit.
  • HMP (03/02/2025, 18:10) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Imprisoning him will do him good , rehabilitation at its best. They will ensure he bathes, eats and is clothed. Provide him a bed to sleep, give him a forced routine. Making it hard to get drugs as well. Lock him up is the best way government can help him
  • FACIAL EXPRESSION (03/02/2025, 18:52) Like (0) Dislike (2) Reply
    BiG DADDY SONNEL IS SAYING )> YA'AL. GAH A PROBLEM OR SUMTIN ? ALL AH DOIN CHILLIN OUT IN DIS RIDE AN CHECKING HOW MUCH DUNNIE AH COLLECTED FO D DAY , SO AR- YO VIOLATING MAH RIGHTS , TO PRIVACY
  • born here (03/02/2025, 19:14) Like (1) Dislike (2) Reply
    He needs to be deported!!!!!! I don't know to where but some where away from the BVI. Send him America by Trump he will know where to send him!!!!!
    • LOL (04/02/2025, 09:35) Like (0) Dislike (1) Reply
      100000000 Likes. Love this comment! Yes, create anchor baby legislation like Trump and refuse to expect him back in. Drop him off to St. Thomas and ICE will deliver him to his relatives and all of us who want him out will pick up the tab!
  • LOL (03/02/2025, 19:33) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    He didn't want to stay in Safe Haven either prefers the street
  • Pleaseeeeee (03/02/2025, 19:41) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    He ain’t no damn homeless. That same van he is standing next to and sitting in, he can fix up the inside get some window covers for the inside of the windshields and there you go. He collect enough money from begging and stealing. He be collecting some good change from the tourist because they don’t know and they feel sorry for him. The ones that he exposes himself to and assault is the ones that says no or they don’t have it.
  • HMMM (03/02/2025, 19:53) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    Look them build house for one of them opposite yep in east and now bushes tekkin ova it
  • I CAN HELP (03/02/2025, 20:03) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    AND IT DOESN'T FEEL FOR HIM ( OK ) TAKE HUM UP BALO / THAT WILL CURE ONE OF HIS PROBLEM ,( BEGGING ) THINGS ARE BEING SMUGGED INSIDE BALO , BUT I DON'T THINK THOSE WHO SMOKES IS GOING TO SHARE THEIR DRUGS WITH HIM , SO THAT MIGHT CURE HIS DRUG PROBLEM , AND IF THAT DON'T WORK / LET MR PUMKIN BE HIS CARE TAKER , BUT LEAST HE WILL BE OFF THE STREETS FROM HARASSING PEOPLE
  • Sad (04/02/2025, 00:28) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    he aint hungry for sure. Fat like a hog ready for slaughter. He have his senses but hes not all here. I cant see how a normal person would walk around smelling like he does. He needs to be off the streets, exposing himself to school kids and harassing tourists. One lawsuit waiting to happen.
  • citzen (04/02/2025, 00:55) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    VINO WHY YOU ALL UP IN THE MAN SAUSE HE IS JUST A LAZY BUMB
  • asura (04/02/2025, 01:36) Like (0) Dislike (3) Reply
    Bvi has become heartless by tomorrow everyone will forget Sonniel and move on to the next topic
  • @asura (04/02/2025, 08:34) Like (0) Dislike (2) Reply
    YEAH RITE , LIKE FREE THE DREW , FREE UP THE WEED , FREE UP THE COKE ETC ???? THATS A VERY INTELLIGENT IDEA , WIGGIE OH FREE UP THOSE ON VACATION UP BALO AND MOST OF ALL DON'T FORGET TO FREE UP YOUR FROM THE PAST HISTORY OF THE WHITE COLONIALIST , AND FOCUS ON THE PRESENT RACISM OF BLACKS ON THEIR OWN CARIBBEAN BROTHERS AND SISTERS , WHO WE LABELED " DEM ISLUND PEOPLE " THATS DERAGOTARY , THSTS WHY E LIEONERD IS AFRAID TO RESPOND TO THAT SUBJECT - ( REAL HYPOCRITE
  • FEO GOMEZ (04/02/2025, 08:44) Like (1) Dislike (4) Reply
    I understand that man family specifically his sibling making real money. THAT IS THEIR PROBLEM NOT THE GOVERNMENT OR PUBLIC.
  • again (04/02/2025, 11:43) Like (0) Dislike (1) Reply
    I think they tried to help his years back but he fell right back into the same mess. He is also very rude and disrespectful. I agree he needs help but does he want the help?
  • prove (04/02/2025, 13:51) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    SONNEL, DOES NOT WANT ANY GOOD HE LOVE TO BE DIRTY BECAUSE HE DOES NOT LIKE TO BATH HE WAS AT SAFE HAVEN HE TURNED OFF AND NEVER CAME BACK SO YOU WHO IS TALKING NEED TO SHUT AHO TRAP UP
  • hurricane (04/02/2025, 14:03) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Sonnel have a roof. Over his. A good place to sleep three square meals a day. He just bad. Mine too himself and the community he is a wicked young man so you guys need judge people especially bringing down Christian with you all nonsense
  • VI Lady (05/02/2025, 08:10) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    I would often sit at my window and watch him be a nuisance to persons in the park and almost every morning and afternoon I’d see Mr. Aaron Parillon sit with him in the park one on one bringing him breakfast or a cup of tea or water. Knowing his mother Rose Smith very well, I found that to be very admirable of him to do that.

    That guy is in need of help and most not be turned a blind eye to as he can affect any one of us.
  • School mate (05/02/2025, 11:32) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    I Went to school with Sonnel and when I left and came back home and saw his state I was saddened. He was such a handsome boy and very very smart. He was also quiet the charmer lol. One day I sat on the bench with him and he said my name and I said oh you remember me. He said yes. I asked him what happened to him, he watch me and said life choices. We started talking about God and Sonnel was very clear he loves God and believes in Him. I say this to say, I've watched my own family went from being an addict to clean now. However once an addict that's all you want, drugs or whatever takes your mind off of things. Yes people have tried to help him myself included, the church, the community and whomever else. But he is an addict! Sonnel needs to be taken from where things are accessible to him to be cleaned and freed. Yes many have their opinions of "nothing wrong with him" but something clearly is. None of us know where we will be in this life and we all make choices that we may or may not know what the consequences will look like. I do hope that there will be someway that they can find a facility off island so he can be helped much better.
    My heart breaks for anyone in this situation. Despite what my own understanding might say I will not lean to it. I'm sorry to see this is his result of bad choices but I do hope one day I'll see him clean and being in a good place in his life.


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