Anything Goes with James English

Crack, Heroin, Prostitution & Prison: Essex Bad Girl’s Brutal Truths

Dec 17, 2025
Charlotte Seaman, a reformed addict and mother from Essex, shares her harrowing journey through crack and heroin addiction, prostitution, and time in prison. She opens up about early traumas and the violent spirals that led her to a life of crime. Charlotte reflects on the pain of her choices, including the impact on her children, and reveals her turning point after a suicide attempt. Now in recovery, she documents her journey on social media, hoping to inspire others and raise awareness about addiction and healing.
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ANECDOTE

Early Sexual Assault Triggered Downward Spiral

  • Charlotte described being sexually assaulted at 13 after asking a man to buy alcohol for her and a friend.
  • That event escalated her anger and drug use and preceded her first custodial sentence for stabbing someone.
ANECDOTE

First Crack Hit Was Immediate Obsession

  • Charlotte recalled trying crack for the first time and loving the immediate intense high.
  • She said the rush lasted about ten minutes and sparked an urgent, relentless need for more.
INSIGHT

Disbelief Makes Vulnerable People Targets

  • Charlotte observed that people with visible chaos and addictions are easy targets for abusers because their disclosures won't be believed.
  • She stresses systemic disbelief increases exploitation risk for vulnerable young people.
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