New York City is one of the liveliest cities in America. With its undeniable reputation as the most populous city in the United States, NYC has a lot going on within their metropolis area. With the likes of many different people and the diversity that sets in its streets, NYC has a blossoming crime rate that ranges from assaults, murders, burglaries, Auto theft and a plethora of other distinctive crimes that stem from many issues. One of the leading blemishes on New York's surface is its extensive history with the infiltration of illegal drugs. The selling of drugs, particularly heroin, is on the rise in certain neighborhoods in New York City. The Police Commissioner has stated that an increase in sales of drugs on the streets will raise the crime rate in its area. Could his hypothesis be correct? Could NYC's crime rate expand at a rapid pace due to the overload of drug trafficking being committed? With an educated assumption, many would agree with the commissioner, but is the selling of the illegal substance the only factor that is playing a role? .
Drugs have the ability to create another character in ones self. It has the power to take over ones mind and transform them into someone who will never fit their sober characteristics. What he or she may feel is utterly beneath them while at a sober state, can quickly change into their second nature while under powerful drugs such as heroin. The soothing effects of the heroin high is often wanted by the user who isn't feeling great about themselves, and the brief relief that heroin provides from intense pain, depression and anxiety is often why they choose to take the drug. When giving a substance the power to control such strong mood changes, one may feel indebted to the drug. Once that soothing state is achieved the user will more than likely do anything in their power to get that feeling back. The high can be so invigorating to the point that he or she may overdose, or do anything to keep that high as frequent as possible, limiting its sober state as much as they can.