An inmate’s obsession with breaking out turns into a profitable side hustle.

Reggie had one thing on his mind: escape. He studied blueprints, memorized guard rotations, and even tested weaknesses in the system. But when his cellmate saw his work, he had a better idea. ‘Forget breaking out—sell the knowledge.’ Soon, inmates were coming to Reggie for ‘consultations’—ways to hide things, avoid trouble, and even manipulate the guards. He never left, but his skills earned him protection and power. By the time he was released, he had a book of handwritten tactics. Now on the outside, he runs a security firm, advising companies on how to prevent the very tricks he once planned to use.

What started as an escape plan became a thriving business. A gripping tale of strategy and reinvention behind bars.