1047: Shaun Attwood | From Raves to Riches to Ruin Part One

Wildman

Shaun Attwood shares gripping tales involving Wildman, a key figure in his drug operations. Wildman's unpredictable behavior and intense paranoia often led to dangerous situations, including a moment when he believed he was being taken to the desert to be killed. Shaun recounts, "I did manage to talk him down. What we would do usually is we'd dose him with Xanax as fast as we could" 1. These stories illustrate the volatile nature of their criminal activities and the constant threat of violence.

   

Mafia

Shaun's interactions with various mafia groups reveal the high stakes and unpredictability of the underworld. He describes a tense peace negotiation between mafia factions, where both sides agreed to back down to avoid further conflict. "The head guy came and spoke to the head guy at our brokerage, and we were told to back down," Shaun explains 2. These encounters underscore the constant danger and need for strategic alliances in the drug trade.

   

Operations

Shaun's high-risk operations often involved close calls with law enforcement and shocking encounters. One night, a cop walked into their party, leading to a chaotic escape and a tense standoff. Shaun recalls, "He just pulls out, a cop to the gun and says, the only one who's not leaving is you, Mofo. Everybody run" 3. These risky operations highlight the constant threat of arrest and violence that pervaded their lives.

   

Quality

Maintaining high drug quality standards was crucial for Shaun's operations. He insisted on using high-grade ecstasy and sent out testing kits to ensure safety. "We send testing kits out there from a website called Dancesafe to make sure we don't get any bunk stuff," Shaun notes 4. Conflicts with other dealers over these standards often led to tense and dangerous confrontations.