He admitted to her that he messed up and he owes about $5000 to the drug dealers. Some of they live in his building like his next door neighbor that hangs in groups outside the building. He told her all this without talking about the drugs just that he messed up and owes them the money came the first of the month.
I am so glad you didn't fall for this one, it's one of the oldest tricks in the book....give me money or they will hurt me!
They live a life of danger...messing with the wrong people and using drugs that can kill them...and there is simply not one thing we can do to change that.
You were wise to give up your front row seat to the drama.
If you haven't already gone to meetings, maybe try Al-anon, Nar-anon or CoDA. Meetings are a great way to find support and learn a healthier way of living...and the bonus is that you will make friends there who not only understand what you are going through, but who won't judge you or tell you what you "should" or "shouldn't" do.
Welcome to SR.