Yes I believe and know that.
There is violence around you, if you don't know anyone you will become a target. Gang members will rob a house if you don't know anyone do you think your house will be safe.
If you don't know anyone in the hood or try to mind your business you're asking for trouble. Again violence and crime. Either fit in or become a target. It's really that simple.
In Charlotte?
Any particular neighborhood you'd point out as an example?