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CRJ435 – Drugs, Gangs, and Organized Crime Week 8 Activity – Local and Global Gangs Worksheet |
Local and Global Gangs
1.
Describe a gang operating in your area, including its name, location, and 3 facts about the gang.
Note
: These facts could relate to the gang’s:
· History
· Activities
· Reputation
· Affiliations
· Some other interesting characteristics of the group.
Local Gang Name: [Type your answer here]
Gang Location: [Type your answer here]
Facts about the Local Gang:
1. [Type your answer here]
2. [Type your answer here]
3. [Type your answer here]
2. Compare the gang operating in your area to one of the gangs you explored on the world map, highlighting at least 3 points of comparison.
Note
: Some ideas for comparisons you could make are:
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Organizational Structure: Compare how each gang is organized, such as hierarchy, leadership roles, and divisions of labor.
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Criminal Activities: Compare the types of illegal activities each gang engages in, such as drug trafficking, extortion, or violence.
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Recruitment Methods: Compare how each gang recruits new members, including tactics used and target demographics.
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Geographic Reach: Compare the geographic scope of each gang’s operations, including where they operate and their level of influence.
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Impact on Community: Compare the impact each gang has on the community, including social, economic, and security implications.
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Notable Events or Incidents: Compare any significant events or incidents associated with each gang, such as high-profile crimes or conflicts with law enforcement.
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Affiliations: Compare any alliances or affiliations each gang may have with other criminal organizations or groups.
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Response from Authorities: Compare how local authorities or law enforcement agencies have responded to each gang, including enforcement efforts and strategies for combating gang activity.
International Gang Name: [Type your answer here]
Gang Location: [Type your answer here]
Comparisons between the International Gang and the Local Gang:
1. [Type your answer here]
2. [Type your answer here]
3. [Type your answer here]
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