Gang violence articles
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Understanding, combating gang violence in Scranton
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The battle to reduce youth gang violence continues Wednesday. Community leaders gathered Wednesday to talk about the ongoing fight to combat the problem, first by understanding it. Three important takeaways from Wednesday coming from Lackawanna County District Attorney Mark Powell. Gang activity is not new, it's not unique to Scranton []
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D.A. Powell speaks on gang violence concerns in Scranton
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The presence of gangs and gang-related violence is becoming more apparent in the Scranton area. The recent violence in Scranton is a concerning trend for residents in the area 28/22 News had the opportunity to speak with District Attorney Mark Powell on the topic of gangs in Scranton and what []
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Ecuador voters back tougher security to fight gang violence
In a referendum, Ecuadoreans voted in favour of allowing the military to patrol the country's streets.