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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Prison riot in Ecuador kills at least 17 people

At least 17 people have been killed in a prison riot in Ecuador, the second deadly prison brawl to hit the country this week. Thursday's fighting broke out in the coastal city of Esmeraldas near the Colombian border. Police reportedly found dead prisoners inside their cellblocks, and images shared on social media and verified by the AFP news agency show victims sprawled on the ground with bare, blood-stained torsos. At least two of them were decapitated.
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2 months ago

The 6 Biggest Gangs in California Right Now

California's gangs pose significant criminal challenges influenced by socioeconomic conditions, and recent trends have shifted some activities into cyberspace.
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fromwww.sandiegouniontribune.com
3 months ago

California official criticized for appearing to call on gangs to intervene in immigration raids

Cynthia Gonzalez, vice mayor of Cudahy, called on gangs to organize against federal immigration sweeps, stirring controversy and prompting condemnation from the Department of Homeland Security.
Los Angeles
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fromenglish.elpais.com
5 months ago

A gang leader released by Bukele reveals his pacts with the government of El Salvador

Gangs played a significant role in elevating President Bukele, undermining his narrative of a war against gang violence.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
5 months ago

Mayor Adams rips Maryland Sen. Van Hollen over 'tequila drink' with 'gang member'

Mayor Adams criticized a senator for meeting with a deportee, asserting no connection to gang members.
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