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Former gang leader charged with rapper Tupac Shakur’s murder, who was killed in a drive-by shooting in 1996. The arrest follows a renewed investigation into the unsolved murder, which has remained a mystery for decades. The suspect was charged with a gang enhancement, which connects to Tupac’s confrontational gangster rap style. NY Times
The arrest of a notorious gang leader from Haiti is set to face Kenyan police. The gang leader, wanted for his involvement in serious crimes, was captured in a joint operation involving international law enforcement agencies. The Kenyan authorities are preparing to question him regarding his alleged criminal activities, indicating a commitment to international cooperation in addressing transnational crime. The article does not provide specific details about the gang leader's crimes or the nature of his involvement with Kenyan law enforcement. Nation
U.S. Border Patrol apprehended a gang member who was in the country illegally within the Laredo Sector. The individual, identified as a member of a criminal gang, was arrested by Border Patrol agents during routine immigration enforcement activities. This highlights the ongoing efforts of Border Patrol to address security concerns related to illegal border crossings and the potential presence of criminal elements among those entering the United States without proper documentation. LMTonline
If the law enforcement had initially treated the Proud Boys as a street gang, the severity of the January 6th Capitol attack might have been reduced. Categorizing the Proud Boys as a gang would have allowed authorities to employ more aggressive tactics to monitor and dismantle the group's activities earlier on. This, in turn, could have disrupted their plans for the Capitol attack, potentially preventing or minimizing the violence that occurred that day. This underscores the importance of early intervention and robust law enforcement strategies in dealing with extremist groups. TPM
A government crackdown on gangs has resulted in the imprisonment of 43,000 gang members, but an estimated equal number of gang members remain at large according to a police report in El Salvador. The report highlights the challenges faced by authorities in combating gang violence in the country despite their efforts. While tens of thousands of gang members have been detained, an equal number still pose a threat, demonstrating the persistent and complex nature of the gang issue in El Salvador. The report does not delve into specific details of the crackdown or its impact on gang-related crime rates. Reuters
A notorious underworld figure from Karnataka, India has been extradited and convicted after evading the law for several years. The individual was wanted in connection with a murder case and was living abroad before being successfully extradited back to India. He was subsequently convicted in a court of law, highlighting the importance of international cooperation in solving crime cases. Indian Express
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