The Nature of Gangs and Crews: A Study of Youth Gangs and Current Trends

Greaves, Sonya (2002) The Nature of Gangs and Crews: A Study of Youth Gangs and Current Trends. Master's Thesis, Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Central Connecticut State University.

Abstract

Gangs are studied in terms of their existence, influence, and nature for means of determining the proper course of action to be taken for prevention and knowledge. The present research examines gangs in New York in terms of the factors listed above. The research is based students surveyed in New York City and border cities. The primary findings of this study suggest that gangs are still very much prevalent and are taking new forms. Implications of findings suggest that parents have less influence on their child’s decision to become involved in gangs than formerly believed.