Think Gangs Are Only In Memphis' Poorest Neighborhoods? Think Again
From Candice Ludlow | Part of the Gangs in the City series | 09:52
This piece examines the gang problem through the eyes of Shelby County Sheriff Sergeant Eldridge, who leads the Street Crimes Unit working to eliminate the presence of gangs and drugs on Memphis’ streets. Eldridge has identified the neighborhoods where particular gangs reside. He discusses the ways that law enforcement obtains information about gangs, and how he goes about working in gang-infested areas.
This piece examines the gang problem through the eyes of Shelby County Sheriff Sergeant Eldridge, who leads the Street Crimes Unit working to eliminate the presence of gangs and drugs on Memphis’ streets. Eldridge has identified the neighborhoods where particular gangs reside. He discusses the ways that law enforcement obtains information about gangs, and how he goes about working in gang-infested areas.
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Think Gangs Are Only In Memphis' Poorest Neighborhoods? Think Again
From Candice Ludlow | Part of the Gangs in the City series | 09:52
This piece examines the gang problem through the eyes of Shelby County Sheriff Sergeant Eldridge, who leads the Street Crimes Unit working to eliminate the presence of gangs and drugs on Memphis’ streets. Eldridge has identified the neighborhoods where particular gangs reside. He discusses the ways that law enforcement obtains information about gangs, and how he goes about working in gang-infested areas.