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Paying ex-gang members to stop shootings

Today, Explained

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Preventing Violence Through Community Intervention

This chapter delves into the crucial work of violence interrupters, with a focus on a character named Fats who mediates a gang conflict after a shooting. By engaging with both sides, Fats successfully prevents retaliation and promotes community resolution, highlighting the impact of former gang members in fostering peace.

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