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Today, the Chicago Police Department is doing something similar with gangs. Using a tool academics call ânetwork analysis,â the CPD is mapping the relationships among Chicagoâs 14,000 most active gang members. Itâs also ranking how likely those people are to be involved in a homicide, either as victims or offenders.
But unlike years past, many older gang members believe that gang violence has increased in Chicago because of undisciplined youth who are now running the gangs. Chief Keefâs recent tribulations have shed light on the youth violence in Chicago and the gang heâs reportedly affiliated with, the Black Disciples. To get a better understanding of the Black Disciples, we have provided a list of 10 things to know about the infamous gang and its foundation.