[USA] Gangbusters : Increases in violence and other crimes have forced S.C. to address a growing problem / Charleston.net, 25 February 2007
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GLENN SMITH
"After years of denial and inaction, South Carolina is rushing to contain the spread of street gangs that have taken root in every corner of the state, from urban cores to rural backwaters.
Police departments are forming specialized gang units. Lawmakers are working to institute tougher penalties for gang members."