Gang Statistics

1)There are about 24,500 gangs in the U.S.

2)40% of juveniles are gang members. I think the number of juveniles is high because some don't have parents to guide them through life and to turn them to the right path.

3)9 out of 10 boys in detention have some level of gang affiliation.

4)Their incarcernation is for drug use, larceny, petty theft, status offenses or domestic issues.

5)70% of girls have been sexually abused while incarcerated.