than ever. "Kids are killing (and being killed) for pocket change, jackets, sneakers, and jewelry. Some kill when they feel insulted or rejected, while others murder simply because they want to see what it's like to take someone's life". Due to these stated facts, Paul A. Strasburg believes drive-by shootings are not the only way innocent bystanders are being killed. Intentional attacks contribute significantly to juvenile homicide. (Violent Delinquents)
             Paul A. Strasburg stated that there are three levels of gang activity involving a gun. First, kids feel and want to be included in a gang and so they feel that they need to own and carry a gun. By owning a gun, these young juveniles believe they have a greater respect and acceptance by the other gang members; especially the more older and respected ones. Second, in order to obtain greater status among their peers, many gang members are likely to kill someone. Usually this comes in the form of killing members form
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