Reggie Yates: Teen Gangs
As part of BBC THREE'S Criminal Britain Season, Yates explored the culture of fear, anger and violence which drives the dangerous world of teen gangs.The show involved Yates speaking to many gang members as well as ex-gang members to find out about why and how teens get into gangs. He also found out about the ways in which gang members can escape the life of violence and anger.
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