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Officials: Gangs target potential young recruits online

<p>Law enforcement officials say gangs are targeting potential young recruits online through social media and YouTube. Detective Sgt. Michael Marino, of Nassau's Gang Investigations Unit, says people should &quot;not get involved in liking or commenting&quot; gang propaganda videos.&nbsp;</p>

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May 2, 2017, 7:05 PM

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