
#65 (Martin Bouchard)
Reducing Crime
The value of social connections in organized crime and law enforcement
Social connections play a significant role in the promotion and advancement of individuals within organized crime groups, as those with valuable contacts can rise through the ranks more quickly. Data analysis of individuals' trajectories within these groups revealed that promotions were linked to the network of contacts and not just based on violent activities. Law enforcement agencies have applied a network approach to identify key individuals and validate existing knowledge, providing more certainty in understanding the dynamics of organized crime.
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