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Amy Cook Offers Expertise on Gangs

Headshot of Amy Cook, Ph.D.
Headshot of Amy Cook, Ph.D.

Amy Cook, Ph.D., assistant professor of Criminal Justice, was interviewed by WTVR-TV on May 11 for a story about three alleged gang members who were arrested in Chesterfield County for allegedly recruiting children. Cook, who used to work in the juvenile justice system, said gang participation often leads to criminal behavior.