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This FBI Memphis Division file concerns a proposed Racketeering Enterprise Investigation of the Black Gangster Disciples, a street gang the Bureau described as a violent drug-trafficking organization. The records include a March 30, 1993 gang profile, an action communication seeking headquarters approval, and an April 1993 memorandum recommending that the investigation be opened. They describe the FBI's assessment of gang recruitment, organization, alleged crack cocaine distribution, weapons use, drive-by shootings, and connections with other gangs in Memphis. The file also records plans for a joint task force with the Memphis Police Department and for identifying gang leaders, suppliers, transportation methods, and distribution networks.

FBI file number: 92D-ME-45363 | Documents span: 1993 | Released in 1 part
Subjects: Gangster Disciples, Memphis gangs, drug trafficking, violent crime, racketeering investigation, gang task force