Evolution of Philadelphia Crime
Update: 2025-10-02
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ABC079, Part 1: How and Why Crime Emerged
In neighborhoods across the city, ethnic groups clashed over control of gambling operations, protection, the numbers racket, prostitution, and eventually bootlegging. These criminal enterprises weren’t just about making money, but were also about gaining power and influence, sometimes even forging ties with local politicians and the police.
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