Gang awareness event held in Ephrata
The town hall presentation was led by Hunter McLeod, the student threat assessment coordinator with the North Central Educational Service District. While Ephrata isn't necessarily the hub of gang activity some other nearby communities are, gangs are still present.
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Ken Murray, Ephrata School District superintendent said the district has noticed an uptick of gang related behavior.
Graffiti clutters the railroad trellis over State Route 28 just west of Ephrata. Presenters at a Thursday evening town hall said this, and other graffiti around town, show that gang activity happens in Ephrata.
EPHRATA – The Ephrata School District organized an informational session on youth gang involvement Thursday night, bringing together educators, law enforcement and community members to address youth gang concerns in the region.
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