By the early 2000s, the use of guns had spread from individuals involved in drug transactions to larger numbers of young people, and the availability and use of guns, the spread of the drug market, and the growth of street gangs all contributed to a dramatic rise in murder rates among young people.

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The early 2000s saw a significant increase in violent crimes, particularly among young people, due to the proliferation of firearms, the expansion of the drug market, and the growth of street gangs, all of which contributed to higher murder rates.

By the Early 2000s, the Use of Guns Had Spread