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Despite the convictions of some gang members, many believe accountability needs to extend beyond those directly involved in the immediate crimes. Advocacy for a deeper examination of systemic failures, including law enforcement's role in allowing these predatory activities to go unchecked for years, has become increasingly vocal. There is frustration over the apparent inability or unwillingness of public bodies to confront uncomfortable truths, which many suggest are suppressed due to fears of inflaming racial tensions. Yet, significant data reveals persistent ethnic patterns among perpetrators, further complicating these discussions.