Chang claims 56% reduction in gangs across island

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Chang claims 56% reduction in gangs across island

National Security Minister Dr Horace Chang yesterday heralded what he said was the success of the security forces in significantly disrupting the activities of gangs across the country. In his contribution to the Sectoral Debate in Parliament,...

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