Early identification and intervention with individuals at risk of becoming involved in serious and organised crime (SOC). Issue 2 (28th May 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Hurley, Mick; Boulton, Laura Jane
• Is Part Of: Safer communities. Volume 20:Issue 2(2021)
• Page Start: 73
• Page End: 84
• Publication Date: 2021-05-28
• Subjects: Early intervention -- Prevention -- Gangs -- County lines -- Organised crime groups -- Vulnerability; Crime prevention -- Great Britain -- Periodicals; 364.40941
• DOI: 10.1108/SC-11-2020-0039
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1757-8043

Abstract

Abstract : Purpose: This paper aims to examine the "engage" pilot project and related processes for identifying individuals vulnerable to becoming involved in serious and organised crime groups (OCGs). Design/methodology/approach: In this, a six-stage process developed in the five pilot sites to guide interventions is described. The project identified 18 individuals who have confirmed low level involvement in OCGs based in 5 areas of Greater Manchester by combining risk factors and the connecting of records held by law enforcement agencies. Findings: Key risk factors found to be associated with the 18 individuals identified are described in relation to literature and discussed in terms of future intervention possibilities. A brief description of the key findings of the evaluation of the pilot project is also included. Originality/value: Together these findings are discussed to explore the challenges of preventative interventions tailored towards young people already involved in criminality and offers recommendations for future programmes in this field.