Rochester, N.Y. -- More often than not, it's illegal guns that lead to violence on Rochester streets. Video

Rochester, NY --- One gang's drug trade and violence put dozens of illegal guns on our streets. What can be done to take them off our streets? Video

Guns recovered in this case have been linked to three Rochester murders.

U.S. Attorney Terrance Flynn on how his office and investigators target "Straw Purchases" of guns. Video

A comprehensive report from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives details where guns confiscated in New York State originated.  |   ATF Gun Track Report 2006 (984.3KB)

The activities of gang members in Rochester were linked to a shootout in Atlanta, Georgia.

Monroe County District Attorney Mike Green's office prosecuted homicides that directly involved Joseph Place Gang members. Green discusses the gun laws that his office deals with day in and day out. Video

The issue of illegal guns on our streets quickly raises the issue of Second Amendment Rights for Americans. Ken Mathison of the Shooters’ Committee On Political Education says "Gun control laws are ineffective because criminals simply ignore them."

Pathways To Peace Director Vic Saunders describes his efforts to curb gun violence in this city

Taking down a complex and successful gang operation like the Joseph Place Crew is not a simple task for investigators, or prosecutors.   |   Joseph Place Gang Indictment (278.4KB)