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The term "snitch" transcends the African-American community. A "snitch" is a criminal informant who provides privileged information to law enforcement and is, in some communities, looked down upon.

The act of snitching is a common practice in the world of organized crime. More recently, innocent children in cities throughout America have "snitched" to police to protect themselves from gangs. Unfortunately, this led to violence and even death. And yet, not telling police about crimes leaves many violent crimes unsolved.

This week on the Barbershop Buzz - snitching. What will it take to unlock this code of silence?

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