Former Boston Gang Member Now Encouraging Kids To Stay Away From Crime

By Tiffany Chan, CBS Boston

March 28, 2024

BOSTON - Fed up with the violence, Dorchester neighbors gathered outside of the Ashmont T Station Wednesday, two blocks from where a man was shot and wounded Sunday night, to reach out and offer their support to local youth.

When asked if violence in the area has gotten worse, Ted Newton responded, "Definitely got worse. Definitely. Watching kids get killed."

Newton felt compelled to stop and chat with Danny Santana, the founder of the group Inspiring Today's Youth, or ITY. They spent Wednesday talking and listening to teens near the T station.

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