Over 5.1 million views on VICE's Youtube - this story follows JT through the process of joining the Silent Murder Crips to hear why he's willing to be "initiated"— shot in Brooklyn, New York in 2017 this piece examines the mentalities and environment that produces gang culture and violence.

Motivations for joining the gang are varied, but commonly fall within one of the following: Fellowship and Survival - the gang functions as a community and may provide support and protection lacking in the environment.