Social Media, ‘Drill Music’ Fuelling Gang-Related Homicides in Canada, Says Expert

A new Statistics Canada report says the national homicide rate rose 3 percent last year, while the gang-related homicide rate rose 20 percent. The Canadian Press/Graeme Roy

A style of rap music known for its violent lyrics posted online by rival gangs is fuelling gang-related homicides in Canada, says an expert with an organization devoted to raising awareness about gang issues and youth violence.

Last year, Canada had the highest number of gang-related homicides on record, according to Statistics Canada data released Nov. 21.