This article from 1992 shows that the game has been around for a long time. http://news.google.com/newspapers?id=2pZ...

well since there is not conclusion to the article, how am I to look at it from a different angle? People have been charged, there is physical evidence. What sets it apart from most violent crime-there is no robbery-enter a nihilistic, random, ritualistic component. Hard to crack down on, since the pattern is random. Have you ever watched "The Rope" maph? early alfred hitchcock based on a real case in the late 20s or early thirties of two college students out to commit the "perfect " murder.
These recent cases seem to be black teens, but in no way do I think this is a racially motivated crime (as a way to identify and prevent. These are young men living animalistic lives-separated from rational self interest. Without purpose. Endemic of our culture.

There is nothing but postulation in this article. Fact: several incidences of violent attacks by young black males who do not rob their victims have occurred in several cities here and in London. The attacks are recorded and posted on social media sites. It is unique which is why its getting media attention. Boldly look reality in the face and deny its existence if you'd like maph