NYGC Gang-Related News Articles
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Gang-Related Articles
April
2008-present. (198
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Tennessee
Gangs moving beyond the city (Covington, TN): Ace, Fat, Hurdle Boy, Man Man and Playa Key. Street names of suspected low-ranking Vice Lord gang members in Covington.
Gangs moving beyond the city (Covington, TN): Ace, Fat, Hurdle Boy, Man Man and Playa Key. Street names of suspected low-ranking Vice Lord gang members in Covington.
Source: The Commercial Appeal Date: May 12, 2008
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California
Five gang members arrested in separate incidents Sunday (Bakersfield, CA): Bakersfield Police Department officers arrested several gun-possessing gang members Sunday including two who drove away and crashed during a pursuit, police said.
Five gang members arrested in separate incidents Sunday (Bakersfield, CA): Bakersfield Police Department officers arrested several gun-possessing gang members Sunday including two who drove away and crashed during a pursuit, police said.
Source: The Bakersfield Californian Date: May 12, 2008
http://www.bakersfield.com/...
Tennessee
Bill seeking to prohibit gang activity at schools advances (Nashville, TN): Legislation that seeks to prohibit gang activity at high schools in Tennessee is headed for a full Senate vote.
Bill seeking to prohibit gang activity at schools advances (Nashville, TN): Legislation that seeks to prohibit gang activity at high schools in Tennessee is headed for a full Senate vote.
Source: WZTV FOX 17 Date: May 12, 2008
http://www.wztv.com/...
Massachusetts
Gang graffiti has tales to tell (Springfield, MA): Nicholas Cotto can read the writing on the wall. And what the walls are telling him right now is not good.
Gang graffiti has tales to tell (Springfield, MA): Nicholas Cotto can read the writing on the wall. And what the walls are telling him right now is not good.
Source: The Republican Date: May 11, 2008
http://www.masslive.com/...
California
Parents tipped off about kids in gangs (Stanislaus County, CA): There are an estimated 7,000 gang members in Stanislaus County -- and they might be living in your house, two gang task force investigators said to an audience at a recent community forum at Modesto High School.
Parents tipped off about kids in gangs (Stanislaus County, CA): There are an estimated 7,000 gang members in Stanislaus County -- and they might be living in your house, two gang task force investigators said to an audience at a recent community forum at Modesto High School.
Source: The Modesto Bee Date: May 11, 2008
http://www.modbee.com/...
Florida
Gang raid nets guns, drugs and 11 arrests (Manatee County, FL): Sheriff's officials arrested 11 suspected gang members in a raid Thursday night, breaking up what they described as a loose-knit but active drug gang.
Gang raid nets guns, drugs and 11 arrests (Manatee County, FL): Sheriff's officials arrested 11 suspected gang members in a raid Thursday night, breaking up what they described as a loose-knit but active drug gang.
Source: Herald-Tribune Date: May 10, 2008
http://www.heraldtribune.com/...
Virginia
Youths nabbed in 'gang-related activity' (Accomac, VA) : Two juveniles have been arrested after an investigation and charged with several crimes, including "gang-related activity," in Accomack County, police said Thursday.
Youths nabbed in 'gang-related activity' (Accomac, VA) : Two juveniles have been arrested after an investigation and charged with several crimes, including "gang-related activity," in Accomack County, police said Thursday.
Source: The Daily Times Date: May 10, 2008
http://www.delmarvanow.com/...
New York
140 pack Nyack gang-violence forum (Nyack, NY): Residents crowded a community meeting last night to talk about recent gang-related violence in the village and to ask for more services to help steer youths away from violence.
140 pack Nyack gang-violence forum (Nyack, NY): Residents crowded a community meeting last night to talk about recent gang-related violence in the village and to ask for more services to help steer youths away from violence.
Source: The Journal News Date: May 08, 2008
http://www.lohud.com/...
California
Gang selling drugs to Cal State San Marcos students (San Marcos, CA): Narcotics detectives say a street gang has set up shop in a luxury apartment building next to Cal State San Marcos to sell drugs to students.
Gang selling drugs to Cal State San Marcos students (San Marcos, CA): Narcotics detectives say a street gang has set up shop in a luxury apartment building next to Cal State San Marcos to sell drugs to students.
Source: The San Diego Union-Tribune Date: May 08, 2008
http://www.signonsandiego.com/...
Georgia
Gang-related gunfight leads to four arrests (Gwinnett County, GA): Four people face criminal charges after a gang feud erupted near Snellville between the "Cold Hearted Killers" and the "Original Paper Chasers," Gwinnett County police said this week.
Gang-related gunfight leads to four arrests (Gwinnett County, GA): Four people face criminal charges after a gang feud erupted near Snellville between the "Cold Hearted Killers" and the "Original Paper Chasers," Gwinnett County police said this week.
Source: The Atlanta Journal-Constituion Date: May 08, 2008
http://www.ajc.com/...
Virginia
Two juveniles arrested for gang activity in Accomack County (Accomack County, VA): Police say an extensive investigation has led to the arrest of two juveniles in connection with several crimes including gang related activity in Accomack County.
Two juveniles arrested for gang activity in Accomack County (Accomack County, VA): Police say an extensive investigation has led to the arrest of two juveniles in connection with several crimes including gang related activity in Accomack County.
Source: WBOC 16 News Date: May 08, 2008
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California
Prosecutor: Bird Rock Bandits showed 'pattern of gang activity' (San Diego, CA): Five men accused of fatally beating a professional surfer in La Jolla last year are members of a group that attacked and threatened people in the area over the past three years, a prosecutor said Wednesday.
Prosecutor: Bird Rock Bandits showed 'pattern of gang activity' (San Diego, CA): Five men accused of fatally beating a professional surfer in La Jolla last year are members of a group that attacked and threatened people in the area over the past three years, a prosecutor said Wednesday.
Source: The San Diego Union-Tribune Date: May 07, 2008
http://www.signonsandiego.com/...
Massachusetts
Pittsfield residents are taking action on graffiti (Pittsfield, MA): Taking a no-tolerance line against "thug culture," a West Side leader says his Pittsfield community will be on the lookout for gang-related activity after a neighborhood park was targeted by graffiti writers.
Pittsfield residents are taking action on graffiti (Pittsfield, MA): Taking a no-tolerance line against "thug culture," a West Side leader says his Pittsfield community will be on the lookout for gang-related activity after a neighborhood park was targeted by graffiti writers.
Source: The Berkshire Eagle Date: May 07, 2008
http://www.berkshireeagle.com/...
Virginia
Police recover weapons from home of teen accused of killing pizza deliverer (Portsmouth, VA): Police recovered five weapons, including a sawed-off shotgun and an assault rifle, from the Cavalier Manor home of a teenager charged last week with the murder of a pizza deliveryman.
Police recover weapons from home of teen accused of killing pizza deliverer (Portsmouth, VA): Police recovered five weapons, including a sawed-off shotgun and an assault rifle, from the Cavalier Manor home of a teenager charged last week with the murder of a pizza deliveryman.
Source: The Virginian-Pilot Date: May 07, 2008
http://hamptonroads.com/...
California
Officials argue in favor of gang ban (Sylmar, CA): Los Angeles prosecutors and police told hundreds of Sylmar and San Fernando residents Wednesday that an injunction limiting gang movements is needed to stamp out a violent San Fernando Valley gang, despite fears that the measure would criminalize their communities and cause home values to plummet.
Officials argue in favor of gang ban (Sylmar, CA): Los Angeles prosecutors and police told hundreds of Sylmar and San Fernando residents Wednesday that an injunction limiting gang movements is needed to stamp out a violent San Fernando Valley gang, despite fears that the measure would criminalize their communities and cause home values to plummet.
Source: The Daily News of Los Angeles Date: May 07, 2008
http://www.dailynews.com/...
Pennsylvania
Allentown seeks help to cut gang activity (Allentown, PA): Allentown officials are seeking members from churches and other organizations interested in starting gang intervention programs.
Allentown seeks help to cut gang activity (Allentown, PA): Allentown officials are seeking members from churches and other organizations interested in starting gang intervention programs.
Source: The Morning Call Date: May 07, 2008
http://www.mcall.com/...
California
Two men found guilty in graffiti shooting (Modesto, CA): A fight that broke out over gang graffiti, then escalated into a war of words and ended in a shooting, will send two Modesto men to prison, probably for life.
Two men found guilty in graffiti shooting (Modesto, CA): A fight that broke out over gang graffiti, then escalated into a war of words and ended in a shooting, will send two Modesto men to prison, probably for life.
Source: The Modesto Bee Date: May 07, 2008
http://www.modbee.com/...
Illinois
Gangs' criminal networks extend into suburbs (Chicago, IL): Much of the deadly violence on Chicago's streets is tied to gangs. CBS 2's Dana Kozlov reports their criminal networks now extend beyond the city as the FBI focuses more of it resources on rounding them up.
Gangs' criminal networks extend into suburbs (Chicago, IL): Much of the deadly violence on Chicago's streets is tied to gangs. CBS 2's Dana Kozlov reports their criminal networks now extend beyond the city as the FBI focuses more of it resources on rounding them up.
Source: CBS2 Chicago Date: May 07, 2008
http://cbs2chicago.com/...
Ohio
Gang sweep leads to about a dozen arrests (Dayton, OH): Police detectives for the past month have been rounding up suspected gang members in targeted neighborhoods in an effort to curb organized criminal activity.
Gang sweep leads to about a dozen arrests (Dayton, OH): Police detectives for the past month have been rounding up suspected gang members in targeted neighborhoods in an effort to curb organized criminal activity.
Source: Dayton Daily News Date: May 06, 2008
http://www.daytondailynews.com/...
South Carolina
Two charged in alleged gang shooting (Columbia, SC): A 20-year-old man and a 14-year-old boy have been arrested by Richland County deputies in connection with a gang-related shooting in the Greenview community, authorities say.
Two charged in alleged gang shooting (Columbia, SC): A 20-year-old man and a 14-year-old boy have been arrested by Richland County deputies in connection with a gang-related shooting in the Greenview community, authorities say.
Source: The State Date: May 06, 2008
http://www.thestate.com/...
Minnesota
Gang-related shootings rattle neighbors in peaceful area (St. Paul, MN): When two teenagers were shot in a usually quiet St. Paul neighborhood on Saturday night, the frantic victims tried to hide and residents came to their aid.
Gang-related shootings rattle neighbors in peaceful area (St. Paul, MN): When two teenagers were shot in a usually quiet St. Paul neighborhood on Saturday night, the frantic victims tried to hide and residents came to their aid.
Source: The Pioneer Press Date: May 06, 2008
http://www.twincities.com/...
Rhode Island
Three charged in weekend attack of street worker (Providence, RI): Three Massachusetts men with ties to the Original Bloods street gang were charged with felony assault yesterday in the vicious weekend attack on a street worker for the Institute for the Study and Practice of Nonviolence.
Three charged in weekend attack of street worker (Providence, RI): Three Massachusetts men with ties to the Original Bloods street gang were charged with felony assault yesterday in the vicious weekend attack on a street worker for the Institute for the Study and Practice of Nonviolence.
Source: The Providence Journal Date: May 06, 2008
http://www.projo.com/...
Texas
Gangs help drive crime in Lubbock (Lubbock, TX): You may never come face to face with a gang member, but gangs are showing their faces in Lubbock homes, driveways and parking lots.
Gangs help drive crime in Lubbock (Lubbock, TX): You may never come face to face with a gang member, but gangs are showing their faces in Lubbock homes, driveways and parking lots.
Source: KCBD NewsChannel 11 Date: May 06, 2008
http://www.kcbd.com/...
California
Leader's conviction seen as a blow to Black Mafia (Oxnard, CA): The murder conviction of John "Rocky" Lewis this month crushed the leadership of a violent and dangerous criminal street gang that began on the streets of Oxnard, prosecutors say.
Leader's conviction seen as a blow to Black Mafia (Oxnard, CA): The murder conviction of John "Rocky" Lewis this month crushed the leadership of a violent and dangerous criminal street gang that began on the streets of Oxnard, prosecutors say.
Source: Ventura County Star Date: May 06, 2008
http://www.venturacountystar.com/...
California
Norteño safe zone permanent (Visalia, CA): It took just about a minute Monday for a Tulare County Superior Court judge to order a permanent gang injunction barring accused Norteño gang members from gathering publicly or engaging in other activities in part of north Visalia.
Norteño safe zone permanent (Visalia, CA): It took just about a minute Monday for a Tulare County Superior Court judge to order a permanent gang injunction barring accused Norteño gang members from gathering publicly or engaging in other activities in part of north Visalia.
Source: Visalia Times-Delta Date: May 05, 2008
http://www.visaliatimesdelta.com/...
North Carolina
Gang bill faces obstacles (Charlotte, NC): State lawmakers say they have a new plan to curb gang-related crime, but questions remain about whether the legislation unfairly targets some groups and whether it will be effective.
Gang bill faces obstacles (Charlotte, NC): State lawmakers say they have a new plan to curb gang-related crime, but questions remain about whether the legislation unfairly targets some groups and whether it will be effective.
Source: The Charlotte Observer Date: May 05, 2008
http://www.charlotte.com/...
Utah
Shooting called gang-related (Ogden, UT): Ogden police say a drive-by shooting late Friday that left an 18-year-old man in serious condition was gang-related.
Shooting called gang-related (Ogden, UT): Ogden police say a drive-by shooting late Friday that left an 18-year-old man in serious condition was gang-related.
Source: The Salt Lake Tribune Date: May 04, 2008
http://www.sltrib.com/...
California
Gang cops sweeping the streets for info (Modesto, CA): About 20 police cars with flashing red and blue lights clogged Bystrum Road, a narrow street just east of South Ninth Street and Highway 99 in a tough, unincorporated area between Ceres and Modesto.
Gang cops sweeping the streets for info (Modesto, CA): About 20 police cars with flashing red and blue lights clogged Bystrum Road, a narrow street just east of South Ninth Street and Highway 99 in a tough, unincorporated area between Ceres and Modesto.
Source: The Modesto Bee Date: May 04, 2008
http://www.modbee.com/...
California
Two gang members held in killing (Redlands, CA): A 48-year-old man is dead and two gang members are in custody following a shooting in a park Saturday afternoon.
Two gang members held in killing (Redlands, CA): A 48-year-old man is dead and two gang members are in custody following a shooting in a park Saturday afternoon.
Source: The Sun Date: May 04, 2008
http://www.sbsun.com/...
Arizona
Two dead, five wounded in gang-related shooting (Phoenix, AZ): A shootout left two teenagers dead, several wounded and bullets strewn over a 2-mile stretch of south Phoenix early Saturday morning.
Two dead, five wounded in gang-related shooting (Phoenix, AZ): A shootout left two teenagers dead, several wounded and bullets strewn over a 2-mile stretch of south Phoenix early Saturday morning.
Source: The Arizona Republic Date: May 04, 2008
http://www.azcentral.com/...
California
Case challenges typical notion of gangs (San Diego, CA): Ask authorities to name local neighborhoods plagued by gang violence, and chances are La Jolla won't make the list.
Case challenges typical notion of gangs (San Diego, CA): Ask authorities to name local neighborhoods plagued by gang violence, and chances are La Jolla won't make the list.
Source: The San Diego Union-Tribune Date: May 04, 2008
http://www.signonsandiego.com/...
Texas
Gang intervention summit tries to break a vicious cycle (Arlington, TX): Sharon Richardson said she believes that reading the toe tags on teenagers at the morgue soured her 14-year-old son on gang life. During their visits, there were youths ages 17, 14 and 13 who were dead from gunshot wounds, Richardson said.
Gang intervention summit tries to break a vicious cycle (Arlington, TX): Sharon Richardson said she believes that reading the toe tags on teenagers at the morgue soured her 14-year-old son on gang life. During their visits, there were youths ages 17, 14 and 13 who were dead from gunshot wounds, Richardson said.
Source: Fort Worth Star-Telegram Date: May 04, 2008
http://www.star-telegram.com/...
California
Turlock plots anti-gang fight (Turlock, CA): Last weekend a suspected Sureño gang member walking down South Soderquist Road was shot in the belly with a .45-caliber handgun.
Turlock plots anti-gang fight (Turlock, CA): Last weekend a suspected Sureño gang member walking down South Soderquist Road was shot in the belly with a .45-caliber handgun.
Source: The Modesto Bee Date: May 03, 2008
http://www.modbee.com/...
Virginia
Kaine signs bill to punish restaurants that harbor gangs (Richmond, VA): Virginia Gov. Timothy M. Kaine (D) signed into law Friday a bill designed to crack down on bars and restaurants that promote gang activity in a state that has some of the toughest anti-gang laws in the nation.
Kaine signs bill to punish restaurants that harbor gangs (Richmond, VA): Virginia Gov. Timothy M. Kaine (D) signed into law Friday a bill designed to crack down on bars and restaurants that promote gang activity in a state that has some of the toughest anti-gang laws in the nation.
Source: The Washington Post Date: May 03, 2008
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California
Teen stabbed near Thornton Avenue in Fremont (Fremont, CA): Three gang members were arrested Saturday after a teen was stabbed in the Centerville neighborhood, police said.
Teen stabbed near Thornton Avenue in Fremont (Fremont, CA): Three gang members were arrested Saturday after a teen was stabbed in the Centerville neighborhood, police said.
Source: Inside Bay Area Date: May 03, 2008
http://www.insidebayarea.com/...
California
Measure targets Net gang threats (Salinas, CA): As more Salinas-area teens find themselves targeted in threatening online videos, a resolution pending in the California Legislature would join a growing campaign urging social networking Web sites to crack down on violent postings.
Measure targets Net gang threats (Salinas, CA): As more Salinas-area teens find themselves targeted in threatening online videos, a resolution pending in the California Legislature would join a growing campaign urging social networking Web sites to crack down on violent postings.
Source: The Californian Date: May 03, 2008
http://www.thecalifornian.com/...
Illinois
Waukegan teen charged as adult in fatal shooting outside home (Arlington Heights, IL): A Waukegan teenager was charged as an adult Friday with first-degree murder in the fatal shooting of a rival gang member last week, authorities said.
Waukegan teen charged as adult in fatal shooting outside home (Arlington Heights, IL): A Waukegan teenager was charged as an adult Friday with first-degree murder in the fatal shooting of a rival gang member last week, authorities said.
Source: Chicago Tribune Date: May 03, 2008
http://www.chicagotribune.com/...
Georgia
Macon police building database of suspected gang members (Macon, GA): Macon police are building a database of suspected gang members in hopes of getting a better picture of gangs across the city and taking violence off the streets.
Macon police building database of suspected gang members (Macon, GA): Macon police are building a database of suspected gang members in hopes of getting a better picture of gangs across the city and taking violence off the streets.
Source: The Telegraph Date: May 03, 2008
http://www.macon.com/...
Florida
Law enforcement praises anti-gang bill (Manatee County, FL): That's the message lawmakers sent gang members after the Legislature this week unanimously passed a bill aimed at getting tougher on gangs.
Law enforcement praises anti-gang bill (Manatee County, FL): That's the message lawmakers sent gang members after the Legislature this week unanimously passed a bill aimed at getting tougher on gangs.
Source: Bradenton Herald Date: May 03, 2008
http://www.bradenton.com/...
Florida
Florida lawmakers aim to eliminate gangs (Orlando, FL): State lawmakers are taking a bite out of gangs by imposing harsher sentences, including life in prison for gang members; felony charges for communicating over the Internet and preventing gang members from bailing out and threatening witnesses.
Florida lawmakers aim to eliminate gangs (Orlando, FL): State lawmakers are taking a bite out of gangs by imposing harsher sentences, including life in prison for gang members; felony charges for communicating over the Internet and preventing gang members from bailing out and threatening witnesses.
Source: The Orlando Sentinel Date: May 03, 2008
http://www.orlandosentinel.com/...
Massachusetts
Anti-gang program gets $2M boost (Boston, MA): An anti-gang and youth-violence prevention program popular with local police got a boost from House lawmakers yesterday who voted to increase funding for the Charles Shannon grants by $2 million, still short of what Gov. Deval Patrick had hoped to add to the program.
Anti-gang program gets $2M boost (Boston, MA): An anti-gang and youth-violence prevention program popular with local police got a boost from House lawmakers yesterday who voted to increase funding for the Charles Shannon grants by $2 million, still short of what Gov. Deval Patrick had hoped to add to the program.
Source: Lowell Sun Date: May 02, 2008
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Texas
Police: Girl stabbed for not joining gang (Corpus Christi, TX): A 17-year-old girl was stabbed Thursday night after an altercation with a gang member, according to Corpus Christi police.
Police: Girl stabbed for not joining gang (Corpus Christi, TX): A 17-year-old girl was stabbed Thursday night after an altercation with a gang member, according to Corpus Christi police.
Source: The Caller-Times Date: May 02, 2008
http://www.caller.com/...
California
Police: Gang seeking rivals settles for passer-by (San Pablo, CA): Frustrated that they could find no rival Nortenos to kill, a group of Sureno gang members instead settled on shooting a 37-year-old man walking home from a party, San Pablo police said Thursday.
Police: Gang seeking rivals settles for passer-by (San Pablo, CA): Frustrated that they could find no rival Nortenos to kill, a group of Sureno gang members instead settled on shooting a 37-year-old man walking home from a party, San Pablo police said Thursday.
Source: The Mercury News Date: May 01, 2008
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Texas
Arlington hopes grant money will curb gangs (Arlington, TX): The city is hoping a $1 million federal grant will help solve gang crime in a 7-square-mile swath in east Arlington.
Arlington hopes grant money will curb gangs (Arlington, TX): The city is hoping a $1 million federal grant will help solve gang crime in a 7-square-mile swath in east Arlington.
Source: Fort Worth Star-Telegram Date: May 01, 2008
http://www.star-telegram.com/...
California
Gang peace years off (Salinas, CA): California's anti-gang czar brought a grim message to Salinas city leaders Tuesday. Despite their best strategies to end gang violence in the city, Paul Seave warned during a three-hour meeting with officials, it could take anywhere from three to 12 years before Salinas sees results.
Gang peace years off (Salinas, CA): California's anti-gang czar brought a grim message to Salinas city leaders Tuesday. Despite their best strategies to end gang violence in the city, Paul Seave warned during a three-hour meeting with officials, it could take anywhere from three to 12 years before Salinas sees results.
Source: The Californian Date: April 30, 2008
http://thecalifornian.com/...
Louisiana
Suspected gang members arrested in two incidents (Ouachita Parish, LA): A victim of a gang-related shooting has been accused of stealing guns while another suspected gang member is jailed on burglary and assault charges.
Suspected gang members arrested in two incidents (Ouachita Parish, LA): A victim of a gang-related shooting has been accused of stealing guns while another suspected gang member is jailed on burglary and assault charges.
Source: The News-Star Date: April 30, 2008
http://www.thenewsstar.com/...
Maryland
Man slain Friday was found near gang graffiti (Prince George's County, MD): A 28-year-old man who was killed Friday in the Langley Park area was shot execution-style against a wall bearing graffiti markings of Mara Salvatrucha, or MS-13, said his family and two Prince George's County police sources.
Man slain Friday was found near gang graffiti (Prince George's County, MD): A 28-year-old man who was killed Friday in the Langley Park area was shot execution-style against a wall bearing graffiti markings of Mara Salvatrucha, or MS-13, said his family and two Prince George's County police sources.
Source: The Washington Post Date: April 30, 2008
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Colorado
Aurora zeros in on gang crime count (Aurora, CO): Gangs committed just 2.64 percent of major crime here last year, but it was violent: Four of the city's 14 murders and more than half of the nonfatal shootings were gang-related.
Aurora zeros in on gang crime count (Aurora, CO): Gangs committed just 2.64 percent of major crime here last year, but it was violent: Four of the city's 14 murders and more than half of the nonfatal shootings were gang-related.
Source: Rocky Mountain News Date: April 30, 2008
http://www.rockymountainnews.com/...
Illinois
Three bodies found in Chicago home in gang-plagued neighborhood (Chicago, IL): Police found three people shot to death Wednesday inside a home in a gang-plagued neighborhood, the latest gun killings in a spate of violence that has torn through the city.
Three bodies found in Chicago home in gang-plagued neighborhood (Chicago, IL): Police found three people shot to death Wednesday inside a home in a gang-plagued neighborhood, the latest gun killings in a spate of violence that has torn through the city.
Source: The Associated Press Date: April 30, 2008
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North Carolina
Greensboro police moving on Asian gang violence (Greensboro, NC): Police and city officials met with leaders from the Montagnard community Tuesday to lay the framework for a plan they hope will eliminate gang violence among the city's Asian population.
Greensboro police moving on Asian gang violence (Greensboro, NC): Police and city officials met with leaders from the Montagnard community Tuesday to lay the framework for a plan they hope will eliminate gang violence among the city's Asian population.
Source: News & Record Date: April 30, 2008
http://www.news-record.com/...
District of Columbia
D.C. anti-gang effort: Call them 'crews' (Washington, DC): When is a gang not a gang? When it's based in the District. D.C. officials insist on describing groups of young males as "crews," rather than gangs, even when they are held responsible for violent acts such as the wave of killings in the city last weekend.
D.C. anti-gang effort: Call them 'crews' (Washington, DC): When is a gang not a gang? When it's based in the District. D.C. officials insist on describing groups of young males as "crews," rather than gangs, even when they are held responsible for violent acts such as the wave of killings in the city last weekend.
Source: The Washington Times Date: April 30, 2008
http://www.washingtontimes.com/...
California
Eight arrested after gang killings of two in Victorville (Victorville, CA): The gang killing of a man and teenager in a Victorville parking lot led to the arrest of eight people, all with gang affiliations.
Eight arrested after gang killings of two in Victorville (Victorville, CA): The gang killing of a man and teenager in a Victorville parking lot led to the arrest of eight people, all with gang affiliations.
Source: The San Francisco Chronicle Date: April 29, 2008
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District of Columbia
Senators want Chicago in anti-gang effort (Washington, DC): Both of Illinois' senators want to meet with U.S. Justice Department officials to talk about including the Chicago area in the department's Comprehensive Anti-Gang initiative.
Senators want Chicago in anti-gang effort (Washington, DC): Both of Illinois' senators want to meet with U.S. Justice Department officials to talk about including the Chicago area in the department's Comprehensive Anti-Gang initiative.
Source: ABC 7 Chicago Date: April 29, 2008
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Pennsylvania
Schools scouted for gang activity (Pittsburgh, PA): Three recent student fights that injured teachers and resulted in arrests prompted the Allegheny County district attorney on Monday to assign detectives to Woodland Hills School District to determine whether gangs are responsible.
Schools scouted for gang activity (Pittsburgh, PA): Three recent student fights that injured teachers and resulted in arrests prompted the Allegheny County district attorney on Monday to assign detectives to Woodland Hills School District to determine whether gangs are responsible.
Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review Date: April 29, 2008
http://www.pittsburghlive.com/...
California
Bullet wounds man in house (Salinas, CA): Another shooting in Salinas left a man in his 40s injured Monday night. Police responded to a report of a shooting about 8:30 p.m. on the 1100 block of East Laurel Drive, which left a man hospitalized after a bullet came through a wall of his home.
Bullet wounds man in house (Salinas, CA): Another shooting in Salinas left a man in his 40s injured Monday night. Police responded to a report of a shooting about 8:30 p.m. on the 1100 block of East Laurel Drive, which left a man hospitalized after a bullet came through a wall of his home.
Source: The Californian Date: April 29, 2008
http://www.thecalifornian.com/...
Pennsylvania
York City residents protest gang label with rally (York, PA): Law enforcement officials estimate there are almost three dozen gangs in York City, but not everyone believes it.
York City residents protest gang label with rally (York, PA): Law enforcement officials estimate there are almost three dozen gangs in York City, but not everyone believes it.
Source: The York Dispatch Date: April 29, 2008
http://yorkdispatch.inyork.com/...
New York
Violent gang busted up in Buffalo (Buffalo, NY): A violent gang from hundreds of miles away has been busted up in Buffalo. The FBI and numerous other local police agencies arrested several suspected members from "The Almighty King and Queen Nation Gang" during a city wide raid Tuesday.
Violent gang busted up in Buffalo (Buffalo, NY): A violent gang from hundreds of miles away has been busted up in Buffalo. The FBI and numerous other local police agencies arrested several suspected members from "The Almighty King and Queen Nation Gang" during a city wide raid Tuesday.
Source: WIVB News 4 Date: April 29, 2008
http://www.wivb.com/...
California
Modesto police stepping up their presence after gunfire (Modesto, CA): Modesto police are continuing to show up in force on city streets after two possibly gang-related shootings Friday that left a toddler hospitalized, a 14-year-old dead and another teenager wounded.
Modesto police stepping up their presence after gunfire (Modesto, CA): Modesto police are continuing to show up in force on city streets after two possibly gang-related shootings Friday that left a toddler hospitalized, a 14-year-old dead and another teenager wounded.
Source: The Modesto Bee Date: April 29, 2008
http://www.modbee.com/...
Massachusetts
Gang crew charged in shooting (Lynn, MA): Four suspected gang members were ordered held without bail Monday for allegedly taking part in a retaliation shooting on Pinkham Street over the weekend.
Gang crew charged in shooting (Lynn, MA): Four suspected gang members were ordered held without bail Monday for allegedly taking part in a retaliation shooting on Pinkham Street over the weekend.
Source: The Daily Item Date: April 28, 2008
http://www.thedailyitemoflynn.com/...
Colorado
Two arrested following a possibly gang-related stabbing Sunday night (Fort Collins, CO): Two men are in custody following a stabbing Sunday night near the King Soopers at 1015 S. Taft Hill Road in Fort Collins, police said. The incident may have been gang related, police said.
Two arrested following a possibly gang-related stabbing Sunday night (Fort Collins, CO): Two men are in custody following a stabbing Sunday night near the King Soopers at 1015 S. Taft Hill Road in Fort Collins, police said. The incident may have been gang related, police said.
Source: The Colorodoan Date: April 28, 2008
http://www.coloradoan.com/...
California
Judge grants permanent injunction against South Side Kings gang (Tulare County, CA): A Tulare County Superior Court judge has granted a permanent injunction against the South Side Kings gang, prohibiting members from congregating in public and conducting numerous other activities in Ivanhoe.
Judge grants permanent injunction against South Side Kings gang (Tulare County, CA): A Tulare County Superior Court judge has granted a permanent injunction against the South Side Kings gang, prohibiting members from congregating in public and conducting numerous other activities in Ivanhoe.
Source: Visalia Times-Delta Date: April 28, 2008
http://www.visaliatimesdelta.com/...
Oregon
Portland school decision raises eyebrows (Portland, OR): One Portland school is telling some students: shave your eyebrows or go home. Several students at Centennial High School have picked up on a trend to shave lines into their eyebrows.
Portland school decision raises eyebrows (Portland, OR): One Portland school is telling some students: shave your eyebrows or go home. Several students at Centennial High School have picked up on a trend to shave lines into their eyebrows.
Source: The Oregonian Date: April 28, 2008
http://www.oregonlive.com/...
California
City reacts with sorrow, alarm at child's shooting and teen's death (Modesto, CA): News of two shootings in west Modesto that left a 14-year-old dead and a 22-month old in critical condition hit Dave Lopez hard.
City reacts with sorrow, alarm at child's shooting and teen's death (Modesto, CA): News of two shootings in west Modesto that left a 14-year-old dead and a 22-month old in critical condition hit Dave Lopez hard.
Source: The Modesto Bee Date: April 27, 2008
http://www.modbee.com/...
Louisiana
Officials form gang task force (Monroe, LA): Pictures on the Internet tell a tale woven with guns, mug shots and violence. Teenagers as young as 14 brandish firearms in pictures posted on MySpace and use expletives to talk about their "rivals" in other neighborhoods.
Officials form gang task force (Monroe, LA): Pictures on the Internet tell a tale woven with guns, mug shots and violence. Teenagers as young as 14 brandish firearms in pictures posted on MySpace and use expletives to talk about their "rivals" in other neighborhoods.
Source: The News-Star Date: April 27, 2008
http://www.thenewsstar.com/...
California
Anti-gang injunction evokes mixed feelings (Los Angeles, CA): Alicia De La Cruz hears the words city and county prosecutors use to describe her and her Sylmar neighbors and is left puzzled.
Anti-gang injunction evokes mixed feelings (Los Angeles, CA): Alicia De La Cruz hears the words city and county prosecutors use to describe her and her Sylmar neighbors and is left puzzled.
Source: Whittier Daily News Date: April 27, 2008
http://www.whittierdailynews.com/...
Virginia
13-year-old charged with being street gang member (Hampton, VA): A 13-year-old from Hampton has been charged with being a member of the street gang the Bloods.
13-year-old charged with being street gang member (Hampton, VA): A 13-year-old from Hampton has been charged with being a member of the street gang the Bloods.
Source: Daily Press Date: April 26, 2008
http://www.dailypress.com/...
Illinois
Cops to get rifles to compete with gangs (Chicago, IL): Chicago Police officers will soon be equipped with M4 carbines to match the firepower of the street gangs they're up against, under a policy change in the works to stop the bloodshed on the city's streets.
Cops to get rifles to compete with gangs (Chicago, IL): Chicago Police officers will soon be equipped with M4 carbines to match the firepower of the street gangs they're up against, under a policy change in the works to stop the bloodshed on the city's streets.
Source: Chicago Sun-Times Date: April 26, 2008
http://www.suntimes.com/...
Connecticut
Manchester high assault may have been gang-related (Manchester, CT): The condition of a Manchester High School student severely injured in an assault in school improved Friday as police investigated the possibility that the clash between students was gang-related.
Manchester high assault may have been gang-related (Manchester, CT): The condition of a Manchester High School student severely injured in an assault in school improved Friday as police investigated the possibility that the clash between students was gang-related.
Source: The Hartford Courant Date: April 26, 2008
http://www.courant.com/...
California
Tagging crew raising havoc (Baldwin Park, CA): The slaying of a man and his son near their Downing Avenue home in November led authorities to take a tougher stance on a local tagging crew.
Tagging crew raising havoc (Baldwin Park, CA): The slaying of a man and his son near their Downing Avenue home in November led authorities to take a tougher stance on a local tagging crew.
Source: San Gabriel Valley Tribune Date: April 25, 2008
http://www.sgvtribune.com/...
Indiana
Graffiti ordinance showing results (Lafayette, IN): For about a year, Lafayette resident Mike Koning has traveled the city, seeking out graffiti and then painting over it. But he has had a lot less to do in the past couple of months.
Graffiti ordinance showing results (Lafayette, IN): For about a year, Lafayette resident Mike Koning has traveled the city, seeking out graffiti and then painting over it. But he has had a lot less to do in the past couple of months.
Source: Journal & Courier Date: April 25, 2008
http://www.jconline.com/...
Florida
Four Orange County SWAT teams arrest 33 in drug bust (Orange County, FL): Apopka-area drug users might find cocaine a little harder to come by after the arrests of suspected dealers.
Four Orange County SWAT teams arrest 33 in drug bust (Orange County, FL): Apopka-area drug users might find cocaine a little harder to come by after the arrests of suspected dealers.
Source: The Orlando Sentinel Date: April 25, 2008
http://www.orlandosentinel.com/...
Florida
Police to revise informant policy after gang charges dropped (Tampa, FL): The Tampa Police Department has proposed substantially changing the way it handles confidential informants after one informant's actions unraveled a high-profile prosecution of the Latin Kings street gang.
Police to revise informant policy after gang charges dropped (Tampa, FL): The Tampa Police Department has proposed substantially changing the way it handles confidential informants after one informant's actions unraveled a high-profile prosecution of the Latin Kings street gang.
Source: The Tampa Tribune Date: April 25, 2008
http://www2.tbo.com/...
New York
Yonkers police reject rumors of gang gathering at abandoned power plant (Yonkers, NY): Police are denying statements that an abandoned electric plant by the Hudson River attracted 300 gang members recently for initiation beatings and sex.
Yonkers police reject rumors of gang gathering at abandoned power plant (Yonkers, NY): Police are denying statements that an abandoned electric plant by the Hudson River attracted 300 gang members recently for initiation beatings and sex.
Source: The Journal News Date: April 25, 2008
http://www.lohud.com/...
California
Four arrests in Cambodian New Year gang shooting that left father dead (Modesto, CA): A surge of tips from Modesto's Cambodian commu-nity helped a law enforcement task force find and arrest four people suspected in the shooting death of a 48-year-old Long Beach man who was hit by stray gangland gunfire last week.
Four arrests in Cambodian New Year gang shooting that left father dead (Modesto, CA): A surge of tips from Modesto's Cambodian commu-nity helped a law enforcement task force find and arrest four people suspected in the shooting death of a 48-year-old Long Beach man who was hit by stray gangland gunfire last week.
Source: The Modesto Bee Date: April 24, 2008
http://www.modbee.com/...
California
Anti-gang initiative heads for ballot (Fresno, CA): A group of local supporters of an anti-gang initiative said Thursday that nearly 800,000 signatures have been collected statewide to place the measure on the November election ballot.
Anti-gang initiative heads for ballot (Fresno, CA): A group of local supporters of an anti-gang initiative said Thursday that nearly 800,000 signatures have been collected statewide to place the measure on the November election ballot.
Source: Fresno Bee Date: April 24, 2008
http://www.fresnobee.com/...
California
Gang ‘sweep’ brings multiple agencies to town (Fallbrook, CA): Members of Fallbrook’s only documented street gang, the Varrio Fallbrook Lobos (VFL), were caught off-guard Friday, April 11, when a surprise operation involving multiple law enforcement agencies took place here.
Gang ‘sweep’ brings multiple agencies to town (Fallbrook, CA): Members of Fallbrook’s only documented street gang, the Varrio Fallbrook Lobos (VFL), were caught off-guard Friday, April 11, when a surprise operation involving multiple law enforcement agencies took place here.
Source: The Fallbrook Village News Date: April 24, 2008
http://www.thevillagenews.com/...
Texas
'Young Guns' are growing threat in two violent street gangs (Port Arthur, TX): They're young, armed and dangerous, and Port Arthur Police say the people in two gangs are the city's most violent because they equate guns with power and are always looking to expand their arsenal.
'Young Guns' are growing threat in two violent street gangs (Port Arthur, TX): They're young, armed and dangerous, and Port Arthur Police say the people in two gangs are the city's most violent because they equate guns with power and are always looking to expand their arsenal.
Source: KFDM 6 News Date: April 24, 2008
http://www.kfdm.com/...
New Jersey
Police say gang member, two others attack three Princeton students (Princeton, NJ): Police say a member of the Bloods street gang and two others beat three Princeton University students at a party on the Ivy League campus.
Police say gang member, two others attack three Princeton students (Princeton, NJ): Police say a member of the Bloods street gang and two others beat three Princeton University students at a party on the Ivy League campus.
Source: Newsday Date: April 23, 2008
http://www.newsday.com/...
Florida
Ex-producer of 'Gangstas' calls anti-gang bill unfair (Tallahassee, FL): The former producer of the popular Gangstas-N-Thugs series says new anti-gang legislation could unfairly target videos that are not connected with gangs.
Ex-producer of 'Gangstas' calls anti-gang bill unfair (Tallahassee, FL): The former producer of the popular Gangstas-N-Thugs series says new anti-gang legislation could unfairly target videos that are not connected with gangs.
Source: Palm Beach Post Date: April 23, 2008
http://www.palmbeachpost.com/...
Florida
Youth centers win good reviews (West Palm Beach, FL): A surge in youth gun and gang violence from 2000 to 2004 led Palm Beach County commissioners to set aside $2 million to build five youth centers as part of a countywide prevention effort.
Youth centers win good reviews (West Palm Beach, FL): A surge in youth gun and gang violence from 2000 to 2004 led Palm Beach County commissioners to set aside $2 million to build five youth centers as part of a countywide prevention effort.
Source: Palm Beach Post Date: April 23, 2008
http://www.palmbeachpost.com/...
Massachusetts
Bill bars gangs from 'safety zones' (Boston, MA): Gang members seen talking to one another or standing together on public property could be fined or jailed under a new bill being pushed in the Legislature and supported by some prosecutors and Boston police.
Bill bars gangs from 'safety zones' (Boston, MA): Gang members seen talking to one another or standing together on public property could be fined or jailed under a new bill being pushed in the Legislature and supported by some prosecutors and Boston police.
Source: The Boston Globe Date: April 23, 2008
http://www.boston.com/...
California
Graffiti may be in response to Orland fatal shooting (Orland, CA): Police said graffiti found in two very public places Tuesday morning is gang-related, and may be in response to the fatal shooting of a Sacramento man in Orland Monday morning.
Graffiti may be in response to Orland fatal shooting (Orland, CA): Police said graffiti found in two very public places Tuesday morning is gang-related, and may be in response to the fatal shooting of a Sacramento man in Orland Monday morning.
Source: Enterprise-Record Date: April 23, 2008
http://www.chicoer.com/...
Illinois
Man killed, teen wounded in gang-related attacks on West Side (Chicago, IL): A man was killed and a teenager critically wounded late Tuesday in separate gang-related shootings on Chicago's West Side, police said.
Man killed, teen wounded in gang-related attacks on West Side (Chicago, IL): A man was killed and a teenager critically wounded late Tuesday in separate gang-related shootings on Chicago's West Side, police said.
Source: Chicago Tribune Date: April 23, 2008
http://www.chicagotribune.com/...
Florida
Anti-gangs bill may yet draw ACLU action (Tallahassee, FL): Bipartisan anti-gang legislation is cruising through the legislature with virtually no opposition, even from civil liberties groups.
Anti-gangs bill may yet draw ACLU action (Tallahassee, FL): Bipartisan anti-gang legislation is cruising through the legislature with virtually no opposition, even from civil liberties groups.
Source: Palm Beach Post Date: April 23, 2008
http://www.palmbeachpost.com/...
Illinois
SWAT will go on patrol (Chicago, IL): A spike in Chicago shootings that made national news over the weekend was caused in part by a gang war that flared on the South Side, police said.
SWAT will go on patrol (Chicago, IL): A spike in Chicago shootings that made national news over the weekend was caused in part by a gang war that flared on the South Side, police said.
Source: Chicago Sun-Times Date: April 22, 2008
http://www.suntimes.com/...
California
GREAT anti-gang program will be widened (San Bernardino, CA): A new agreement between the county and city is set to expand an anti-gang education program here. County supervisors approved the two-year, $270,000 deal Tuesday.
GREAT anti-gang program will be widened (San Bernardino, CA): A new agreement between the county and city is set to expand an anti-gang education program here. County supervisors approved the two-year, $270,000 deal Tuesday.
Source: The Sun Date: April 22, 2008
http://www.sbsun.com/...
North Carolina
Drive-by shooting gang-related (Asheville, NC): A drive-by shooting that wounded a man at Lee Walker Heights Apartments likely had ties to gangs, police said Monday.
Drive-by shooting gang-related (Asheville, NC): A drive-by shooting that wounded a man at Lee Walker Heights Apartments likely had ties to gangs, police said Monday.
Source: Asheville Citizen-Times Date: April 22, 2008
http://www.citizen-times.com/...
Georgia
Gang arrests made in school brawl (Augusta, GA): Five students were led away in handcuffs from the Academy of Richmond County on Monday, charged with gang activity during an April 3 disturbance involving hundreds of students.
Gang arrests made in school brawl (Augusta, GA): Five students were led away in handcuffs from the Academy of Richmond County on Monday, charged with gang activity during an April 3 disturbance involving hundreds of students.
Source: The Augusta Chronicle Date: April 22, 2008
http://chronicle.augusta.com/...
Rhode Island
Two teenagers wounded in ‘ongoing gang feud’ (Providence, RI): Two youths were wounded by gunfire in unrelated incidents in Smith Hill and Elmwood over the weekend, according to the police.
Two teenagers wounded in ‘ongoing gang feud’ (Providence, RI): Two youths were wounded by gunfire in unrelated incidents in Smith Hill and Elmwood over the weekend, according to the police.
Source: The Providence Journal Date: April 22, 2008
http://www.projo.com/...
Indiana
Concerted effort urged to deal with local gangs (Fort Wayne, IN): Not calling them gangs didn't make them go away. Before the Fort Wayne gang unit was formed in July, police typically referred to gangs as “cliques,” a term that conjures up images of the cool kids at high school more than a group of thugs terrorizing neighborhoods.
Concerted effort urged to deal with local gangs (Fort Wayne, IN): Not calling them gangs didn't make them go away. Before the Fort Wayne gang unit was formed in July, police typically referred to gangs as “cliques,” a term that conjures up images of the cool kids at high school more than a group of thugs terrorizing neighborhoods.
Source: The News-Sentinel Date: April 22, 2008
http://www.news-sentinel.com/...
Texas
Gang violence main topic at PIP meeting (Kingwood, TX): Glenn Smart, a sergeant with Houston Police Department's Gang Division, said violent gang activity in the Houston area is on the rise.
Gang violence main topic at PIP meeting (Kingwood, TX): Glenn Smart, a sergeant with Houston Police Department's Gang Division, said violent gang activity in the Houston area is on the rise.
Source: Houston Chronicle Date: April 22, 2008
http://www.chron.com/...
California
Drive-by shooting of girl, 15, in Watts gang-related, police say (Los Angeles, CA): A 15-year-old girl was hospitalized this morning after being shot in the chest in Watts in what authorities are calling a gang-related drive-by attack.
Drive-by shooting of girl, 15, in Watts gang-related, police say (Los Angeles, CA): A 15-year-old girl was hospitalized this morning after being shot in the chest in Watts in what authorities are calling a gang-related drive-by attack.
Source: Los Angeles Times Date: April 22, 2008
http://www.latimes.com/...
New Jersey
23 reputed Latin Kings members busted in Union County (Elizabeth, NJ): Authorities in Union County are announcing a major takedown of the Latin Kings street gang.
23 reputed Latin Kings members busted in Union County (Elizabeth, NJ): Authorities in Union County are announcing a major takedown of the Latin Kings street gang.
Source: Newsday Date: April 22, 2008
http://www.newsday.com/...
Texas
One injured in shooting on busy San Antonio street (San Antonio, TX): A carload of gang members armed with machine guns shot wildly at a vehicle on a busy street before the car they were chasing stopped and one of the occupants was shot several times in the head, authorities said.
One injured in shooting on busy San Antonio street (San Antonio, TX): A carload of gang members armed with machine guns shot wildly at a vehicle on a busy street before the car they were chasing stopped and one of the occupants was shot several times in the head, authorities said.
Source: Houston Chronicle Date: April 22, 2008
http://www.chron.com/...
California
Gang Task Force grows (Monterey County, CA): The Monterey County Gang Task Force has expanded to include a pair of officers hailing from Seaside and Soledad. The Monterey County Gang Task Force has expanded to include a pair of officers hailing from Seaside and Soledad.
Gang Task Force grows (Monterey County, CA): The Monterey County Gang Task Force has expanded to include a pair of officers hailing from Seaside and Soledad. The Monterey County Gang Task Force has expanded to include a pair of officers hailing from Seaside and Soledad.
Source: The Californian Date: April 21, 2008
http://www.thecalifornian.com/...
California
Ongoing fight to erase graffiti appears to be working (Merced County, CA): That unassuming wall or fence at the end of the block may be more than simply a decorative property divider. When it's covered with graffiti, it could be the barometer of that neighborhood's criminal street gang activity, the highly visible "newspaper" that gang members use to diss one another.
Ongoing fight to erase graffiti appears to be working (Merced County, CA): That unassuming wall or fence at the end of the block may be more than simply a decorative property divider. When it's covered with graffiti, it could be the barometer of that neighborhood's criminal street gang activity, the highly visible "newspaper" that gang members use to diss one another.
Source: Merced Sun-Star Date: April 21, 2008
http://www.mercedsunstar.com/...
California
16-year-old boy shot to death in Concord (Concord, CA): A teenage boy was shot and killed in a drive-by shooting in Concord that may have been gang-related, police said today.
16-year-old boy shot to death in Concord (Concord, CA): A teenage boy was shot and killed in a drive-by shooting in Concord that may have been gang-related, police said today.
Source: The San Francisco Chronicle Date: April 21, 2008
http://www.sfgate.com/...
California
Visalia gets gang program grant (Visalia, CA): City leaders will use a state grant to expand a program for ex-gang members and other mentors to steer youngsters clear of a life of crime.
Visalia gets gang program grant (Visalia, CA): City leaders will use a state grant to expand a program for ex-gang members and other mentors to steer youngsters clear of a life of crime.
Source: Fresno Bee Date: April 21, 2008
http://www.fresnobee.com/...
Illinois
Weekend of rage (Chicago, IL): In gang-related drive-bys, an attempted robbery and other flashes of violence, some 37 people were shot in Chicago over the weekend -- seven of them fatally.
Weekend of rage (Chicago, IL): In gang-related drive-bys, an attempted robbery and other flashes of violence, some 37 people were shot in Chicago over the weekend -- seven of them fatally.
Source: Chicago Sun-Times Date: April 21, 2008
http://www.suntimes.com/...
Washington
Spokane gang members turn to technology (Spokane, WA): Gang members here are increasingly using the Internet, cell phones and other technology to intimidate foes, take credit for crimes and recruit new members, police say.
Spokane gang members turn to technology (Spokane, WA): Gang members here are increasingly using the Internet, cell phones and other technology to intimidate foes, take credit for crimes and recruit new members, police say.
Source: The Seattle Times Date: April 21, 2008
http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/...
Massachusetts
Teens claim gang status online (Worcester, MA): Call them cyberposers. They are a group of school-age teens who don gang colors or wield what appears to be a weapon in pictures posted with their online profiles on popular social Web sites.
Teens claim gang status online (Worcester, MA): Call them cyberposers. They are a group of school-age teens who don gang colors or wield what appears to be a weapon in pictures posted with their online profiles on popular social Web sites.
Source: Worcester Telegram & Gazette Date: April 21, 2008
http://www.telegram.com/...
California
L.A. rethinking its anti-gang programs (Los Angeles, CA): Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa made a splash when he announced plans last week for ending L.A. Bridges, an anti-gang initiative under fire since the Riordan administration for failing to demonstrate clear results.
L.A. rethinking its anti-gang programs (Los Angeles, CA): Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa made a splash when he announced plans last week for ending L.A. Bridges, an anti-gang initiative under fire since the Riordan administration for failing to demonstrate clear results.
Source: Los Angeles Times Date: April 21, 2008
http://www.latimes.com/...
Nevada
Trouble from taggers: Creating work, not art (Las Vegas, NV): A gaggle of taggers line up along a graffiti-marred wall beneath a warehouse parking lot and prepare to paint. These teens, however, wield long-handled rollers and buckets of beige paint instead of spray cans.
Trouble from taggers: Creating work, not art (Las Vegas, NV): A gaggle of taggers line up along a graffiti-marred wall beneath a warehouse parking lot and prepare to paint. These teens, however, wield long-handled rollers and buckets of beige paint instead of spray cans.
Source: Las Vegas Review-Journal Date: April 21, 2008
http://www.lvrj.com/...
North Carolina
Checking out on gangs (Kannapolis, NC): Wearing a hooded sweatshirt backward so that it covered his eyes, a Kannapolis Middle School student stumbled as Officer Daniel Wallace ordered him around.
Checking out on gangs (Kannapolis, NC): Wearing a hooded sweatshirt backward so that it covered his eyes, a Kannapolis Middle School student stumbled as Officer Daniel Wallace ordered him around.
Source: The Charlotte Observer Date: April 20, 2008
http://www.charlotte.com/...
California
Police: Man dead, teen injured in gang shooting (Santa Ana, CA): A man died and a teenager is in the hospital after police said they were struck in an overnight gang-related shooting.
Police: Man dead, teen injured in gang shooting (Santa Ana, CA): A man died and a teenager is in the hospital after police said they were struck in an overnight gang-related shooting.
Source: The Orange County Register Date: April 20, 2008
http://www.ocregister.com/...
Virginia
Elizabeth City reports a disturbing surge in gunfire (Elizabeth City, VA): Police Lt. John Etheridge said a recent spike in reports of gunshots fired reflects a significant change in Elizabeth City.
Elizabeth City reports a disturbing surge in gunfire (Elizabeth City, VA): Police Lt. John Etheridge said a recent spike in reports of gunshots fired reflects a significant change in Elizabeth City.
Source: The Virginian-Pilot Date: April 20, 2008
http://hamptonroads.com/...
California
L.A. police union backs changes to policy on asking gang members about legal status (Los Angeles, CA): The union representing rank-and-file Los Angeles police officers Friday announced its support for a controversial campaign to make it easier for officers to question gang members about whether they are in the country legally.
L.A. police union backs changes to policy on asking gang members about legal status (Los Angeles, CA): The union representing rank-and-file Los Angeles police officers Friday announced its support for a controversial campaign to make it easier for officers to question gang members about whether they are in the country legally.
Source: Los Angeles Times Date: April 19, 2008
http://www.latimes.com/...
Florida
Graffiti arrests (Panama City Beach, FL): Two Bay County men are facing charges of felony criminal mischief and criminal street gang activity.
Graffiti arrests (Panama City Beach, FL): Two Bay County men are facing charges of felony criminal mischief and criminal street gang activity.
Source: WMBB News 13 Date: April 19, 2008
http://www.wmbb.com/...
California
Gang members take fight to open house (Merced, CA): Gang members set a new low for criminal behavior this week by taking their senseless conflict from the streets into the elementary school classroom, Merced police said.
Gang members take fight to open house (Merced, CA): Gang members set a new low for criminal behavior this week by taking their senseless conflict from the streets into the elementary school classroom, Merced police said.
Source: Merced Sun-Star Date: April 19, 2008
http://www.mercedsunstar.com/...
New York
Street gang blamed in Nyack fights (Nyack, NY): It was a gang-related incident at Nyack High School that set off brawls across downtown Wednesday, police and some students said yesterday.
Street gang blamed in Nyack fights (Nyack, NY): It was a gang-related incident at Nyack High School that set off brawls across downtown Wednesday, police and some students said yesterday.
Source: The Journal News Date: April 18, 2008
http://www.lohud.com/...
California
Gang population continues to rise (Victorville, CA): Despite officials saying they are making headway in combating the gang problem, the gang population in the High Desert continues to rise according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department.
Gang population continues to rise (Victorville, CA): Despite officials saying they are making headway in combating the gang problem, the gang population in the High Desert continues to rise according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department.
Source: Daily Press Date: April 18, 2008
http://www.vvdailypress.com/...
California
LA seeks injunction against street gang (Los Angeles, CA): Prosecutors are taking aim at a street gang they say has terrorized the San Fernando Valley.
LA seeks injunction against street gang (Los Angeles, CA): Prosecutors are taking aim at a street gang they say has terrorized the San Fernando Valley.
Source: The San Francisco Chronicle Date: April 18, 2008
http://www.sfgate.com/...
North Carolina
Gang fights linked to half of city's drive-by shootings (Greensboro, NC): Half of the recent drive-by shootings in Greensboro have been linked to a battle between two rival gangs, police said Thursday.
Gang fights linked to half of city's drive-by shootings (Greensboro, NC): Half of the recent drive-by shootings in Greensboro have been linked to a battle between two rival gangs, police said Thursday.
Source: News & Record Date: April 18, 2008
http://www.news-record.com/...
Illinois
Police arrest suspected gang members (Rockford, IL): Police have arrested three members of the Latin Kings, who they say kidnapped a man, beat him repeatedly and held him for ransom in the basement of a Rockford home.
Police arrest suspected gang members (Rockford, IL): Police have arrested three members of the Latin Kings, who they say kidnapped a man, beat him repeatedly and held him for ransom in the basement of a Rockford home.
Source: Rockford Register Star Date: April 18, 2008
http://www.rrstar.com/...
Alaska
Outside experts address Southcentral gang activity (Anchorage, AK): Gang signs, including graffiti, tattoos and hand gestures, can be seen all around the state.
Outside experts address Southcentral gang activity (Anchorage, AK): Gang signs, including graffiti, tattoos and hand gestures, can be seen all around the state.
Source: KTUU 2 News Date: April 18, 2008
http://www.ktuu.com/...
Washington
Street crime battle continues on (Yakima, WA): Yakima police say the recent seizure of 372 pounds of marijuana and more than $100,000 in cash shows how gangs are evolving, turning crime into more of a business than a pastime.
Street crime battle continues on (Yakima, WA): Yakima police say the recent seizure of 372 pounds of marijuana and more than $100,000 in cash shows how gangs are evolving, turning crime into more of a business than a pastime.
Source: Yakima Herald-Republic Date: April 18, 2008
http://www.yakima-herald.com/...
California
Gangs, crime threaten SB County's economy (Santa Barbara County, CA): Two of the driving forces in Santa Barbara County's economy - tourism and retirees - could be in jeopardy from rising violent crime and gang activity, according the executive director of the UCSB Economic Forecast Project.
Gangs, crime threaten SB County's economy (Santa Barbara County, CA): Two of the driving forces in Santa Barbara County's economy - tourism and retirees - could be in jeopardy from rising violent crime and gang activity, according the executive director of the UCSB Economic Forecast Project.
Source: Santa Maria Times Date: April 17, 2008
http://www.santamariatimes.com/...
Maryland
Firm policing, fearless gang members clash (Baltimore, MD): For months, police in the Southwestern District have focused on dangerous gangs, using aggressive tactics to engage suspected offenders displaying gang colors and signs.
Firm policing, fearless gang members clash (Baltimore, MD): For months, police in the Southwestern District have focused on dangerous gangs, using aggressive tactics to engage suspected offenders displaying gang colors and signs.
Source: The Baltimore Sun Date: April 17, 2008
http://www.baltimoresun.com/...
Arizona
TPD: Gang activity up; added officers to help (Tucson, AZ): Like many kids, 15-year-old Antonio Garcia was raised on the stories of his father. The tales stirred with conflict, drama and intrigue; there were hints of fame and emphasis on camaraderie.
TPD: Gang activity up; added officers to help (Tucson, AZ): Like many kids, 15-year-old Antonio Garcia was raised on the stories of his father. The tales stirred with conflict, drama and intrigue; there were hints of fame and emphasis on camaraderie.
Source: Tucson Citizen Date: April 17, 2008
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California
Overall crime down, gang crime on rise in S.D. (San Diego, CA): While overall crime in San Diego continues to drop, gang crime rose 19 percent in the first three months of the year when compared to the same period last year, according to the latest crime statistics released by the mayor's office Thursday.
Overall crime down, gang crime on rise in S.D. (San Diego, CA): While overall crime in San Diego continues to drop, gang crime rose 19 percent in the first three months of the year when compared to the same period last year, according to the latest crime statistics released by the mayor's office Thursday.
Source: The San Diego Union-Tribune Date: April 17, 2008
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Florida
State House passes bill to target gangs, but funding lacking (Tallahassee, FL): The Legislature is poised to approve anti-gangs legislation that would give police and prosecutors unprecedented powers to combat the spread of gang violence, which has taken root in pockets of South Florida.
State House passes bill to target gangs, but funding lacking (Tallahassee, FL): The Legislature is poised to approve anti-gangs legislation that would give police and prosecutors unprecedented powers to combat the spread of gang violence, which has taken root in pockets of South Florida.
Source: Sun-Sentinel Date: April 17, 2008
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Oklahoma
Federal grant to 'weed' out city gang activity (Oklahoma City, OK): The Oklahoma City Council on Tuesday awarded nearly $3.5 million in federal grant money to fight gangs, drugs and crime. But more than anything, the effort is about rebuilding ailing communities, Police Chief Bill Citty said.
Federal grant to 'weed' out city gang activity (Oklahoma City, OK): The Oklahoma City Council on Tuesday awarded nearly $3.5 million in federal grant money to fight gangs, drugs and crime. But more than anything, the effort is about rebuilding ailing communities, Police Chief Bill Citty said.
Source: The Oklahoman Date: April 16, 2008
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California
Anti-gang funding ignores South Bay (Los Angeles, CA): Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa on Tuesday announced a dramatic restructuring of the city's anti-gang programs, which will target more funding in fewer neighborhoods.
Anti-gang funding ignores South Bay (Los Angeles, CA): Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa on Tuesday announced a dramatic restructuring of the city's anti-gang programs, which will target more funding in fewer neighborhoods.
Source: The Daily Breeze Date: April 16, 2008
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Nebraska
Lex man arrested in what is being called a gang fight (Lexington, NE): A Lexington man was jailed Tuesday after a street fight between gang members. Police were called to a fight about 6:36 p.m. Tuesday in the 1600 block of North Erie Street, said Police Chief Charlie Clark.
Lex man arrested in what is being called a gang fight (Lexington, NE): A Lexington man was jailed Tuesday after a street fight between gang members. Police were called to a fight about 6:36 p.m. Tuesday in the 1600 block of North Erie Street, said Police Chief Charlie Clark.
Source: North Platte Telegraph Date: April 16, 2008
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North Carolina
Police form their own gang to take on gangs (Guilford County, NC) : Local authorities have teamed up with state and federal officials to form the Safe Streets Task Force. The announcement was made late Wednesday afternoon by several law enforcement agencies.
Police form their own gang to take on gangs (Guilford County, NC) : Local authorities have teamed up with state and federal officials to form the Safe Streets Task Force. The announcement was made late Wednesday afternoon by several law enforcement agencies.
Source: WGHP Fox8 News Date: April 16, 2008
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California
Teen suspect in gang shooting caught inside Watsonville clothing store (Watsonville, CA): An 18-year-old who was shot in a Monday gang altercation that led to the evacuation of the Ross Outlet Store on Main Street is expected to recover, and the suspected shooter is behind bars, according to police.
Teen suspect in gang shooting caught inside Watsonville clothing store (Watsonville, CA): An 18-year-old who was shot in a Monday gang altercation that led to the evacuation of the Ross Outlet Store on Main Street is expected to recover, and the suspected shooter is behind bars, according to police.
Source: The Mercury News Date: April 16, 2008
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California
Southside Chiques injunction upheld (Oxnard, CA): A court of appeal Monday upheld the gang injunction against the Southside Chiques, the second-largest criminal street gang in Oxnard.
Southside Chiques injunction upheld (Oxnard, CA): A court of appeal Monday upheld the gang injunction against the Southside Chiques, the second-largest criminal street gang in Oxnard.
Source: Ventura County Star Date: April 16, 2008
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Florida
BPD cracks down on gangs, arrests three (Bradenton, FL): Bradenton Police cracking down on gang activity arrested three confirmed gang members and numerous associates this weekend.
BPD cracks down on gangs, arrests three (Bradenton, FL): Bradenton Police cracking down on gang activity arrested three confirmed gang members and numerous associates this weekend.
Source: Bradenton Herald Date: April 16, 2008
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California
Deputies arrest three suspected graffiti vandals (Barstow, CA): Deputies arrested three suspected graffiti vandals believed to be responsible for at least $3,000 in property damages.
Deputies arrest three suspected graffiti vandals (Barstow, CA): Deputies arrested three suspected graffiti vandals believed to be responsible for at least $3,000 in property damages.
Source: Desert Dispatch Date: April 16, 2008
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Virginia
Police arrest two juveniles on gang charges (Harrisonburg, VA): Harrisonburg Police arrested two juveniles Friday and charged them with felony gang participation and misdemeanor property damage in connection with a string of gang-related graffiti "tagging" on businesses, homes and cars on or near East Market Street.
Police arrest two juveniles on gang charges (Harrisonburg, VA): Harrisonburg Police arrested two juveniles Friday and charged them with felony gang participation and misdemeanor property damage in connection with a string of gang-related graffiti "tagging" on businesses, homes and cars on or near East Market Street.
Source: The Daily News Record Date: April 15, 2008
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Georgia
Albany gang unit likely (Albany, GA): With a nearly full complement of officers and a proposed $14.9 million budget, the Albany Police Department needs only the addition of personnel dedicated to stopping gang activity, city officials said Monday.
Albany gang unit likely (Albany, GA): With a nearly full complement of officers and a proposed $14.9 million budget, the Albany Police Department needs only the addition of personnel dedicated to stopping gang activity, city officials said Monday.
Source: The Albany Herald Date: April 15, 2008
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California
LA mayor talks about anti-gang strategy in annual speech (Los Angeles, CA): Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa's annual speech to the City Council focused on gang violence and budget woes for the second consecutive year.
LA mayor talks about anti-gang strategy in annual speech (Los Angeles, CA): Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa's annual speech to the City Council focused on gang violence and budget woes for the second consecutive year.
Source: The Mercury News Date: April 15, 2008
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North Carolina
Anti-gang initiative gets a big boost (Greensboro, NC): A city gang intervention initiative will get a big boost from two organizations, officials will announce tonight at the City Council meeting.
Anti-gang initiative gets a big boost (Greensboro, NC): A city gang intervention initiative will get a big boost from two organizations, officials will announce tonight at the City Council meeting.
Source: News & Record Date: April 15, 2008
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New Jersey
Arrest of gang members to be announced (Bridgeton, NJ): A press conference announcing the arrest of high-ranking Bloods gang members is scheduled for 2 p.m. at the Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office's Fayette Street office.
Arrest of gang members to be announced (Bridgeton, NJ): A press conference announcing the arrest of high-ranking Bloods gang members is scheduled for 2 p.m. at the Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office's Fayette Street office.
Source: Bridgeton News Date: April 15, 2008
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New Hampshire
More arrests anticipated in drug case tied to Bloods (Somersworth, NH): Only days after two more arrests were made in the investigation of local crack cocaine distribution by alleged members or associates of the Bloods street gang, authorities say there are no new arrests but more are expected.
More arrests anticipated in drug case tied to Bloods (Somersworth, NH): Only days after two more arrests were made in the investigation of local crack cocaine distribution by alleged members or associates of the Bloods street gang, authorities say there are no new arrests but more are expected.
Source: Foster's Daily Democrat Date: April 15, 2008
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California
Shootings raise fear of gang warfare (Salinas, CA): The violence in Salinas is unlikely to stop any time soon, according to some city residents. This weekend, three shootings left as many people injured - one of them critically - and a firebomb was thrown into an east Salinas apartment complex shown in a threatening video posted online that week.
Shootings raise fear of gang warfare (Salinas, CA): The violence in Salinas is unlikely to stop any time soon, according to some city residents. This weekend, three shootings left as many people injured - one of them critically - and a firebomb was thrown into an east Salinas apartment complex shown in a threatening video posted online that week.
Source: The Californian Date: April 15, 2008
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California
Fresno mayor candidates agree gangs are top priority (Fresno, CA): Candidates for mayor largely agree: One of Fresno's most pressing public safety problems is gangs. If they differ, it's on how to solve the problem.
Fresno mayor candidates agree gangs are top priority (Fresno, CA): Candidates for mayor largely agree: One of Fresno's most pressing public safety problems is gangs. If they differ, it's on how to solve the problem.
Source: Fresno Bee Date: April 15, 2008
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California
King City gang member shot in leg (King City, CA): Police said today that a suspected gang member was wounded and an innocent bystander was nearly struck by a passing bullet when gunshots were fired Sunday outside a King City fast food restaurant.
King City gang member shot in leg (King City, CA): Police said today that a suspected gang member was wounded and an innocent bystander was nearly struck by a passing bullet when gunshots were fired Sunday outside a King City fast food restaurant.
Source: The Herald Date: April 14, 2008
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Pennsylvania
Anti-gang program offers reel alternative (Bethlehem, PA): Big-city gangs converge in a working-class south Bethlehem neighborhood, where young recruits are easily seduced by the prospect of easy money and a sense of belonging.
Anti-gang program offers reel alternative (Bethlehem, PA): Big-city gangs converge in a working-class south Bethlehem neighborhood, where young recruits are easily seduced by the prospect of easy money and a sense of belonging.
Source: The Morning Call Date: April 14, 2008
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New Jersey
Lakewood gang member sought as fugitive (New Brunswick, NJ): A suspected gang member from Lakewood who authorities said was caught with weapons en route to a confrontation with a rival gang in New Brunswick is being sought by au
Lakewood gang member sought as fugitive (New Brunswick, NJ): A suspected gang member from Lakewood who authorities said was caught with weapons en route to a confrontation with a rival gang in New Brunswick is being sought by au