Gangs
What are the names of gangs that are in Fairfax County?
The Bloods, MS-13, The Crips, Hells Angels
Why do teens join Gangs?
Peer pressure, protection, wanting money, respect or power, etc.
About how many gang members are incarcerated?
147,000
Often found in graffiti, this type of representation is used by gangs in Fairfax County to communicate or mark their territory.
Gang signs or symbols
What effects do gangs have on youth?
Growing up with heavy gang activity, no adult supervision, low self esteem, mental health issues, financial struggles
80 %
What task force offers support to several counties across Northern Virginia, including Fairfax County?
The Northern Virginia Regional Gang Task Force.
What are the warnings of gang involvement in youth and teens?
Tattoos or gang related symbols, large amount of unexplained cash, becoming more violent, new or unusual slang, unexplained physical injuries
How many gangs are there in Fairfax County?
80 identified gangs
What is the percentage of gang presence in schools in Virginia?
11% of middle schoolers and highschoolers have identified gang presence or activity at their schools.
What are the negatives of being in a gang?
Exposure to violence, legal issues, severs relationships, toll on mental health, drug and alcohol abuse, incarceration
How many gang members are there in Fairfax County?
2,000 members and associates