I rvine Police Dept. Seal Beach Police Dept. Westminster Police Dept. Everyone must work toward solutions to the gang problem. The first step in prevention is to learn about gangs, gang members and their activities.
Citizens armed with basic knowledge are better able to avoid becoming victims of gang violence.
They can also help you to organize a Neighborhood Watch program in your community. The gang's power increases through their use of fear and violence to intimidate rivals and citizens alike. This tactic can be countered by citizen action groups such as Neighborhood Watch. A neighborhood that is united in the goal to stop gang crime and violence can be an effective force in curbing gangs. Your help may prevent others from becoming victims of gang violence.