There is a close connection between gangs and drugs. Many street gangs participate in the illegal distribution of drugs as their most profitable criminal activity. Citizens of our community can assist the police in fighting drug trafficking by reporting suspicious activity and suspected drug transactions. Citizens may remain anonymous if they so choose. Authority over others.
Family members belong to gangs.
Easy way to make money. Gets people's attention. Availability of role models. Youths with major needs in his or her life such as a positive male role model, the need for acceptance and approval, attention, and the need to have power and respect are considered high risk for gang involvement. Presence of pagers, beepers, or cellular phones.