Los Santos Bloods

## History

The Los Santos Bloods are an active gang focused on money making and power control. Despite how we know them today, they are an amalgamation of two previous entities in Diamond City Los Santos. "The Long Boys" and "The Family".

## The Long Boys Era

The Long Boys, consisting of Dick Long, Glen Redmond, and David Lin initially, found new recruits in the form of Randy Cannon (a recently relocated citizen from another city at the time). The 4 of them managed to cause a lot of havoc, mostly focused on big time robberies and drug production. Even successfully hitting Pacific Bank a few times.

## The Family Era

Eventually, they came across a group that called themselves "The Family"; a group of tight nit friends, consisting of Aiden John, Hugh Mungus, Douglas Finkleton, Cleetus Scruggs, and Von "Lips" Anderson. They had just joined the city together. All coming from their own troubled pasts but having had to rely on each other time and time again. The Family loved to get themselves into any street work Diamond City Los Santos had to offer, but nothing got their blood pumping like a successful robbery. They specialized in robberies and meth production specifically.

## Los Santos Bloods - Early Life Era

It was at this time the two merged into one entity known as the Los Santos Bloods. Dick Long would assume the Vice President position and Aiden John would hold the presidency. David Lin and Hugh Mungus would be assigned the Lieutenant role. The remaining "made men" members were given different branches of the gangs operations to facilitate under the consultation of the higher ups. They were referred to as Capos. The affiliates are under them and they operate as either a Solider (a to-be made man) and an Affiliate.

#### Growing Pains

The gang continued to grow and see success in their efforts. Eventually recruiting a group of 9 new members. One of the new recruits, a Corbin, was a wild card and just didn't fit in so he was kicked out and eventually left the city. Another member Brett, turned out to be a traitor and almost caused a gang war through his subterfuge. City officials were all over it though and stopped it before things got out of hand. Brett was eventually assassinated.

Two others, Danny "Monkey Man" Portman, and Jay "dasteppa" Knight are noteworthy to say the least. Danny would go on to do great things for the gang, but Jay had trouble finding a grove with the Bloods. Everyone loved Jay and Jay was chill with everyone else. But through no fault of his own, it was identified that he was more of a leader than a follower. It was at that time that Jay stepped down from the bloods willingly and went on to form his own chapter of the Crips.

Danny flourished under the tutelage of the Los Santos Bloods. Having come from another city and crime family, it felt like fresh air to have something new. He tried to get involved however he could, but initially started as an enforcer. It was quickly identified that Danny had a lot of good ideas and he knew how to vocalize them. This led to his promotion to consigliere, or advisor to the gang's leadership. In this position he acts as their legal and business consultant.

Danny eventually brought with him his Cousin Pauly Alfredo. Danny was the brains and Pauly was the itchy trigger finger. Pauly would stick up his own mother if it meant he got the pack of gum he wanted. Sometimes a loose cannon that only Danny can calm down, Pauly offers a deep loyalty to the gang and can always be counted on when the shootout starts.

Jamal Thompson came on the scene at this time. Friends with Randy Cannon. He was an enthusiastic member that contributed a lot in the ways. Mostly by way of drug production and robberies. Jamal eventually earned his full "made man" status when Cleetus Scruggs stepped down to attend ventures in other cities.

#### Young Bloods

The remaining affiliates are, Mort Spandex, Dom Dunzy, and Tony Lopez. Mort was brought into the city as assistant to Danny Portman. Formally residing from another city they lived together in. Mort handles general labor for the gang when not assisting Danny.

The other two were introduced to the Bloods as a pair and were given independent interviews to much success. They continue to show promise and grow into the groove of the gang but are still in their affiliate positions until additional spots open up. The Los Santos Bloods are happy to have such young energy in the gang and look forward to seeing how these two refine. Unfortunately, it would turn out that Tony Lopez was not a good fit and he was dealt with. Dom however received his solider commendations and once a Capo Spot opens up he will be promoted.

#### Trials and Triumphs

Throughout the growth of it all, the Los Santos Bloods faced many a challenge. One such challenge involving a recent court case of VP Glen Redmond. At the time, an active and popular mechanic in the city. This court case was initially ruled in favor of the claimant, a "Vlad" and former owner of the Mechanic's shop in Diamond City Los Santos. Mr. Redmond was charged with Grand Larceny for an amount of one million dollars. Thankfully with the help of his legal council (Danny Portman) he was able to seek an appeal with the Supreme Justice and was ultimately found innocent of the charges.

## Los Santos Bloods - Current Life Era

Having chosen to keep to the shadows of business and high class crime, the Los Santos Bloods remain an active, but unsuspected threat to the streets of Diamond City Los Santos. Slowly closing their grip around financial facets unknown, they operate with professionalism and precision around the Rockford Hills and surrounding 100s postal codes.

#### Reorganization of responsibilities

The Los Santos Bloods have continued to make moves within Diamond City but there was confusion pertaining to the public image. It was a testament to their ability to stick to the shadows really, but to clear up any misperception it was suggested to reassign titles and formally define responsibilities. A sit-down was held and the following organizational chart was defined.

With the reorganization, some cuts also had to be made. Specifically Tony Lopez. It was found that his style of personality was not a good fit and after some suspicious activity he had to be dealt with. He is no longer affiliated with the LS Bloods in any way.

## Members and Positions

Made men:

* Aiden John - President
* Dick Long - Vice President
* Hugh Mungus - Lieutenant
* David Lin - Lieutenant
* Glen Redmond - Capo
* Randy Cannon - Capo
* Douglas Finkleton - Capo
* Von "Lips" Anderson; Capo
* Pauly Alfredo - Capo
* Jamal Thompson - Capo

* Cleetus Scruggs - Capo - Retired

Affiliates:

* Danny "Monkey Man" Portman - Presidential Advisor or Consigliere
* Mort Spandex - Assistant to the Consigliere

* Dom Dunzy - Solider