Latin+Kings

bName: Latin Kings

Origins/History: They first emerged in Chicago during the 1940's when several young Puerto Rican males organized into a club. There main goal was to help each other overcome the problem of racism and prejudice that Puerto Rican immigrants were experiencings. They are now the largest gang in Chicago.

Type of Gang: Street

Location/Turf: originated in Chicago, now located in 158 cites and 38 states. National Gang

Characteristics: There wear black and yellow. There membership is estimated to be 25000-50000. In terms of identification, the Latin Kings tend to use 5-pointed crowns. To the older member, the 5-points represent love, respect, sacrifice, honor and obedience. Grafiti is a picture of a 5-pointed crown with an "LK" and often have symbols targeting other gangs. They now consist of all races.

Criminal Activites: Assault, burglary, homicide, identity theft, and money laundering. Funded by distribution of powder cocaine, crack cocaine, heroin, and weed.

Impact on Society: They impacted society in many ways. They provided youngins with drugs and robbed many houses. they also affected many people by stealing there identity and damaging property that they own.