I think they're emulating activity that they think is gang activity, but as you can see, it can be just as dangerous.

Gang names, gang symbols, gang terminology is being used. But I believe it's more copycats emulating activities they may have seen in movies.

Loyalty is more important than competence

It means a lot to me, ... I was the same way when I was younger, emulating a lot of different players and idolizing guys. That's what it's about. That why you play the game.

This individual is no stranger to criminal activity.

Some of the increases are due to gang activity, but some types of incidents involve a large congregation of kids.