The Legacy of the Crips Gang

Exploring the history and influence of the Crips in Los Angeles and beyond.

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Understanding the Crips' Legacy

Explore the origins and growth of the Crips, a prominent street gang from Los Angeles, known for its impact and rivalry with other gangs, particularly the Bloods.

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A baseball cap hangs on a metal railing, with bold lettering reading 'COCAINE & SEX'. The background consists of a textured wall and the side of a shipping container.

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Cultural Impact

Street History

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Gang History Overview

Explore the origins and evolution of the Crips street gang in Los Angeles.

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A black object is mounted on a white brick wall with a yellow sticker displaying the word 'DRUGS' in bold letters.
Origins of the Crips

Learn about the founding members and early formation of the gang.

Growth and Influence

Discover how the Crips expanded and their rivalry with the Bloods.

Drug Trafficking Impact

Understand the gang's involvement in drug distribution during the 1980s.

History

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A syringe with a needle, a small glass vial containing a brown liquid, a metal spoon with white powder, and a piece of torn blue plastic are arranged against a white background.
A person wearing a black jacket and white shirt is opening a small, transparent package labeled 'CRYSTAL WEED' above a white mug with a black interior and a cannabis leaf design. The scene is set on a round, light-colored table.
A person wearing a black jacket and white shirt is opening a small, transparent package labeled 'CRYSTAL WEED' above a white mug with a black interior and a cannabis leaf design. The scene is set on a round, light-colored table.
Two neon signs with orange outlines displaying the words 'DRUGS' and 'LIQUOR' against a dark background.
Two neon signs with orange outlines displaying the words 'DRUGS' and 'LIQUOR' against a dark background.
A person wearing an orange jacket is sweeping the street in front of a large signboard with the text 'WAR ON DRUGS'. The background features an ornate building with decorative iron railings, lampposts, and trees providing shade.
A person wearing an orange jacket is sweeping the street in front of a large signboard with the text 'WAR ON DRUGS'. The background features an ornate building with decorative iron railings, lampposts, and trees providing shade.
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A close-up of hands holding a small, dark bottle labeled 'Crystal Weed' with a cannabis leaf logo. The background consists of large, lush green leaves.
A small jar labeled 'CRYSTALWEED' lies on its side against a dark background, with a fine white powder spilling out onto the surface. The label indicates the product is a high-quality CBD crystal.
A small jar labeled 'CRYSTALWEED' lies on its side against a dark background, with a fine white powder spilling out onto the surface. The label indicates the product is a high-quality CBD crystal.

Explore the origins and evolution of the Crips gang.

History

The Crips originated in Los Angeles, 1969.

Growth

Rivalry

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