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Terror Town 13, formerly known as Varrio Terrorside 13, is a criminal street gang operating in the Vespucci area of Los Santos, composed mainly of Mexican-Americans. Originally starting as a tagging group named Beachside Terror under the leadership of Hopout Cueves and Joker Vargas, they ran rampant around the Vespucci area (primarily Melanoma street) whilst leaving their distinctive pieces of art along whichever blank canvas could be found; some of which can still be seen in certain areas, not yet being defaced or removed by city officials. A once somewhat innocent group founded on a shared passion of graffiti and the culture around it would quickly turn into something much more sinister after being forced into a series of territorial conflicts with other criminal groups in their proximity. Being forced to replace their spray cans for pistols, they would stand their ground and harness a reputation as something much more than just a group of friends that loved graffiti. With this newfound reputation, the group was brought under the umbrella of the Mexican Mafia, or La eMe, a powerful criminal organization that controls a vast majority of the sureno street gangs based in Los Santos, facilitating the group’s reformation from Beachside Terror into Varrio Terrorside 13. Unlike the conflicts mentioned prior Varrio Terrorside was entwined into a much more serious conflict with PEN1 or Public Enemy No. 1, a predominately white skinhead gang also based out of the Vespucci area of Los Santos. Following said conflict, Varrio Terrorside would enter a period of inactivity stemming from the deaths and incarcerations of longstanding and leading members of the group, a period of inactivity that they would not recover from until many years later when a new group would appear around Vespucci seemingly mimicking their distinctive styles of graffiti. This group led by Andrew "Nitro" Contreras and Brendan "Chino" Aranda would adopt the namesake of the crew they once grew up watching roam the streets of Vespucci as children, becoming the second generation known as Beachside Terror. The emerging crew, spearheaded by the aforementioned Contreras and Aranda, did not rise to acclaim in Vespucci without struggle and conflict. Feuds with nearby gangs, notably an existing School Yard Crips set and another Naughty Nasty Crips set, quickly taught the group that they'd need to be ruthless in order to thrive in their area. These tensions also birthed the gang's identity as being crip-killer, having lost a number of members at the hands of this reciprocated violence that still leaves a sour taste in mouths to this day. Despite showing a definite capability for violence (consequently skyrocketing the neighborhood's crime rate and keeping rent prices low), the youthful group still lacked the relevant experience and guidance to stake their claim as a force to be reckoned with. One moment in particular catapulted the gang into street notoriety. Amidst brewing tensions with a rival gang, the “Asian Boyz”, CCTV footage captured a number of masked men opening fire on a crowd. This shooting left six alleged ABZ members dead, with another two left severely injured. The footage circulated on social media and various accounts and sources claimed the murders as the work of the growing Terror Town 13 gang, although it was never confirmed by authorities and nobody was ever prosecuted for such. Orchestrated shootings like the one above are regarded as Terror Town 13’s trademark, becoming known as a gang that favors attacking as many people in one instance as possible, believing it’s best to kill numerous birds with one stone. These wide scale murders have left rival gangs, like ABZ, with no choice besides surrendering. Wiping out or forcing other factions to raise the white flag is what has allowed Terror Town 13 to stake their claim as the top gang in Vespucci. Thread credits go out to @XIK, @5teezy, @Tz Up Hoez Down, @Poetic Injustice & @Plottin Terror Town 13 is a fictional Sureño gang that originated from a tagging crew called Beachside Terror. The transition from a tagging crew to a full-fledged gang occurred after two months of development. Our aim is to accurately portray a modern Sureño gang in the west side of Los Santos and provide an enjoyable experience to whoever roleplays with our faction. Permission to post screenshots must be granted by leadership in our Discord server. For any questions on how to join or inquiries about the faction, feel free to PM @XIK / @5teezy / @Tz Up Hoez Down

Волковская Братва Volkovskaya Bratva (Волковская Братва) is known to be an assembly of people, predominantly of Russian descent centered within the streets of Vespucci, Los Santos. The group is rumored to have originated from the "bottom of the barrel", with its members all deriving from the lower socioeconomic statuses. All of them follow the hive-minded collectivism mentality inspired by leftist political beliefs. This ideology of herding together and becoming one entity is something that's instilled in these people's minds. It was born from the constant failure of society to meet the needs of its own subjects in combination with the constant pressure of having to uphold a certain standard that society itself has demanded. Over time, and through a great deal of oppression, they were brought together and became one pack of wolves. The survival of the pack alongside its leader ensures the survival of all. "Starting their life in the city's slumbs without receiving assistance from anyone. When people were warm in their houses and being well fed, this pack of wolves, separated at the time, were out on the streets hustling in order to find a crumb of bread. And therefore, when they rebelled against everything they felt oppressed them, they believed they did no wrong. For they are nothing but a product of the world they live in." - Pitirim Sorokin, 1906 The group is known not to follow a specific structure in their hierarchy, however, the people in the group that hold power are known as the Authority (Avtoritet), these people are the ones that carry the responsibility and burden of leading the group to a successful outcome and looking out for the best interest of each person included. Furthermore, the Authorities of the group are known to be the ones holding the steering wheel, as well as the ones dominating all the decision-making processes. OOC Information: We are looking for players who want to portray a true image of Eastern European organized crime and develop their characters properly and in a realistic manner. People who are eager to learn this type of roleplay/culture are welcome. We welcome all roleplayers as long as they are serious and eager to learn and are proficient in the English language. The in-character ranking system is a slow-paced political game, no player should seek to climb the ranks rapidly. They should take the time to develop and enjoy the experience. The majority of the faction's characters are Russian, however all characters originating from post-USSR disassembly countries are welcome. We are roleplaying first and second generation Russian-Americans and we seek to avoid portraying the "broken English heavy accent Russian" stereotype. First generation Russian immigrants will majorly only be allowed to specific players who have been given approval by faction leadership. Your character's wealth is always to be portrayed realistically, we will not tolerate players roleplaying a weak financial situation and showing up in sports cars & expensive/luxurious dressing. This is restricted only to people who have progressed a lot in their character development and have obtained their wealth through their roleplay. For interest to join the faction, please contact @Gamble & @MooreNGG through Forum PMs.

E/S ROLLIN' 20'S VESPUCCI BEACH CRIPS The Rollin 20s Vespucci Beach Crips (RTC) also known as Rollin 20s, are the second largest African-American street gang located on the Eastside of Vespucci Beach, San Andreas. Their neighborhood is primarily South of Melanoma Street, east of Magellan Ave and west of Bay City Ave. Rollin 20s Crips are well known to sport the primary colors of the Pittsburgh Steelers and the New Orleans Saints. (Black and Gold) Members of the Rollin 20s Crips, are known to brand their bodies with tattoos of the Steelers emblem, which is a dead give-away to rival gangs. Apart from that Rollin 20s does have a few cliques which consist of 21st, 20th, 19th,17th, 15th, 11th, and 10th Street. The Young 20 Locs (YTL), later emerged as a subset of the Rollin 20s Crips, mainly consisting of the younger generations of Rollin 20s. ROLLIN 20’s (R20’s) V. EAST SIDE LONGO 13 (ESL13) As the story goes, the Rollin 20's Crips robbed a Longos 13 drug connection of a large quantity of dope nearly a decade ago. Since then, the tale of how a black street gang ripped off a Latino rival has taken on mythic proportions, but to this day police are uncertain if the fabled heist ever occurred. “You hear so many different variations of this crime,” said Terry Burgin, a Los Santos County Sheriff’s Department gang detective. “Who knows what really happened? [But] the effects are tremendous.” Over the years, the two rival gangs have battled over control of the drug trade in the Vespucci Beach area. The feud has escalated into what many residents call a race war. It used to be that innocent bystanders were not targeted, said Chris Le Grande, pastor of Great Hope Fellowship in Faith, one of Vespucci’s largest black churches. “Now it’s deliberate. ‘I’m deliberately shooting you because of your color.’ ” On Tuesday, the San Andreas attorney’s office announced a sweeping indictment against more than 60 members of Longos 13, accusing the Latino gang of waging a violent campaign to drive out African American rivals. Once primarily black, the working class community of 60,000 today is mostly Latino. But some say that’s only part of the truth. The war has two sides, said Robert Ramirez, a Longos 13 gang member. “I’m not going to say we’re angels, but it’s fifty-fifty,” he said, as fellow gang members sprayed walls with Longos graffiti. “ ‘Any black, shoot on sight?’ -- it’s not true. Nobody likes a racist person.” The neighborhood saw 41 homicides in 2005, surpassing the homicide rate in some of the nation’s most dangerous big cities, authorities said. About half of those killed had no gang affiliation. Homicides dropped to 19 last year after a major law enforcement crackdown that led to 230 felony arrests and the seizure of 130 weapons. But the level of violence remains high. Authorities attribute the neighborhood’s gang troubles in large part to the huge demographic shift that occurred in this economically depressed community over the last 20 years, tipping the balance of power from black to Latino and turning it into a tinderbox of racial tensions. That kind of demographic shift has occurred in many parts of Southern San Andreas, but Vespucci is one of the places where it has turned violent. The violence threatens an economic revival that has begun to revitalize the neighborhood. For years, the two rival gangs resisted outside pressures to go to war, according to those active in Longos in the 1990s. Like many black and Latino gangs, they ignored each other during the worst gang years of the late ‘80s and early ‘90s. Instead, they focused on attacking rivals of their own race. But during the mid-'90s, the Mexican Mafia prison gang began directing Latino gangs to stop fighting each other, to “tax” drug dealers and to push blacks from their neighborhoods, according to numerous gang members and law enforcement officers. Longos, in particular, had warred for years with Barrio Pobre, a Latino gang to the East. But under the new rules, Longos was forced to get along with rival Latino gangs and once even played a pickup football game with Barrio Pobre, said one Longos gang member who requested anonymity out of fear for his safety. The Mexican Mafia “didn’t understand how it worked,” he said. “I hate Barrio Pobre. I didn’t have no problem with the guys from Rollin 20's because I grew up with them. It’s kind of hard to say, ‘Now I’m going to. . . kill this black guy just because he’s black.’ But that’s how they wanted to do it.” In 1996 tensions erupted when members of a gang associated with Rollin 20's Crips, known as the 6-5 Hustlers, killed a Longos member. After some retaliation, the gangs held a peace summit at a Vespucci elementary school one night, and that “kind of squashed everything,” the gang member said. But the fighting resumed when word, perhaps mythical, spread about the Rollin 20's Crips’ drug rip-off of Longos 13. Race, gang rivalry and drugs have become impossibly tangled as motives in killings and assaults in the neighborhood, authorities and residents say. The result: a gangland version of racial profiling. “They just see a young man of the opposite race and they shoot,” said Olivia Rosales, a former hate-crime prosecutor, who prosecuted all the Rollin 20's-Longos murder cases for the last two years. “They don’t stop to question whether or not they are a member of the gang.” Of the 20 cases she prosecuted, said Rosales, who now runs the district attorney’s Whittier office, “most of the victims have not been members of the rival gang.” Demetrius Perry, 22, was shot to death by Latinos yelling a gang epithet as he played basketball in January at a Vespucci middle school, witnesses said. “We used to kick it with Latinos“, said Perry’s father, Benny, who is black and grew up in the area. “Now you constantly hear about it: This is their land first and they’ve come to take it back.” Timothy Slack, who lives a few blocks from Great Hope Fellowship church, said Latino gang members often drive by shooting at blacks. He doesn’t allow his kids to go to the store and he never uses alleys anymore. Slack grew up in Vespucci when it was mostly black and had few Latinos. Back then, “they were timid,” he said. “But as their numbers started getting bigger, then they started trying to be tougher. They started thinking they could demand stuff.” But non-gang-affiliated Latinos have also been killed. In 2005, Alejandro Barrales was on his way to work at his family’s restaurant when he was shot to death allegedly by Crips while in his car at a stop sign. Gabino Lopez, 52, was killed that year while walking to a mini-market for a beer after work. A youth who reportedly wanted to join the Crips is charged with his killing. In the neighborhood where Lopez was killed, people no longer sit outside in the evening, said his daughter, Mayra Lopez. “You never know when you’re going to be the next target,” she said. But “The gang war puts a damper on everything that you do here,” said Joe Titus, 79, who was born in Vespucci and volunteers with several community organizations. “You don’t want to go out at night.” Fewer people ride bikes; fewer children play outside after school. Movable basketball stanchions, once ubiquitous in driveways, are gone. Irv Sitkoff, a local pharmacist, said people of one race complain if his employees attend faster to people of the other race. “You’ve got to very careful,” he said. “Before, we didn’t think about it.” Sitkoff said his pharmacy has sold grim supplies to customers because of neighborhood violence: more colostomy bags, for example. One Latino mother bought antidepressant medication from him for many months after her son, an innocent bystander, was killed by a black gang, Sitkoff said. “She didn’t talk directly about it, but there’s fear,” he said. “How could there not be? I have black families who are the same way.” Meanwhile, the exodus continues. Some cliques of the Rollin 20's Crips in the neighborhood don’t exist anymore. One former black gang member said he hasn’t left Vespucci because he still has family and property there. But “it’s going to come a time when everybody’s going to have to leave,” he said. “Everybody’s going to have to go.” ALLIES & RIVALS The Rollin 20s Vespucci Beach Crips are currently allies of the Rollin 80s West Coast Crips, a street gang located on the West Side of Vespucci Beach. The 20s Crips and the Insane Crips, were united as one and moved together as a unit. Until the 1980s, when they parted ways, due to infighting with the Rollin 20s claiming territory South of 21st Street and the Insanes claiming territory North of 21st Street. They aswell currently have a deadly fued with the Varrio Longo Gang, a Latino gang that feud mostly with Blacks/Asian and Cambodian gangs in Vespucci Beach. Despite, the Rollin 20s Crips and the Insane Crips being bitter rivals they have shared a little truce, during the mid-1990’s. Due to both sets having a fair hate with a common enemy Varrio Longos. VESPUCCI BEACH 2025 Gangbanging in Vespucci Beach is still very much alive in the year 2025. The area is packed full of rival sets: the Insane Crips, Blacc Bandits, Rollin 20s Crips, West Coast Crips, Longos 13, Brick Boy Crips, Sons of Samoa and the ABZ. These street gangs have intricate alliances and feuds which have lasted from their initial emergence. The area is a catalyst for the illegal operations of a street gang; its low-income housing, underfunded police force and looming threat of gentrification has resulted in continuation of the gang activity that peaked in the 1990s. From 2003 to 2013, Vespucci Beach saw a decrease in the number of gang killings per annum, but that began to rise again by 2014. In efforts to try and control gang activity in the area, the LSPD have placed several injunctions on gang members as well as employed additional recruits into their gangs and violent crimes division. Despite their efforts however, cuts in police funding have made such operations unsustainable and with Vespucci Beach's rising commercial sector, increased land value has resulted in low-income households being driven into poverty. Street gangs stand against the modern-day struggles of low-income households in such areas, they create a sense of community and companionship. Of course, however, the anger within these impoverished communities and the hatred for their rivals is often deep seated, self-fulfilling and inevitably impairs the community further. Thread credits go out to @bunie, @chibs, @Grams To Bricks This faction aims to represent the daily lives of residents in Vespucci Beach; both civilians and gang members. Our RP standards are high. Good English is essential, but is not prioritized over being able to create an interesting character and being able to contribute to the RP of the faction. We do not wish to jeopardize RP for the sake of using the correct vernacular in every scenario. Players are required to join our Discord before approaching us IC. This way you can use the information in our Discord to help with the creation of your character/knowledge of the area the faction is based on. Screenshot permissions are required to post on the thread, you can obtain these via our Discord server. We have a very tight aesthetic, don't join the faction and be upset if we tell you not to use certain mods etc. Our environment mod can be downloaded here. Character Kill permissions are required upon joining the faction, the format can be seen below. Permissions are to be sent to @JediMindTricks and @firearmsnfelons via forum PM only.

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https://face.gta.world/Nevawantedfame Genesis Warrick was born and raised in the West Los Santos; La Cienega Canals in Vespucci to be exact, he moved around the canals all his life with his mother so he's a familiar face to locals and gang members. Genesis currently resides in an apartment building with his mother on Palomino Avenue. Genesis lost his father to the prison system at a young age over a drunk car chase which led to him killing two innocent people, his father been in prison since he was only six years old so Genesis grew up looking up to the older gang members around the area. After following his unlawful guardians around La Cienega he has learned his own way to make money illegal regarding narcotics, mostly marijuana. Hence him learning so fast off drug-selling and being good at math, he's put some of his local friends on to the game with him to make their own type of money which worked out fortunately. Genesis is a known drug dealer around the neighborhood. He took his knowledge from Jattori "Hardhead" Rivers & Pedro "Baby Lethal" Luevano and shifted it off to his peers he's close with. Now he's mostly passing off packs to other locals around the neighborhood and making his own income without doing all the dirty work himself. With him selling at a young age; marijuana mostly, he's been giving others huge batches based off fronts or pay-ups off rip. He's usually advertising narcotics on Facebrowser to boost his clientele. Genesis is a huge internet freak, he's seen on Facebrowser through-out the day advertising his products to sell or taunting his enemies, he's quick to call somebody "federal" or "police" if it gets to serious based on the situation, he learned that from older residents he used to follow around. • Genesis was put on to Playboy Gangster Crip at the age of 16, he wasn't the false claiming type before he was vouched from RJ "Tray Stone 2" Murrell personally. He was initiated by Andreaus Randle a/k/a Big G Star, Kenneth Gainer a/k/a Tiny Sleep, & Pedro Luevano a/k/a Baby Lethal. [UPDATED] Genesis currently resides with his Uncle on Imagination on the 2000 with his uncle, his mother kicked him out after he repeatedly started getting arrested for firearms. He still loiters around 1900 most of the time though. Genesis was put on at 16 under the name Lil Kill Shot. This was because he was front lining the School Yard Crip war with the older generation, he was later pronounced as Big Kill Shot by Kenneth Gainer a/k/a Tiny Sleep after the previous Big KS got put off. A few weeks go by & he was brought under Tyquan "Big Tray Stone" Belton & was named "Baby Tray Stone" Genesis is still one of the neighborhood's weed dealer, with Kelvin "Lil Threezy" Machado & Troy "G-Flame" Laguerra moving to hard drugs & Jaimeson "P-Gotti" Polk taking rap seriously he'd stay to what he knew best which was marijuana. With him being very known for drug dealing around the neighborhood he tries his best to help out younger residents who wants to make quick & fast money. It's no secret to the streets that Genesis is a weed seller off him basically advertising his amount of exotic bags on social media. Isn't a stranger to the system whatsoever. Genesis was documented as a gang member right after he turned 17 when he recieved a huge face tattoo of a "P", most of his charges conclude in drugs or firearm charges, he's currently a felon as well. Genesis was released in March for fighting an Attempted Murder Charge with Drug Trafficking, both charges ended up getting dropped for lack of evidence but he still sat for being a felon with a firearm which he had to serve for a lengthy amount of time. One of those who takes gang politics and everything that comes with it very serious. He's always lacing up (teaching) those who want to be from the gang, putting them through tests and keeping them active. He's not the one you wanna slip up on your gang banging around. You will be put on blast more than likely and will be at risk of a DP or even worse in a matter of time. Genesis has been a participant in various shootings reported to be known by affiliated members of PBGC & survived them all; only getting shot in his leg once. Genesis is part of Jaimeson "P-Gotti" Polk's entourage, he's basically one of his biggest fans since he grew up with him being with him when he first started in Genesis' mother's apartment. He's been by his side ever since.

Don't Give A Fucksters (DGAF) is a skinhead crew from the streets of Vespucci, but they are far from typical. While many crews focus solely on street life or specific subcultures, DGAF has evolved into something much larger—a burgeoning movement that unites like-minded individuals under a banner of shared passions and a commitment to a way of life that extends far beyond simple camaraderie. Initially born from a love of punk rock, skateboarding, and DIY culture, DGAF has since become an interconnected network that empowers its members to pursue their various interests, whether it’s shredding at the local skate park, thrashing in the mosh pit at underground punk shows, or honing their skills in tattooing and crafting. At its core, DGAF is a skinhead crew that adheres to the ideology of white supremacy. This belief system is a driving force behind their actions, influencing not only their interactions within the group but also their confrontational stance against those who challenge or oppose their worldview. Their dedication to this ideology is a central aspect of their identity, which unites them as a group and fuels their participation in the broader skinhead and white supremacy movements. DGAF's influence stretches deep into the underbelly of Vespucci, with many of its members involved in a wide range of criminal activities. Drug dealing, arms trafficking, and car theft are just the tip of the iceberg. Don't Give A Fucksters are also known for their proficiency in more sophisticated crimes, such as home invasions, armed robberies, and even data forgery and document theft, which they use to further their illicit enterprises. These activities are not merely side hustles but a core part of the DGAF lifestyle, funding their various pursuits and helping them maintain a presence in the streets. Despite its reputation for brotherhood and loyalty, DGAF is not an easy crew to join. The movement, while open to embracing those who share its values and passions, remains highly exclusive, with a rigorous vetting process for new members. Aspiring DGAF members must prove their dedication to the crew through acts of loyalty and commitment, often involving dangerous or illegal tasks that test their resolve. This initiation process is designed to weed out the unworthy, ensuring that only the most committed and trustworthy individuals become part of the DGAF family. This exclusivity further cements the deep ties between Don't Give A Fucksters and the larger street gangs of Vespucci, as the rigorous initiation often mirrors the harsh realities of gang life in the city. What sets DGAF apart from other crews is their conscious decision to remain a collective rather than evolve into a formal gang. Instead of seeking to dominate Vespucci's criminal landscape, Don't Give A Fucksters have chosen to integrate themselves into existing gangs, most notably the Vespucci Skinheads, while maintaining their identity within DGAF. This approach has allowed them to leverage the power and connections of larger, more established gangs like Public Enemy Number 1, without losing the tight-knit, community-focused spirit that defines Don't Give A Fucksters. In this way, DGAF is more than just a group of friends—it’s a movement, a lifestyle, and a creative collective that continues to shape the subculture of Vespucci. By staying true to their roots and refusing to be absorbed into the more hierarchical structure of traditional gangs, DGAF has carved out a unique space for themselves, where they can continue to thrive as individuals while contributing to something greater. First Generation: Greg "Vampire" Stangel (Vespucci Skinheads), Troy "Thunder" Stangel (Vespucci Skinheads), Patrick "Lazy" Meitner (Vespucci Skinheads), Corey "Ghoul" Fullhart (Vespucci Skinheads), Matthew "Rad Matt" Crinklaw, Martin "Ogre" Meitner, Maynard "Slim" Dale Second Generation: Danny "Speedy" Blumenbauer, Matthew "Boxer" Ayers, Mason "Frosty" Simms Notable Associates: Lucas "Conman" Bowman (Public Enemy Number 1), Chad "Pitbull" Walden (Vespucci Skinheads), Jason "Jaywalk" Lamarsh (Public Enemy Number 1), Ian "Slugger" Warner (Public Enemy Number 1)

Youngest In Charge is a modern day group of teens/clique that is interested in having power and into the fast life of getting money. The members are mostly child hood friends and family willing to protect one another and make money with each other while having fun. Even though they get into crime a lot they mainly want to just get their family and friends out the ghetto and that's their main focus. The clique is always seen with one of each other and goes by a code to not leave a brother behind. They can usually be found around Tub Street area or at parties where they can earn money from product they sell.

Chicano History The Chicano Movement in Los Santos was a pivotal period of social and political activism that emerged in the 1960s and 1970s. It was led by Mexican-American youth who sought to address issues such as racism, inequality, and lack of representation in their communities. Key events and figures in the LS Chicano Movement included the West LS Walkouts, where thousands of high school students protested against inadequate education and discriminatory policies, and the formation of protesting organizations. These groups advocated for Chicano rights, self-defense, and cultural empowerment. The movement also saw an explosion of artistic expression, with murals, music, and literature celebrating Chicano identity and resistance. While the movement faced challenges and repression, it ultimately contributed to significant advances in education, politics, and social justice for Mexican-Americans in Los Santos. 1992 Los Santos Riots The 1992 Los Santos riots had a significant impact on Mexican Americans, who were among the most affected by the unrest. Many Mexican-American-owned businesses, were looted or destroyed, resulting in substantial economic losses for the community. According to some estimates, over 1,000 Latino-owned businesses were damaged or destroyed during the riots. The riots also highlighted the lack of investment and resources in Mexican-American neighborhoods, which had long struggled with poverty, crime, and limited access to education and job opportunities. The destruction of businesses and infrastructure further exacerbated these issues, making it even more challenging for Mexican Americans to access basic necessities like food, healthcare, and employment. However, the 1992 LS riots also spurred a new wave of community organizing and activism among Mexican Americans. Many young people became involved in social justice movements, advocating for greater investment in their communities and pushing for policy changes to address issues like police brutality and economic inequality. The aftermath of the riots saw a renewed focus on community development. Mexican-American Crime in LS In Los Santos, from the 1970s to the 1990s, Mexican-American crime was a significant issue, often linked to gang activity and violence. The city's Westside, particularly neighborhoods in Dogtown were plagued by gang wars and turf battles between rival groups. These gangs were involved in various illicit activities, including narcotics trafficking, extortion, and robbery. The crack epidemic of the 1980s further exacerbated gang violence and crime in these neighborhoods. Drive-by shootings, homicides, and other violent crimes became commonplace. Law enforcement struggled to contain the situation, with some critics accusing them of heavy-handed tactics that only fueled further resentment among Mexican-American youth. While law enforcement efforts eventually began to show results in reducing crime rates by the late 1990s and early 2000s, many neighborhoods continued to grapple with social issues stemming from decades of poverty, neglect, and lack of opportunities for young people. Community-based initiatives aimed at providing alternatives to gang life gained momentum during this time as well. Despite progress made since then in certain areas of Los Santos' Westside neighborhoods experiencing revitalization efforts or increased investment into education & job training programs for at-risk youth, along with the gentrification of Vespucci – many underlying social & economic challenges persist today, that create local gang presence in Vespucci. Mexican Youth & Gang Criminality Mexican American communities in LS have been affected by the presence of street gangs and cliques, which often engage in street-level crime. Gangs pose a significant threat to suburban areas because of increased connections with transnational criminal organizations. Gang members increasingly conduct criminal activity across the U.S.-Mexico and U.S.-Canada borders, smuggling drugs, firearms, and more. Youth organizing in cliques and gangs is often driven by common experiences and a sense of community integration. However, this can also lead to the disappearance of traditional values and respect. In terms of youth organizing, some studies suggest that situational factors such as poverty, lack of education, and unemployment can lead to gang membership. Additionally, the influence of traditional values and respect for community integration can play a role in shaping youth behavior. Youth Gangs and Mexican Organized Crime Mexican American communities in LS and all over the country that are engaged in illegal activities as well often have a structure of an organized crime group and a youth gang that operate in a complex and interconnected manner. Mexican OCGs routinely use gangs to smuggle and distribute drugs, engage in other lucrative crime schemes, collect illicit proceeds, and serve as enforcers. In addition, Mexican OCGs often use the youth as retail-level drug distributors, creating an additional layer of protection between OCG members and law enforcement. Youth cliques in these communities are often influenced by the larger community's drug markets and interact with adult prison gangs, leading to adverse consequences for both the gangs as organizations and individual members. Research has found that among juveniles, weak ties to informal social control entities such as parents, school, and conventional peers increase the probability of initiation and continuation of deviant behaviors such as drug use and crime. In terms of how these communities work together, it appears that there is a hierarchical structure with an OCG at the top and the youth gang below. The OCG provides drugs, resources and other lucrative criminal schemes to the youth cliques. The youth cliques also serve as a source of new recruits for the OCGs. It's worth noting that not all Mexican American communities in LS are involved with OCGs or youth gangs. However, for those that are, this structure can have serious consequences for individuals involved as well as for public safety more broadly.

Character development thread for Feliks Romanov.

♡ Following the Life Of ♡ Naiabella Chanel Richmond is an African American female who was born on June 14th, 2009, in the heart of San Fierro and later moved to Los Santos at the early age of three. Raised in a single parent household, her early upbringing was vibrant, the chaos of gang culture and poverty ever present within her neighborhood and serving as a constant reminder of the hellish yet complacent state she resided in. Her father, a North Side Brikk Boy Crip affiliate, was killed in the streets before she was old enough to form memories of him, and her mother tragically passed away due to domestic violence shortly after. Orphaned at a young age, Naiabella found herself relying on the remaining fragments of her family to survive. Despite her hardship though, she quickly became known for her outgoing personality and infectious laughter, lighting up family gatherings and school events alike, her easy going mood simply a method of cope to hide the struggle and discontent the lies below. As she entered her teenage years, she navigated the complexities of growing up and forming valuable friendships. Initially, she thrived in school, making friends easily and embracing life with pride. However, on her 13th birthday, her life took a dark turn when a close family member and her mother’s brother, her uncle, got into a terrible fight. The altercation escalated quickly, with both parties hurling insults and blows. But when her drunken uncle began choking her family member, leaving them flailing against the carpet, it became clear to Naiabella how it would end. In a split second decision, she rushed to the back of the house, retrieved a Taurus G2C from under her family member’s bed, and fired two shots at her uncle, killing him instantly. The sound of the gunshots still echo in her mind to this day, and she can still feel the weight of the weapon against her palm if she allows herself to think about it too harshly. Following the incident, CPS intervened, conducting a police investigation that ultimately deemed the situation a case of self-defense and determined their home in El Burro Heights to be unfit for a child. Unlike her older family member, who was legally an adult, Naiabella was uprooted from the only home she had ever known and sent to live with her surviving uncle in Vespucci along Magellan Ave. Adjusting to this new environment was anything but easy. She battled the ever-present ache of separation from her core family while trying to secure a sense of belonging in an unfamiliar neighborhood. Every day was a fight, not just for her own identity but for her place in this new chapter of her life. Over time, she learned to embrace her surroundings, forming close bonds with the locals. Eventually, her longing for protection and stability led her to intertwine herself with Rollin 20s, a thriving powerhouse of Crip affiliates that dominate the area to this day. Despite the turmoil in her life, Naiabella found solace in sports. During her freshman year of high school, she joined the track team, discovering a natural talent that allowed her to momentarily escape the weight of her past. She later took on volleyball, excelling as a Libero, her agility and determination making her a key player on the team. Sports became an outlet for her, one of the few spaces where she could clear her mind, channel her emotions, and focus on something greater than her struggles. Outside of school, Naiabella has always been a hustler, a trait she developed out of necessity. With little money to afford getting her own hair done, she learned to do it herself, perfecting her craft over time. What started as a survival skill quickly turned into a source of income as she began styling the hair of her affiliates and eventually taking on clients. Now, she uses her talent as a way to sustain herself, proving that even in the face of adversity, she can carve out her own success. Her life is not only reflection of resilience, but a story of loss, survival, and the unrelenting will to push forward. Every move Naiabella makes is driven by an innate need to secure a future where she commands her own respect, not just in the streets but in every space she steps into. Additional Information: ♡ Many people believe the rumor that Naiabella may have shot her uncle. Her apartment complex at the time was far from soundproof, and when the gunshot rang out, the police were called immediately. Witnesses saw her being cuffed and escorted from the building, and though the truth of what happened remains protected due to news outlet confidentiality since she was a minor, gossip spread quickly. With so many signs seemingly pointing to her, people couldn’t help but draw their own conclusions. ♡ She stands at just 5 feet tall, making her on the shorter side and sports braces with pink power chains. ♡ She has a well-known talent for fashion and makeup. She frequently flaunts high-end labels as before focusing on her hair business she was snipping tags not just for herself but also to sell for profit. ♡ A lesser-known fact about her is that she has a strong fascination with late-night car takeovers, despite not actually being very good at it. She carries herself as if she’s a natural behind the wheel, but in reality, she’s more about the aesthetic and thrill than actual skill. Richmond's Facebrowser Richmond's Gang (( EastSide Rollin 20s Crips ))

Topic will follow the development of "Trey Hawkins", affiliated member of the Tiny Locs clique, under Insane Crip Gang.

This thread will follow the character development and storyline of Tobin (Hart) Gumenyuk Affiliations Volkovskaya Bratva (Thread) Tobin Hart Gumenyuk born and raised in Alderney to Russian-American parents on March 25th 1996, always had an interest for the oddest things since very little. His favorite toys were the kid lab eruption volcanoes and chemistry stations. His parents noticed his wit at that time and encouraged him by providing him with various chemistry toys and books. Tobin’s room soon transformed into a mini laboratory, complete with beakers, test tubes and a colorful array of chemicals. His fascination with the reactions and the magical transformations of elements fueled his desire to learn more. Tobin became known among his classmates and teachers as the kid who could explain complex chemical reactions with ease and as expected he did very well all throughout school. With each passing year, Tobin’s skills and understanding of chemistry grew exponentially. He earned a scholarship and enrolled in a prestigious science program at Imperial University, studying Medicinal Chemistry. As he grew older, Tobin’s hunger for knowledge expanded beyond the limitations of his small bedroom lab. His parents, recognizing his potential, decided to support him further by converting their garage into a more sophisticated workspace. Tobin’s lab now boasted advanced equipment, shelves lined with chemicals and a state-of-the-art ventilation system. However towards the end of the year, life took an unexpected turn for Tobin when his family faced financial difficulties and lost their bakery shop. Frustrated and desperate, Tobin found himself at a crossroads. It was during this vulnerable moment that he happened to drop out of the University and encountered the wrong crowd. A group of Russian-American individuals, aware of Tobin’s exceptional chemistry skills, approached him with an offer he found hard to refuse. They offered him a chance to use his knowledge to create street drugs. The promise of quick money and a solution to his family’s financial woes tempted Tobin, and against his better judgment, he accepted their proposition. Tobin set up a secret lab in an abandoned warehouse, on the outskirts of Sheepshead Bay (Russian-American area). The once pristine shelves filled with educational chemistry sets, were replaced with equipment used to produce illegal substances. At first Tobin struggled with guilt and conflict but as he became entangled in this dangerous world and started seeing the money rolling on his side and being able to save a good amount of it while still helping his family financially, he was just as driven by it. The very passion that had driven him to excel was now being misused for illicit purposes. As Tobin continued down this dark path, he soon realized the consequences of his choices. Law enforcement closed in on the illegal operation, but it was too late, Tobin was made aware of the situation early enough to set the warehouse on fire. And the once-promising young scientist almost found himself facing serious legal repercussions. Tobin has now fled Alderney, ending up in Sandy Shores, before leaving, he made sure to leave his family plenty of money while still bringing a lot with him. After all, he had no responsibilities besides helping his family, he still used his mom’s car and lived under their roof the whole time.

"Mafia Born, Mafia Sworn" Mafia Made Piru, commonly referred to as the Two M's, is a long-established African-American street gang formed during the mid 1980s in the western district of South Los Santos, San Andreas. Their neighborhood, commonly known as the "Vespucci Canals" is located in the western part of South Los Santos. Sitting on small islands, surrounded by water, the area features a mix of residential homes. While the neighborhood itself is relatively affluent, it is not very large and is known for being a home to several gangs. The area in which the Mafia Made Piru claim as their territory is known as "Marina view", centered around Imagination Courts and Prosperity Street on Vespucci Boulevard. This stretch of land serves as a status symbol for a number of reasons, with the prominent reason that it's located in a historically Crip-dominated neighborhood. Initially, Mafia Made Piru was known as the "Made Men," a name that came from their early days as a tight-knit coalition of ambitious individuals. The name was derived from the gang's desire to establish themselves as as a powerful force in their community, similar to how the term was used in organization to denote individuals who had earned respect and power within a criminal organization. What began as a small circle of like-minded individuals with a shared vision soon grew into a formidable presence, embodying the mafia mentality they aimed to uphold. Key figures who played a role in the foundation of Made Men was none other than: • Ralph "Monk" Glenn, 26 ( April 7, 1964 – June 19, 1990), shot and killed by members of the Marvin Gangster Crips. • Avery "Piru Bull" Simmons • Melvin "Maniak" Mitchell, 34 (January 11, 1966 – January 22, 2000), shot a killed in a drive-by shooting on Alta Street in the Strawberry-Davis community of South Los Santos. On September 15, 2002, Clarence Blackwell, 32, was arrested as the driver of the car and on Oct 5, 2002, DeAndre Shaw, 30, a member of Blastin Fools Gangsta Crip was arrested in Los Santos. Blackwell was found guilty in 2010 and sentenced to 65-years in prison for 1st degree murder and McNeil was found guilty as well and sentenced to 70-years in prison for 1st degree murder. • Daryl "Red Foxx" Thompson • Marvin "Lil Maniak 2" Mitchell, ( – June 1, 1994), was fatally shot in his car while at a red light near Vespucci Boulevard and San Andreas Avenue in Vespucci. At least two shooters, got out of a minivan and started shooting from behind Marvin and through his passenger window. There were 9mm and .45 caliber casings found at the scene. • Ronald "Butcher" Evans, currently serving a life sentence for his role in a triple homicide. • Vernon "Hit Man" Jackson, currently incarcerated in San Andreas Correction Facility serving 35 years for a murder. • Carlton "Tootie Ru" Hayes, 57 (August 16, 1965 – November 25, 2022), suffered a stroke. Although many of the original members from the mid-80s and early 90s have either been incarcerated or lost their lives in gang retaliation, the impact these historical figures had continues to shape the new generation of Mafia Made Piru. Since then, the gang’s notoriety has skyrocketed in the West Los Santos district, especially due to the ongoing feud with rival Crip gangs. "Mafia Roots" In the early 1980s, a small group of young, ambitious individuals came together with a vision—one that was rooted in the hustle of their community and the streets they called home. Known initially as "Made Men," their origins trace back to the southern region of the Vespucci Canals, an area that, while still in its early stages of development, was becoming known for its street-savvy youth and their desire to control the turf. The "Made Men" weren’t just a group; they were a brotherhood, driven by the hustle and the dream of something bigger. At that time, the streets looked promising for those willing to push the boundaries. As teenagers, they were already involved in all kinds of money-making schemes that were popular at the time—whether it was slinging drugs, shooting dice, or pimping. Their pockets were getting fatter, and their influence was spreading, creating a network of young men who weren’t just looking to survive but to dominate the game. While the neighborhood was still small, the power they began to build was undeniable. By 1981, the Made Men were no longer just a handful of guys. As their numbers grew, people from other sides of town started to hang around, and with that growth came a more defined identity. They needed something to show they were stepping up, a way to tie themselves to something bigger. That's when the Mafia got added to their name—marking the strength, respect, and loyalty they were aiming for. They weren’t just chasing money anymore; they were becoming a real force. It wasn’t until late '83 or early '84 when the “Made Men” first adopted the Piru moniker. It wasn’t a decision taken lightly. When members of the Mob Piru came through to Vespucci Beach to hang out, the connection between the two gangs was obvious. Although the original members were hesitant about aligning themselves with the Pirus, the younger generation of Made Men saw the potential and decided it was time to expand their reach. With that, they embraced the Piru identity, and just like that, the "Made Men" were reborn as "Made Man Mafia Piru." This connection was done by Avery Simmons, later known as Piru Bull, whose family ties to Mob Piru played a pivotal role in the gang’s transition. Avery’s direct affiliation to Mob Piru deepened their ties to the broader Piru banner. As a key figure in the addition of the Piru moniker, Avery not only helped bridge the gap between the two gangs but also introduced the younger generation of Made Men to the culture and ideology of the Piru lifestyle. It wasn’t just about adopting a name—it was about securing their place within a powerful entity. But it wasn’t an easy sell for everyone. Ralph “Monk” Glenn and Carlton “Tootie Ru” Hayes were initially resistant to the idea of aligning with Piru. They feared that connecting with the Pirus would corrupt their original vision for the gang, which had been built on the identity of a tight-knit, self-sustaining, mafia-like crew. However, after several talks with Piru Bull and Red Foxx, the two were eventually swayed. Red Foxx, also served as a crucial link between Mob Piru and Mafia Made Piru, playing a role in bringing the older generation on board. It took time, but after careful deliberation, the gang officially adopted the Piru identity, joining the larger Piru movement. Around 1986, the gang would go through another shift, marking the end of their identity crisis. With a focus to the Piru movement, the name officially changed to Mafia Made Piru, signifying that the moment they became Mafia, they became Piru. Ronald Evans, later known as Butcher, played a major role in this change. Having witnessed the gang's rise and the constant evolution of their identity, Evans felt that the "M,ade Men Mafia Piru" name was limiting and didn’t fit the movement they were following. By shortening it to "Mafia Made Piru," Butcher aimed to present a stronger image, one that showed they were no longer just a street gang but a force with the discipline and reach of a mafia organization, still rooted in the Piru tradition but with a more refined purpose. "Mafia Raised, Mafia Praised" While the gang was evolving, tragedy struck the Mitchell family. The Mitchells—already known for their hardened street reputation—suffered an immense loss in 1986 that would change the course of their lives and solidify their legacy. In an act of retaliation, members of the rival Crips targeted the Mitchell household in a drive-by shooting. However, they tragically hit the youngest member of the family, 6-year-old Micaela Mitchell, who was shot while sleeping with her Cabbage Patch Kids. Her death made headlines, and law enforcement saw it as a major catalyst behind the surge in gang-related homicides in South Los Santos during 1986 and 1987. Micaela’s death hit the Mitchell brothers, Melvin “Maniak” Mitchell and Marvin “Lil Maniak 2” Mitchell, hard. Many in the streets believed that it was this loss that turned the brothers into what they would later become known for: ruthless avengers of their sister’s death. The Mitchell family quickly made a name for themselves as they retaliated with brutal force against the rival Crips responsible for Micaela's death. Their ruthless response to the tragedy led to the birth of the 'Maniak' reputation. The Mitchells began to hunt down anyone associated with the rival Crips. It was believed—though never fully confirmed—that the brothers had been responsible for the deaths of multiple Crip members across various gangs, including the WLS Trays, Blastin Fools Gangster Crips, Mansfield Gangster Crips, and Marvin Gangster Crips. The Mitchell brothers allegedly worked in tandem, taking out two or three members at a time, and by the end of their rampage, it was rumored that they had a body count between 15 to 18 kills. The brothers' violent retaliation added fuel to the fire, with their names becoming synonymous with the bloodshed. It was in the wake of these events that the Mitchells solidified their place in the history of Mafia Made Piru. By 1988, the tide began to shift again. The streets had become more dangerous, and the gang’s reputation had spread across South Los Santos. But for the Two M's, it was a turning point. In 1988, Monk went down for possession of an illegal firearm. Though he was sentenced, he was expected to be released in 1990. The following year 1989 also marked the downfall of Vernon “Hit Man” Jackson, one of the earliest members of the crew to face serious consequences. Arrested and sentenced to 35 years in prison for his involvement in a murder, Hit Man became arguably the first Mafia Made Piru member to receive such a lengthy sentence. His arrest signaled the beginning of a larger crackdown on gang activity in Los Santos by the LSPD's C.R.A.S.H. unit. "The Mafia Era" The transition into the 90s marked a pivotal moment for Mafia Made Piru, as the gang faced a series of internal and external challenges that would define their future. One of the earliest blows came with the untimely death of Ralph "Monk" Glenn. Just days after his release from prison in 1990 on parole, Monk was gunned down, leaving a hole in the heart of the gang. His death, particularly as one of the gang's foundational members, symbolized the rising danger and instability the crew would face in the coming years. Monk's loss was felt deeply by the older generation, and his absence began to change the dynamics of the group, which had always thrived on tight-knit loyalty. By the mid-90s, tensions on the streets were at an all-time high. Rivalries were deeper, and the Crips remained a powerful threat, especially the Grave Yard Gangster Crips (GYGC), who had been gaining ground. In 1993, Derrick Vaughn, aka 'G Bones,' a well-known member of the GYGC, became a casualty of the ongoing violence. He was killed in an ambush set up by the Mafia Made Piru, who were actually targeting members of the Blastin Fools Gangster Crips. G Bones' death didn’t just mark the end of his life—it started a new wave of hostility between the two gangs. The rivalry would only grow more violent in the years that followed. Not long after, Hakeem Curtis “Hot 1” Fleming, a rising star within the Mafia Made Piru, was killed, fueling even more tension between the Piru and the GYGC. Hot 1 was known for his quick rise and his leadership in guiding the younger generation of Made Men. The GYGC, believed to have retaliated once again, striking back in 1994, taking down Marvin 'Lil Maniak 2' Mitchell. On June 1, 1994, Marvin was fatally shot while sitting in his car at a red light near Vespucci Boulevard and San Andreas Avenue. At least two shooters, emerging from a minivan, opened fire from behind, shooting through his passenger window. Multiple 9mm and .45 caliber casings were found at the scene. His murder in 1994 was a wake-up call for the Mafia Made Piru. Lil Maniak’s death hit the Mafia Made Piru hard. The older generation wasn’t taking this loss lightly and waged war on the GYGC, going back and forth in retaliation. Meanwhile, Melvin 'Maniak' Mitchell, who had been locked up since 1991, was left mourning the loss of his younger brother—someone who had mirrored his lifestyle and followed in his footsteps. With the older figures in prison, the younger generation, including figures like Lil Kapone, Baby Krazy Ru, and Mad Brains 1, began to call shots in the neighborhood. Despite the ongoing violence and the looming threat of law enforcement cracking down on gang activities, these fresh faces injected new energy into the Mafia Made Piru, even as the older generation’s grip on the gang started to slip. As the 2000s approached, tragedy struck once more with the death of Melvin "Maniak" Mitchell. Just a few weeks after the turn of the millennium, on January 22, 2000, his life was taken in an ambush, as he was shot down in a drive-by. This lost sent heartbreaks through the Mafia Made Piru and the surrounding community, marking the end of a long chapter of bloodshed and loss. As Maniak was loved by several Bloods and Piru hoods. His death also left behind a grieving family, including a newborn child, and a legacy that would haunt the streets of Vespucci for years to come. In the years that followed, two men—Clarence Blackwell, 32, and DeAndre Shaw, 30, a member of the Blastin Fools Gangsta Crip—were arrested and later convicted for the murder. Blackwell, the driver, was found guilty in 2010 and sentenced to 65 years in prison, while Shaw was sentenced to 70 years for first-degree murder. Despite the justice served, the loss of Maniak left a hole that no sentence could fill, and the streets of Los Santos would never forget the man who tried so hard to change but was ultimately taken too soon. By then, the Mafia Made Piru's influence had begun to fade. The gentrification of the area only further distanced the gang from its roots, and many of the original members who had weathered the struggles of the 80s and 90s were either incarcerated or killed. "Mafia Bred, Mafia Fed" PRESENT, Mafia Made Piru stands at a crossroads, far from the once-dominant force they were in the streets of Vespucci. The area that once gave rise to some of the most feared names in Los Santos is now barely recognizable, with gentrification reshaping the landscape. The streets that used to be filled with 50 Pirus outside, are quieter, and the impact of the Mafia Made Piru has waned significantly. But despite this, the younger generation is still fighting to keep the legacy alive. Their numbers have dwindled, and their presence is no longer what it once was, but these newer members still hold on to what was built. They carry the weight of history on their shoulders, determined to honor the legacy. The challenges they face are steep: gentrification and law enforcement crackdowns. Still, the name "Mafia Made Piru" holds weight in certain parts of the city—just not like it used to. Vespucci itself has changed. Where there were once black-owned housings and promising businesses, there are now luxury condos and trendy businesses. The old spots that used to define the area have been replaced, but that hasn’t stopped the new generation from trying to maintain some kind of presence. They still patrol the streets, still gather in spots that hold meaning, and keep the name alive, even if it’s just a small pocket of resistance in a neighborhood that's no longer theirs. The reality is harsh, though. The older heads who carried the legacy are either locked up or gone, and the younger generation is left with less: fewer allies, fewer resources, and fewer ways to assert dominance. The streets they once ruled have changed, and with that comes a sense of displacement. They’re fighting to keep the past alive in a world that’s already moved on. But despite all of this, the fight isn’t over. Rivalries still exist, old and new. The spirit of Mafia Made Piru, the drive to prove dominance and strength, is still there. The newer faces, carrying the weight of what came before them, are learning that survival isn’t just about keeping turf—it’s about adapting to the times. The once-unshakable empire may be gone, but the legacy is far from forgotten.

Ray Vallejo Eldest son of the Vallejo family, a troublesome sixteen years old boy. Coming from a decent wealth family, turns out the family has huge debt that leads them to poverty, which a canon event for Ray to make a move by his own, socializing with his peers around the Cortes St. The thread will showcase Ray Vallejo development from his early age.

This thread will showcase the development of Logan "Logger" Russell.

This thread will follow the lives and stories of members of a young crew of white gangsters from the Vespucci area as they attempt to make a name for themselves to the large "Peckerwood" gang dominating their area known as Murder Beach. What follows is the result of corruption, brainwashing, and a failure of the system that allowed this group of young men to spiral downward into a life of lust, greed, and wrath.

Trials n Tribulations — The Story of Roman Dunn

' (( This thread will be used to showcase the life & story of Sofia Lei, a young Asian-American female seeking validation within a life of crime and throughout the skater world))

(( This thread will be used to showcase the life & story of Chino Tàu, a young Asian-American male seeking validation within a life of crime. ))