Curren$y Posted January 21 Share Posted January 21 (edited) (Chain Gang members before the Blood alliance, 1972) History The Imperial Family Gang (IFG), also known as the Imperial Family Gangster Bloods (IFGB), is a predominantly African-American street gang formed in the 1970s. Rumored to have been started by Ronald Brewer, early members included Dirty Red, Tommy Acres, Sick Mick, and J.R. Originally known as the Chain Gang, the set existed before the formation of the Blood alliance. IFGB operated in Chamberlain Hills, holding significant power alongside the Brims and other Damu sets, long before the rise of the Crips. The gang originally emerged as a small neighborhood crew, with some members referring to themselves as Brystal Rydaz, a clique based in Crystal Heights, part of the larger Imperial Housing community. IFGB played a crucial role in the first Bloods vs. Crips rivalries, particularly against the Westside Crips, founded by Stanley “Tookie” Williams in the early 1970s. IFGB maintains strong relationships with Mad Swan Bloods, Centinela Family, and Carson Mafia Bloods, primarily due to their common rivalry with the Neighborhood Crips, who have a truce with the Eight-Tray Gangster Crips. Their main enemies include the Rollin’ 60s Neighborhood Crips and 100s, but despite being Bloods, they have also engaged in Blood-on-Blood conflicts, most notably against the Neighborhood Pirus, Black P Stones, Bounty Hunters, and their long-standing rivalry with the Denver Lane Bloods, which escalated into violent confrontations in 2010, leading to multiple casualties over several years. Territory & Operations The Imperial Family Gangster Bloods (IFGB) control territory stretching from Forum Drive to Strawberry Avenue, with a strong presence in the Imperial Housing projects. These projects contain multiple sub-housing sectors, including Crystal Heights, All-Swell, and various other apartment complexes, forming the primary base for their street operations. One of the most influential members in IFGB history was Isaac “BingKo#3” Brown, a highly respected figure in the Forum Drive community. Known for his gambling habits, BingKo was a street general with a vision to elevate his hood out of poverty. He recognized the systemic suppression of his people and saw an opportunity in the heroin trade during the 1990s. Under BingKo's leadership, IFGB distanced itself from unnecessary gang conflicts, focusing instead on maximizing drug profits. Heroin, widely abused in Davis, Strawberry, Grove, and surrounding areas, became a lucrative business for IFGB. BingKo and his associates found ways to cut production costs while underselling competitors, allowing them to dominate the heroin market through the late 1990s and early 2000s. In 2003, BingKo was convicted on multiple felony charges, including large-scale narcotics distribution, and was sentenced to 67 years in Twin Towers Penitentiary, San Andreas. Following his incarceration, authorities intensified their focus on IFGB, leading to the collapse of their heroin trade. Rise of Violence & Gang Conflicts After being pushed out of the drug game, the Imperial Family Bloods found themselves exposed to heightened gang warfare. Without BingKo's strategic leadership, money was no longer the primary focus: survival became the priority. The district of Davis suffered from severe government underfunding, with officials cutting costs in public services, infrastructure, and housing maintenance. The Imperial Housing Projects fell into even greater disrepair, with issues like contaminated tap water, safety hazards, and rising crime rates plaguing the community. These worsening conditions made the gang an attractive option for residents seeking protection, especially among uneducated, impoverished, and vulnerable individuals. IFGB capitalized on this, manipulating its influence to draw more recruits into the gang lifestyle. Throughout the 2000s, IFGB evolved from a money-driven enterprise into a militant street gang focused on turf wars and retaliation shootings. As newer generations came up, the original motives of the founders were abandoned. Young IFGB members were raised in a culture centered around robberies, kidnappings, shootings, and vandalism rather than financial expansion. Between 2010 and 2015, crime rates in South Los Santos soared, with IFGB responsible for some of the highest-recorded gang-related shootings in the city. They became infamous for their refusal to back down from rival gangs, engaging in high-profile conflicts and solidifying their place as one of the most dangerous Blood sets in Los Santos. (2014 Los Santos Network Article) Gentrification The Imperial Family Gangster Bloods (IFGB) experienced significant challenges due to gentrification in the 1980s. As Los Santos made the decision to expand private schooling and encourage real estate investment, the neighborhood saw an influx of affluent families and developers eager to capitalize on the shifting landscape. Land was rapidly purchased, and older homes and apartment buildings underwent costly renovations, dramatically increasing property values and rental prices. Many long-time residents, unable to afford the rising costs, were forced to leave their homes. The community, once a stronghold for IFGB, saw a drastic reduction in population as families who had lived there for generations struggled to keep up with the financial burden. This displacement not only reduced the gang’s numbers but also eroded the neighborhood’s unique culture and identity. For those who remained, life became increasingly difficult. The economic hardships forced many to find alternative ways to survive. Some turned to underground economies and illicit activities, while others took on multiple jobs in an attempt to provide for their families. Despite the financial struggle, IFGB members remained determined to hold on to their territory and way of life, adapting to the new reality while facing pressure from both rival gangs and increased law enforcement scrutiny. Crime rates rose as gentrification intensified, creating an environment where tensions ran high. The gang, though reduced in size, became more resolute in asserting its presence. As traditional income sources became less reliable, some members sought legitimate work to maintain stability while staying connected to IFGB. The rapid changes to the neighborhood presented a new set of obstacles, but the Imperial Family Gangster Bloods remained a defining force, determined to maintain their foothold in a community that was slipping away from them. (Present Day IFGB Members) Current Day The Imperial Family Gangster Bloods (IFGB) continue to operate in a hostile and volatile environment. Surrounded by Crip-affiliated sets on all sides, their presence in Forum Drive remains precarious. With former Blood sets like Murder Park Families (MPF) either disbanded or overtaken by Crips, IFGB is one of the last remaining Blood sets in the area, making them a prime target for rival attacks. Violence remains an unavoidable aspect of IFGB’s existence, as turf wars, retaliatory shootings, and ongoing conflicts with Crip rivals define their day-to-day reality. The Imperial Housing community remains a hotspot for the gang’s open-air drug market, serving as a key source of income but also attracting heavy law enforcement scrutiny. Many young residents find themselves drawn into the drug trade, viewing it as their only viable path to quick money and street credibility. As a result, the community remains under constant surveillance, and IFGB members frequently face legal repercussions. Over the past decade, IFGB has been linked to hundreds of illegal activities, including gang shootings, drug distribution, extortion, robberies, kidnappings, grand theft auto, and more. Law enforcement statistics indicate that 1 in 5 members have been either accessories to or directly involved in major crimes, a stark reflection of the gang's deep entrenchment in Davis' socio-economic struggles. The gang's membership spans across generations, with members ranging from as young as 13 to as old as 65, demonstrating the gang’s deeply rooted presence. For many, IFGB members, it is more than just a gang: it is a way of survival, with members bonding over the shared struggle of adapting to an unforgiving environment. 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