Are you a Patrol Officer, Investigator, Probation Parole Officer, Correctional Officer who comes in contact with gang members? Do you recognize gang tattoos; graffiti, dress codes in your area? Do you know the difference between "hustling' and "banging"?
This course covers not only the basics of gang identification but will look in depth at the history of certain gangs, identifying characteristics and what the common gang symbols mean. Much of the information in this class is gathered from gang members and their “knowledge” of what they consider that a “Tru Gangsta” would know. Participants will learn tattoo recognition on gang members. This class covers African American street gangs, Asian gangs, Hispanic gangs, Outlaw Motorcycle gangs and The 5%ers The Nation of Gods and Earths. Course of Instruction includes; but is not limited to:
1. Gang overview, 2. African American Street Gangs, 3. Hispanic Street Gangs, 4. Asian Gangs, 5. Five Percenters (The Nation of God’s and Earth),
6. Outlaw Motorcycle Clubs (1%ers), 7. Gang Investigation (Case Preparation), 8. Gang Investigation (Field Interviews and Traffic Stops), 9. Officer Safety, 10. Interpreting Graffiti.
Area Hotels Offering Government Rates
Comfort Suites River Park 252-636-0022
Bridge Pointe Hotel 252-636-3637
Holiday Inn Express 252-638-8266
Hampton Inn 252-637-2111
Sheraton Grand 252-638-3585
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