In addition, neighborhoodscout found that a lot of the crime that takes place in concord is property crime. The town has been largely viewed as a hub for gangs and drug activity, but when you scratch beneath the surface you discover a rich tradition of pride and heritage that defines american culture like never before. The 2018 concord crime rate fell by 8% compared to 2017. Blood brothers the killing started when nuestra familia. The 2018 crime rate in concord, ca was 268 city crime index, which was comparable to the u. Nuestra familia is one of a constellation of racebased prison gangs that organize and direct the growing subculture of californias inmates. Within california, more than 90% of the communities have a lower crime rate than concord. Gangs target of concord police task force east bay times. From the early tomato gangs of 1890 s boyle heights to the modern crips and mara salvatrucha. Wikimedia commons has media related to gangs organized crime. This page is dedicated to support stopping the gang violence that is happening in north concord and pittsburg.
Cities, towns and place names in california internet. Stretch and federal bureau of investigation fbi special agent in charge john f. The 415 kumi is a black gang that originated in the san francisco bay area of california, in 1985. They dominate the arbor terrace apartment complex the zoo in the 2100 block of n.
The 415s advocate taking back the streets by any means. Aug 10, 2016 martinez in a powerful strike against one of californias most notorious gangs, law enforcement officials from across contra costa county have arrested and charged 22 suspected nortenos in. Guide list of prison gangs in california roleplay guides. Alleged gang members charged in concord shooting concord. Gang statistics for concord, california the following page presents statistics and interpretations on the activity of gangs in concord in california, including information relating to overall numbers, per capita numbers, approximate gang membership, locations, and any correlations between gang activity and the demographic and socioeconomic environment of concord, california. From the early tomato gangs of 1890 s boyle heights to the modern crips and mara salvatrucha, with side trips through an irish dogtown, the gang wars of happy valley, sleepy lagoon and the yellow journalism of the hearst press, and a tragic murder at sunset and vine. Proposed 18,000seat soccer stadium in concord wont be built. San jose jesus armendariz was sentenced today to 15 years in prison based on his conviction on charges of racketeering conspiracy, distribution of crystal methamphetamine, and use of a firearm, announced united states attorney brian j. Criminal street gangs have become one of the most serious crime problems in california. The number of homicides stood at 3 a decrease of 2 compared to 2017. We use cookies on this site to enhance the visitor experience. Jan 11, 2008 an inside look at the views and opinions of concord residents. Were reading two adorable rhyming stories followed by fun activities join us. Nov 23, 2019 commerce calls itself the model city, and, to its benefit, its one of the least violent cities on this list.
If arrested or whereabouts known contact the concord police department at 7049205000. Jun 21, 2016 concord a pair of 20yearold alleged gang members have been charged in the shooting of a man in concord earlier this month, according to police and court records. Importantly, when you compare concord to other communities of similar population, then concord crime rate violent and property crimes combined is quite a bit higher than average. Matthew peters, 22, of highland street, daniel boothby, 25, of pleasant street, and margo mcnair, 37, of concord, were all arrested on various charges in.
Diablo high school located in concord, california ca. It does include not only a sampling of the largest communities in the golden state, but also a number of smaller towns. Jun 07, 20 matthew peters, 22, of highland street, daniel boothby, 25, of pleasant street, and margo mcnair, 37, of concord, were all arrested on various charges in connection to an incident on feb. Aryan brotherhoodformed in 1964 by white inmates to protect against violent black gang members, it eventually formed into a major drug trafficking and racketeering organization that controls all other white gan.
Stones jungles bloods crips venice shoreline crips. San jose gang leader sentenced to 15 years in prison for. May 28, 2015 martinez a reputed concord gang member was convicted thursday of firstdegree murder for the 20 executionstyle shooting of a belligerent reveler outside a baptismal celebration. American community survey separates various ethnicities depending on the areas population of persons from less than 5. Diablo unified school district 1936 carlotta drive, concord, california 94519, phone 925 6828000. The 2018 crime rate in concord, ca was 268 citydata. This page offers an alphabetical listing of place names throughout california. Storytime and activities featuring how to catch a dinosaur and how to catch a unicorn storytime.
Rancho ave and mill street, along with certain neighborhoods in rialto, california. Nazi gang members arrested in connection with concord. Before arrest, verify warrant through the national crime information center ncic. The office attendant was very helpful when we had an inquiry, and when i thought i left something in our room after i turned in the key, i asked one of the cleaners to open the room for me, and after i showed her my receipt, she dropped what she was doing and opened the door for me. Stop the gang violence in north concord and pittsburg.
It was established in the 1970s at folsom prison in california in direct response to the other california prison gangs notably the aryan brotherhoodand mexican mafia, which were attempting to prey on native texas inmates. Importantly, when you compare concord to other communities of similar population, then concord crime rate violent and property crimes combined is. The specific and primary purposes of the concord historical society are to discover, establish, and preserve structures, objects, and materials of interest, importance, and value, in relation to the city of concord, california, and its vicinity, and to discover, preserve, and disseminate knowledge of the history of the city of concord, california, and its vicinity. Concord s demographic and housing acs survey of 125,017 being 0. The texas syndicate originated in californias folsom prison in the early 70s. Diablo high school concord, california ca greatschools. The major stakeholders are the competent and highly qualified staff members within the department who have the necessary capacity to deal with the violent criminal gangs. Hourly number of juvenile gangrelated arrest incidents on 550 schooldays n1,155 and 546 nonschooldays n838 in 19941996 22. Concordclayton transcript, walnut creek, california. Originally formed for selfprotection, prison gangs have become the unlikely custodians of order behind barsand of crime on the streets. Feb 24, 2005 5 inmate gangs dominate california s prison system. An inside look at the views and opinions of concord residents.
Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from wikipedia or other free sources online. Drugs are rampant and theres a lot of gang activity. Concord a pair of 20yearold alleged gang members have been charged in the shooting of a man in concord earlier this month, according to police and court records. Gang activity in orange county, california figure 8. California youth gangs and firearms violence a brief history of california gangs in the last four decades, firearms violence has in the minds of many come to define the problem of youth gangs. American community survey separates various ethnicities depending on the areas population of persons from less than 5 years of age to 85 years old and over. I grew up in concord and went to clayton valley high school, graduating in 2008. Youth gangs have emerged in different countries and different cultures since at least the middle ages. Concord, ca crime rates and statistics neighborhoodscout. Pacoima historical society preserving the history of pacoima. Concord gang member guilty of firstdegree murder the. Territory of the varrio norwalk, stretches north from 166th street to hopland street, between pioneer boulevard to norwalk boulevard. Accessibility make changes to the header and footer on the edit header and footer tab on the left.
Stones jungles bloods crips venice shoreline crips rollin 60 neighborhood crips p jay crips. List of california street gangs 1 list of california street gangs this is a list of notable criminallyactive street gangs operating or formerly operating in california. In concord, your chance of becoming a victim of a property crime is one in 28. Your local source for community news in clayton and concord. To be included in this list, the gang must have a wikipedia article with references showing it is a california street gang. Martinez a reputed concord gang member was convicted thursday of firstdegree murder for the 20 executionstyle shooting of a belligerent reveler outside a baptismal celebration. Nazi gang members arrested in connection with concord drug. Crime in concord seems to be way worse than in the other two cities ive lived in. Property crimes that are tracked for this analysis are burglary, larceny over fifty dollars, motor vehicle theft, and arson.
This is a list of notable criminallyactive street gangs operating or formerly operating in california. Aug 18, 2015 it was established in the 1970s at folsom prison in california in direct response to the other california prison gangs notably the aryan brotherhoodand mexican mafia, which were attempting to prey on native texas inmates. There are countless books on the topic of gangs, hip hop, prisons, and the ghetto, but streetgangs. Vigil asserts that only by understanding the complex. By scott johnson oakland tribune evidence is increasing that california prison gangs are forging close relationships with powerful drugtrafficking cartels in mexico, according to u. Most of the citys gang presence which fluctuates from 100 to 200 members, police say revolves around the longstanding redblue rivalry between nortenos and surenos, with nortenos claiming northern california roots and their rivals associated with the southern half of the state. Welcome to street gangs book club, a centralized place to gain information on books that discuss urban culture, specifically gangs. Regional gang activity in concord, california detailed. Concord, california condemned bar, california confidence, california. The concord jail, located in concord, ca, is a secure facility that houses inmates.
Commerce calls itself the model city, and, to its benefit, its one of the least violent cities on this list. Anyone with information can call concord police detective greg mahan at 9256035817 or the departments investigative division at 9256730. The reason i chose this book was because my uncle is in a drug dealer gang and i get worried anbout him sometimes. Whitepages is the largest and most trusted online phone book and directory. Special event, childrens event, storytime childrens saturday march 07, 2020 11. Gang violenceparticularly assaults, driveby shootings, homicides, and brutal homeinvasion robberiesaccounts for one of the largest, single, personal threats to public safety in this state. This is not a complete list of every last place name that has ever existed in california. The inmates may be awaiting trial or sentencing, or they may be serving a sentence after being convicted of a crime. Concord, ca free public records criminal arrests court.
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