Kansas AG Launches Anti-Gang Initiative
Associated Press - Wed 11:46 AM 08/22/2012
Community awareness and education are key
Attorney General Derek Schmidt is launching a new initiative aimed at educating the public about the warning signs of gang activity in Kansas.
During a statewide tour that began Wednesday, Schmidt announced a new web site and partnership with law enforcement to reduce the number of gangs, gang members and criminal activity.
The materials include the warning signs that a youth might be involved with a gang or being recruited by a gang. Those signs include tattoos, bruising, using unusual hand signs or language or a change in behavior.
Schmidt says community awareness and education can help identify if gang activity is occurring and how to contact law enforcement for assistance. The online materials are available in English, Spanish and Vietnamese.
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2gud4u
Wednesday 22 August 2012 13:22 Report this comment
uh oh!! This to me says discrimination all over this story. So Derek is going to tell us just because someone has a tattoo, shows the peace sign, flips somebody off, walks a funny way, speaks a differently, has bruses is all going to be thought of as gang members?
Viper
Wednesday 22 August 2012 13:28 Report this comment
Whoa there 2gud4u, slow your roll. Remember Chief Hill said Salina does not have any gangs, Yea Right.
jigsawjack
Wednesday 22 August 2012 15:26 Report this comment
It is very possible that if these young individuals ever attempt to get a real job with tattoooooos, rings, and whatever else they want to place in body parts, the only jobs will menial at best.
ShadowCipher
Wednesday 22 August 2012 16:57 Report this comment
Family and friends know what the warning signs of a person's involvement in gang life. More often than not, families and friends are in complete denial that "little Timmy" is actually involved. Handing out pamphlets is not the answer to a growing gang issue.
ksfarmdude
Wednesday 22 August 2012 19:00 Report this comment
the key to this is knowing where your kids are at all times and who they are hanging out with
RedNeckWatch
Thursday 23 August 2012 01:04 Report this comment
2gud4u -- when you emulate a thug you will get your wish and be viewed as a thug. Many individuals are beginning to realize this and are going the extra mile to distinguish themselves from the thugs by how they appear and dress. If you don;t want the cops to focus on you then don't dress and act like a typical thug. ksfarmdude is absolutely right, know where your kids are at all times, and teach them right from wrong.