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La Taquería Begins A new fire. A new purpose. A new chapter. Arriving at the Dealership Andres pulls into the dealership with a quiet determination burning behind his eyes. He steps out, glancing over the rows of shiny, overpriced vans… until his gaze catches something different. A worn step-van sits in the corner, old, a bit tired, but full of potential. For the first time in a long while, something sparks inside him. This could be it. Inspecting the Truck He walks around the truck, tracing the lines with his eyes. The dealer talks about mileage, brakes, minor issues, all the usual noise, but Andres isn’t listening to any of that. He’s hearing sizzles. He’s smelling tortillas.He’s seeing “La Taquería” splashed across the side in bright colors. This isn’t a van. It’s a dream with wheels. Signing the Papers Inside the office, he sits down at the dusty metal desk. The contract is slid toward him. The pen feels heavier than it should. For a moment, he pauses not because of doubt, but because he realizes this signature marks something bigger than a purchase. It’s the official beginning of a new chapter in his life. When he signs, it feels right. It feels earned. Parking the Truck The drive is slow, almost protective. The truck rattles, the engine hums low, but Andres sits behind the wheel with a smile only he understands. When he parks it in front of his workplace, he steps back and looks at it for a while. Old? Sure. Rough around the edges? Definitely. But so was he, and look how far he’s come. He sees possibility in every dent. Drive Back Home After locking up the truck, Andres returns to his personal car. The moon is setting, the streets are quiet, and for the first time in weeks he feels light. Hopeful. Every traffic light becomes a moment to imagine the future: menus, recipes, music, colors, everything. “La Taquería” isn’t even open yet, but in his mind it’s already serving. The Couch, The TV, The Dream Andres drops onto the couch, flicking on the TV without even paying attention to what’s playing. The room glows softly, but he’s not really here, not mentally. His mind is across town, inside that old truck. He’s picturing the grill heating up. The smell of carne asada filling the air. People laughing, smiling, ordering. Bringing a piece of Mexico to the streets of Los Santos. He leans back, eyes half-closed. Tonight, he isn’t watching TV. He’s dreaming, wide awake. A new beginning for Andres Orlando. More than food. More than business. A piece of home on four wheels.

Wanna be a troll, now he can't get up (Uh-uh) Your ass'll die for tryna act tough We got free smoke, just take a puff He on the floor sayin' he can't get up

Scenario summary: Onika’s hard work is paying off: she worked tirelessly to bring her plan to fruition, allowing her to make over sixty thousand dollars a week. By laundering money through her company Black Empire LLC, Nika blesses herself to a shopping spree. She decides to buy a Maybach S680 as her new “company car": excited to share the news with Raymond Shabazz a/K/a Ray Two Times, a conversation sparks that ultimately pushes him to lock in to Maharaj’s scheme. MyFace post: https://myface.site/post/25348_all-i-know-is-that-i-039-m-too-short-but-still-i-ball-like-i-play-sports-rџ-vњќp.html

(( OOC: Guys we will not argue about this, after your suggestions we decided that these activities now take place in the early 90s, and will soon end the character of Salvatore Riina and move to 2025 with a new Don of this Clan. So let's write the story of my family in peace! Sincere thanks: @Jugers @jesdyng@Michael_Dippolito ))

The Hickory Ridge Farm History -- IC PORTION BEGINS HERE -- (The following portion up until the indicated divider can and may be used on the server by any characters, since all of this is publicly available information for any characters.) The Hickory Ridge Farm is located next to Palomino Creek, and traces its history back many decades. The Ridge, as the locals call it, has a long-standing history and lore within the community of Palomino Creek. Back in the 1960s, 70s, this farm was a symbol of defiance and rebellion against the United States government and its wartime plans. According to local legends, the farm at the time, was owned by an elderly couple, who went above and beyond by deciding to house hippies and anyone who felt "undesirable" such as draft dodgers. The couple, who were very involved in the Civil Rights Movement, put a lot of effort into attracting anyone who opposed the Vietnam War and wanted to avoid fighting a war they didn't want. Word quickly spread around the entire country, they had guests coming from all over the continental United States, like the Midwest, even from urban centers like New York City, Chicago, Seattle, Portland. Most of these individuals were leftist progressives, but they welcomed anybody who shared their view of wanting peace, the farm had this motto of "Everyone's Welcome". The locals of Palomino Creek, had no issues with the people newly moving in, as they mostly kept to themselves, and even contributed to the local economy, as the towns within Red County have been struggling, due to the pull of Los Santos attracting workers and anyone seeking opportunities. This farm at one point housed hundreds of people, all living on this farm, some in barns, shacks, small cabins or trailers. It was a self-sustaining homestead for the most part, the members of the community only shopping in the local store for essentials they couldn't produce at the farm. Still, the amount of people living there brought a significant buying force. The Peak of The Ridge The Hickory Ridge Farm had its peak after the Selective Service Draft was announced from 1963 all the way through 1973. Another year that brought significant draft dodgers was after December 1, 1969, when Draft Lottery was instituted. During New Year's Eve, 1973, there were hopes that things will turn around, which soon happened. January 27, 1973, when the U.S. ended conscription and transitioned to an all-volunteer military. This caused many residents at The Ridge to move back home. The number of inhabitants fell significantly, but the population was still significant. Trade workers and the popularity of The Ridge Farm inhabitants started doing contracted trade work, first around Palomino Creek, and later through word of mouth all over the county. In the early 1970s, they also started receiving substantial media attention, many news outlets even calling their farm a "leftist utopia". This popularity had its downfalls, as the conservative politicians within Red County began to take notice and they wanted this place shutdown. The conservative Sheriff of Red County at the time Sheriff Herschel McCready, a few mock nicknames by the community: Half-Brain Hersh, Hogtie Hersh, Hersh the Headcase, but the most common: Hersh the Harasser. He harassed everybody, he was mean, abusive, and tried to find any reason to give a ticket or arrest someone. Never using his judgment to be lenient, and many times provoking incidents, and just going after people for seemingly no reason. Events at The Hickory Ridge Farm The Ridge during its popularity started organizing different events at their farm. Farmer's Markets, Fishing Competitions at the river leading into Fisher's Lagoon (as The Ridge has a waterfront), they even made a water slide from the top of The Ridge leading into the water. These events became so popular, that later it attracted not only local residents of Palomino Creek, but other parts of the County as well as Los Santos itself. 1973 Red County Fair This popularity reached the County's Council, due to the popularity they marked the 1973 Red County Fair's location to be The Hickory Ridge Farm. The fair lasted from: July 1st to July 8th, 1973. State of San Andreas v. The Hickory Ridge Farm (1973) The conservative politicians living around the area set up a meeting with Sheriff Herschel McCready, convincing him to go after The Hickory Ridge Farm and find a reason to shut it down. For a longtime, the Sheriff and his team were constantly harassing the innocent farm workers, never finding anything, but leaving a mess. Sheriff's popularity began to dip after the locals got wind of his shenanigans. People started talking. There were rumors of rape, excessive force claims, as well as suspects disappearing. McCready previously served in the City of Los Santos Police Department for decades. Having significant influence on the streets of Los Santos, connections, informants, he quickly got to work. He approached his former informant, Miguel "Mikey" Salazar (later known as Co-Conspirator #1), a known gang affiliate of the S/S Varrio 13 in El Corona. Sheriff McCready had a case file on him, enough for a felony warrant that could make him serve years in prison. He threatened Salazar into a conspiracy to plant evidence at The Hickory Ridge Farm. Salazar complied. McCready had an acquaintance, a supervisor (Co-Conspirator #2) at the Los Santos Police Department Evidence Warehouse. McCready bribed the supervisor with money he received from conservative local politicians. The two fabricated documents on the transfer of narcotics out of the facility. McCready had known a young female (Co-Conspirator #3), who was his informant and as well as a prostitute. McCready persuaded her to seduce a young beat cop, just starting his own patrols. Co-Conspirator #3 seduced the young beat cop, the two performed sexual acts in the patrol car, which McCready photographed. Later, he threatened the cop with releasing the photos to the press, essentially blackmailing him to comply, beat cop is later referred to in court documents as Co-Conspirator #4. Sheriff McCready facilitated this operation, CC-#4 heads to the Evidence Warehouse to pick up the narcotics from CC-#2, heads out on his beat in El Corona, handing the package to CC-#1 who plants that evidence at the 1973 Red County Fair organized at The Hickory Ridge Farm. After the evidence was planted, Sheriff McCready decided not to use his own police force to go after the farmers, but created a bogus case file, transferred it to the Los Santos Police Department Gang Unit, to a newly formed unit named CRASH Gang Unit (Community Resources Against Street Hoodlums). CRASH was full of officers he had known and worked with personally, many of whom he was friends with. A lot of these officers were known to use brutal methods against citizens. McCready presented a convincing case that residents of The Hickory Ridge Farm are responsible for: growing marijuana, as well as for the manufacturing and distribution of narcotics, such as crack, cocaine. He also alleged that The Hickory Ridge Farm supplies these narcotics to violent street gangs across Los Santos. CRASH took this case to the higher leadership of the LSPD which approved the operation. However, due to the 1973 Red County Fair lasting from July 1st to July 8th, they decided to put the operation on the following week. LSPD, CRASH, SWAT raids The Hickory Ridge Farm on July 9th, in the middle of the night finding the substances where Sheriff McCready told them. In the case of San Andreas vs. The Hickory Ridge Farm a total of 15 defendants were indicted on multiple counts on Possession with Intent to Sell/Distribute, Equipment/Paraphernalia Charges, Conspiracy, Obstruction, Endangering Public Safety. Summer of 1973, The Ridge only had around 100 residents, sharp drop since January of the same year, losing nearly half of its residents. Ű Verdict: All of the defendants charged were found guilty in the court of law. AFFIDAVIT: FBI OPERATION IN EL CORONA - MIGUEL "MIKEY" SALAZAR IN FEDERAL CUSTODY Miguel "Mikey" Salazar a member of the S/S Varrio 13 was arrested in May, 1975 during a multi-agency operation targeting heroin and cocaine distribution tied to Mexican-American street gangs. coordinated and spearheaded by the Federal Bureau of Investigations. Salazar was found with: Distribution-level narcotics Stolen firearms Ledgers connecting him to multiple felonies Pending state warrants He was facing 20–30 years federal time + state charges. “Queen for a Day” Proffer Agreement (June 1975) Salazar met with: FBI Los Santos Field Office DEA Group 12 (LS Basin) Assistant U.S. Attorney (AUSA) John L. Messer of the Central District of San Andreas Under USDOJ proffer rules, Salazar was granted: Use immunity for all statements made Transactional immunity for all conduct prior to the meeting Federal protection as Co-Conspirator #1 Salazar’s Bombshell Statement He disclosed: The drugs at Hickory Ridge Farm were planted at the direction of Sheriff Herschel McCready. McCready coerced Salazar to transport the narcotics. A corrupt LSPD Evidence Unit Officer supplied them. A second LSPD officer transported evidence to Salazar in El Corona. CRASH submitted false affidavits, knowing the evidence was tainted. McCready used the fabricated raid to advance his career and eliminate the “hippie commune.” This became the basis for federal civil rights charges, obstruction charges, and evidence-tampering counts. 1975 — Federal Grand Jury Indictment UNITED STATES OF AMERICA v. HERSCHEL WAYNE MCCREADY Indictment No. 75-CR-1182-MW AFFIDAVIT: SHERIFF ARRESTED, RELEASED ON BOND, DISAPPEARS McCready was arrested in August, 1975, he was released on bond, but was ordered to remain in Red County under supervision. He was scheduled for trial in February, 1976. He disappeared in late 1976, during the winter, he failed the appear for a pre-trial status conference. A bench warrant was issued immediately. In early 1977, the U.S. Marshals Service Fugitive Division classified him as a Federal Fugitive. MOST WANTED FUGITIVE LISTING (1977) McCready was placed on the Most Wanted Fugitive Listing in January, 1977. While not in the Top Ten, he was placed on a regional Most Wanted Fugitive Bulletin. MULTI-AGENCY MANHUNT (1977-1979) U.S. MARSHALS SERVICE BULLETIN Agencies involved: Federal U.S. Marshals Service (Lead Agency) Western District of San Andreas Fugitive Task Force FBI – Los Santos Resident Agency DEA – Group 12 & Group 18 In case disappearance was tied to narcotics groups Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF) Due to weapon trafficking leads San Andreas Highway Patrol (SHP) State Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation (BCII) California Department of Justice – Special Investigations Unit (SIU) Local Red County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) Montgomery Police Department (MPD) Palomino Creek Police Department (PCPD) Palomino Creek Sheriff Substation Scope of the manhunt Nationwide BOLO distribution Interviews with former deputies, relatives, extremists, and outlaw motorcycle gangs Multiple false sightings along Route 68 and in Tierra Robada Searches of cabins, trailers, motels, and abandoned farms Fingerprint requests sent across western states No confirmed sightings. DRUGHOUSE BUSTED ON FERN RIDGE BY MONTGOMERY POLICE DEPARTMENT & RED COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE (1979) September 1979 City of Montgomery Police Department and the Red County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant at a known drug house on Fern Ridge. During a grid search of the property perimeter, deputies discovered: A decomposed male body Wrapped loosely in a canvas tarp Approximately 100 yards from the structure in a wooded area Later identified via dental records as Herschel Wayne McCready Residents’ Statements The house occupants stated they: Had no knowledge of the body Had seen “transients” around the ridge earlier in the year Believed animals may have dragged the remains They were arrested only on misdemeanor narcotics charges. Medical Examiner’s Conclusion Red County Medical Examiner (Montgomery Office): Time of death: Likely 1–2 years earlier Manner: Undetermined No identifiable cause due to decomposition No bullet fragments found No major fractures visible Person of Interest A Montgomery man later contacted investigators alleging: McCready had raped his daughter some years earlier The daughter gave a victim’s statement Insufficient evidence to file charges He was never arrested MONTGOMERY SENTINEL ARTICLE OUTCOME FOR THE HICKORY RIDGE FARM Federal Intervention and Legal Overturnings (1976–1978) Between 1976 and 1978, attorneys for the Hickory Ridge defendants filed: Petitions for Writ of Habeas Corpus Motions for New Trial (Penal Code §1181) Brady Violations Claims Motions to Vacate Judgment Due to Fraud on the Court Federal prosecutors submitted sealed evidence to the courts confirming the fabrication scheme. By mid-1977: 13 of the 15 convictions were vacated outright 2 were reversed and remanded, and later dismissed Several defendants had already served full sentences; others were released immediately. The State of San Andreas declined to re-file any charges. In late 1978, the State issued formal findings acknowledging: systemic misconduct falsified warrants and unconstitutional deprivation of rights LAWSUIT FILED BY HICKORY RIDGE RESIDENTS The Hickory Ridge Farm plaintiffs were fully exonerated, with convictions vacated. They received financial settlements ranging from $12,000 to $95,000 each for wrongful imprisonment and civil rights violations, plus attorneys’ fees awarded under federal law. Red County and Los Santos contributed to the payouts, though no surviving officials faced criminal charges. AFTERMATH After McCready was found deceased, the federal case against him was officially dismissed in 1979. This closed a huge wound that was haunting Red County the past few years, and the 1980s brought much happier circumstances. The Hickory Ridge Farm still remained populated, it was undefeated in the face of tyranny and systemic injustice. Throughout the 1980s, and the 1990s, The Hickory Ridge only hosted a few dozen people, and was slowly declining. They still contributed to the local economy, hosting events, and fairs. The original owners have abandoned all ties to the Ridge during and after the persecutions. During the late 80s, 90s, population loss was more visible and by the end of the 90s, the Red County Assessor’s Office officially listed Hickory Ridge Farm as uninhabited, marking the end of an era for the historic community -- IC PORTION ENDS HERE -- -- OOC PORTION BEGINS HERE -- Mission Statement The purpose of the Hickory Ridge faction is to bring life to Red County and its surrounding towns by portraying realistic, day-to-day life on a farm in Palomino Creek. This faction is strictly legal; any illegal activities are not sanctioned by leadership. The only in-character exception may be moonshining or other gray-area activities, provided they do not break IC laws or server rules. Our goal is to depict rural life as accurately as possible, without mocking, goofing, or shaming anyone or anything. Members are encouraged to explore real-life struggles, character archetypes, and story arcs, as long as all roleplay is respectful and follows LS-RP rules. We strive for high-quality, character-driven, heavy-text roleplay. This faction focuses on everyday life, not gang-style or illegal faction action. We take inspiration from real-life rural, “redneck” living—not as a derogatory term, but to describe hard-working men and women facing tough conditions outdoors. WE ARE NOT A WHITE SUPREMACY FACTION, WE REJECT RACISM, HOMOPHOBY IN ALL SHAPE AND FORM. WE WELCOME EVERYONE. <3 HOW DO I JOIN? If you wish to join the faction, you need to contact @NevadaUSA on the forum in PM or by Discord PM: @theofficialnevada This is required because the farm is technically private property, you cannot just show up there unannounced. You may also find fliers, phone numbers, or advertisements.

Some of these factions still being around after all these years is insanely cool

Glad to see Iceman still active. Love from Maxi Taxi

nothing you can do, needs to be fixed by @Mmartin probably

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A star

ljubav iz sandzaka dolazi za tebe

Fire screens 🔥🔥

Preparing La Taquería Day II: The First Paint Hits the Truck Waking up with an idea Andres pushed himself up, stretching, letting the morning light wash over him. Coffee, tools, paint, and inspiration were already running through his mind. He wasn’t just waking up, he was waking up to a dream. Sketching designs By mid-morning, Andres spread out blank sheets on the kitchen table. Pens, markers, and printed sketches scattered around as he drew the truck over and over, experimenting with flames, tacos, chili peppers, and bold letters. “I need somethin’ that screams México… pero also looks clean,” he murmured, biting his lip in concentration. The sketches were messy, chaotic even, but they were the first visible sign of his plan. Looking up for inspiration When he needed a push, Andres grabbed his phone and scrolled through designs, fonts, and color palettes. Indigenous patterns, bright reds, deep greens, splashes of white, all of it inspired by home. “Red, green… maybe white. Colors of the motherland, hermano. Gotta represent.” He saved screenshots and compared them to his sketches, visualizing the truck fully alive in his mind. Buying supplies By noon, Andres was walking through a hardware store, dragging cans of spray paint in red, green, and white, masking tape, brushes, and an airbrush kit. His second bag was filled with kitchen essentials, frying pans, casseroles, charcoal, spatulas, cutting boards, and spices. “Let’s get you some color, baby… and some flavor,” he muttered, grinning as he carried everything to the car. Setting up the workstation Back at the parking lot, Andres set up a foldable table next to the truck. On it: frying pans, casserole pots, coal bags, spatulas, knives, cutting boards… and of course, paint cans, vinyl, masking tape, stencils, and sketches. He arranged everything with meticulous care, cooking gear on one side, painting and design tools on the other. The table looked like a battlefield of preparation. “Tacos on one side, pintura mexicana on the other… balance, hermano,” he said, nodding to himself. He tapped the blank white side of the truck and whispered, “Soon you’re gonna look like a fiesta on wheels.” Start of work Admiring the work The colors dried. The vision took shape. And for the first time, the truck didn't just look like a dream, it looked like Andres's identity. La Taquerìa now had a soul... and tomorrow it will learn to cook.

OOC INFORMATION: This faction is invite-only. Anyone looking to join our faction needs to approach us in-game. We expect members to have a basic understanding of gang culture and roleplay— as this isn’t a newbie-friendly faction because we’re aiming for high standards. We’re portraying a small Sureño set on the Eastside of LS, that's heavily outnumbered compared to its rivals. You would eventually be invited into the faction if seen in-game and your RP meets the faction's standards. We highly encourage our members to develop their characters slowly in their own way, and not rely on the gang for all their roleplay, as it should remain a side thing. ——————————————————————————— If you have any inquiries about anything faction-related before roleplaying with the faction, feel freeto DM @heavenly

OOC: I know that but IC time we get data year ~90's or now (2025)? , If we both determine the actual IC time to be 2025 then I would still want to determine he is alive or pretend these activities are in 90's

Good but nowhere near as good as Soprano Crime Network by famed Jimboobi Soprano

(...)

This faction aims to portray an authentic and respectful representation of the Irish, and Irish Traveller community and their illicit activities in America. Our focus is on cultural accuracy, character-driven storytelling, and realistic economic motivations rather than stereotypes. Our goal is to deliver believable, immersive roleplay that highlights the social and economic pressures shaping these live; without glorifying crime or misrepresenting the culture. If you'd like to get involved, please reach out to @Conor, @Sweet @Heliusor @husoparac11

Daje daje andiamo!

Is this Mr. Harold "Hong Kong" Tsang himself?

THE MEET INTERVIEWING PAPERWORK Earlier today, Andres Orlando conducted an official recruitment interview with his brother, Diablo Orlando, who applied to rejoin the IBL after previously serving as an employee. Although the meeting was held professionally for documentation and procedure, it naturally carried a strong sense of family connection between the two. From the start of the conversation, it was clear that Andres felt a mix of pride and responsibility while interviewing someone he knows not only as a worker, but as blood. Throughout the interview, Diablo demonstrated maturity, motivation, and a clear vision of where he wants to be within the organization. There were reflective moments where both brothers acknowledged Diablo’s past experience, his return, and how much he had grown since leaving. Even though the setting was structured, the genuine respect and trust between them shaped the tone of the entire discussion. By the end, the interview transitioned into contract processing, marking Diablo’s official return to IBL. The moment highlighted not just a hiring process, but a meaningful step forward for both. One brother leading, and one stepping back into the fold with renewed purpose. Overall, the session blended professionalism with a powerful family dynamic, making it a memorable and impactful addition to the division’s history. (( I call this: "A moment of professionalism, powered by family." ))

Don’t let this die, you guys are doing an amazing job.

PPE doesn’t make you invincible!

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF SAN ANDREAS COUNTY OF LOS SANTOS LOS SANTOS COUNTY SHERIFF's DEPARTMENT, Petitioner and Appellant, v. VARRIO SOUTH SIDE 38TH STREET GANG, Respondent. Superior Court Case No. 25-LSC-04113 PETITION FOR CIVIL GANG INJUNCTION ───────────── LOS SANTOS COUNTY SHEIRFF'S DEPARTMENT *Alexander C. Braithwaite IV, State Bar No. 00000 [email protected] 1886 Hopkins Ave, 2nd Floor Los Santos, San Andreas 272-3544 Attorney for Plaintiff THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF SAN ANDREAS Petitioner LOS SANTOS COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT TABLE OF CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................. II. JURISDICTION................................................................................................................ III. GANG OVERVIEW......................................................................................................... A. Summary of Facts................................................................................................... 1. Rise in Gang Activity..................................................................................... 2. Critical Incidents........................................................................... IV. CRIMINAL PATTERN & PUBLIC SAFETY IMPACT ................................................. V. PRAYER FOR INJUNCTIVE RELIEF............................................................................ A. KNOWN MEMBERS (as documented in SanGang)............................................. B. SAFETY ZONE (Injunction Area) VI. CONCLUSION.................................................................................................................. I. INTRODUCTION ᅠᅠ I, JERMAINE LOVELL, being duly sworn, declare that I am a Captain and the Unit Commander of the Operation Safe Streets Bureau within the Los Santos County Sheriff's Department I have been with the Los Santos Police Department for over 30 years, with 25 of them being dedicated to the bureau. ᅠᅠ I submit this affidavit in support of a Gang Injunction against Varrio Southside 38th Street Gang (38ST), a criminal street gang operating primarily in El Corona area of Los Santos, San Andreas. This affidavit is based on my personal knowledge, training, experience, and information provided to me by other law enforcement officers and investigators involved in this investigation. ᅠᅠ The requested injunction is necessary to disrupt 38ST's criminal activities, prevent further violence, and restore safety to the affected neighborhoods. Without court intervention, 38ST will continue to terrorize the community, perpetuate violence, and expand their criminal operations. ᅠᅠ This injunction is necessary to disrupt the gang's operations, prevent further violence, and restore safety to the affected neighborhoods. II. JURISDICTION ᅠᅠ This Court has jurisdiction over this matter pursuant to the laws of San Andreas governing public nuisance abatement and gang injunctions. The criminal activities of Varrio South Side 38th Street gang described in this affidavit have occurred within the City of Los Santos, San Andreas, placing this matter squarely within the Court's jurisdiction. III. STATEMENT OF THE CASE ᅠᅠ A. Summary of Facts. ᅠᅠ Varrio South Side 38th Street Gang is a documented Sureno gang operating primarily in the El Corona area of Los Santos. 38ST has been operating for years within the area and has been infamous with it's criminal activities and overall disturbance and volatile response to whomever attempts to stop their tracks. ᅠᅠ Intelligence gathered by multiple Law Enforcement agencies and shared on the SanGang suggests that the 38th Street Gang's been involved in a series of hostile interactions between multiple local street gangs around their areas, such as the 59 & Harlow Blood gang and law enforcement in general. ᅠᅠ The 38ST gang maintains a strong presence in several key locations within El Corona, including: 28th Street Dead-End El Corona Village Projects 38th Street Kings Avenue Newport Boulevard Imperial Avenue 2. Critical Incidents ᅠᅠ There were several critical incidents involving members of the 38ST gang that demonstrate the escalating danger posed by this criminal organization: May 24th, 2025 - 28th Street Massacre ᅠᅠ At approximately 16:00 hours, Detective Sergeant Ivan Moncada, of the Operation Safe Streets Detail, was conducting surveillance over the 28th Street Dead-End area where he came up with a conclusion of a slight altercation between 38ST members among themselves. While taking multiple photographs of the members and the altercation for documentation, 38th Street Member Alvaro Colon pulled out a Glock 17 and started opening fire on a male within the area. Upon seeing this, DET. SGT. Moncada called in for assistance to save what could be saved of the male. Sheriff Deputies rolled into the area with force, ordered the 38th Street Members to raise their hands and surrender, which they didn't do. Instead of complying, an array of 38th Street Gang members brandished their handguns and open fire directly at the deputies, striking down three sworn deputies of the Los Santos County Sheriff's Department and proceeded to evade in separate ways from the crime scene. Detectives followed up on the killings and drew conclusions and submitted a series of warrants on the killers after reviewing dashcam footage and Sergeant Moncada's photographs. The deceased Hispanic male was later identified as a Carlos Barone and was pronounced dead at the hospital. June 1, 2025 - LSPD Attempted Murder LSSD deputies responded to a LSPD detective in distress on Artesia around midnight. Deputies came to see that the LSPD Detective was heavily wounded by multiple GSWs and his vehicle was riddled in shotgun shells and 9mm bullets. Deputies called the Fire Department which transported LSPD GND Detective Nathan Watts to the nearest hospital. OSS Detective Ivan Moncada picked up the case and reviewed the DCIV footage from the LSPD Unmarked vehicle. Coupled with the DICV footage, Detective Moncada picked up the statements detective Watts as well as bystanders whom observed the scene unfold. DCIV footage showed three well registered 38ST gang members chasing down detective Watts after he turned his sirens on when seeing them staging to hit a rival gang. June 2, 2025 - Riot activities On the first of June, 2025 morning, multiple 38 ST gang members torched up an array of LSSD Vehicles, flipped them over, and spray painted all over the vehicles leaving the morning shift deputies helpless. They also ganged up on Deputy Marcus Schafer and started to beat him up violently till he lost connection to reality. Deputy Schafer was treated by hospital staff at ASGH but 38ST's acts of terrorism remains unarmed. June 2, 2025 - Warrant execution and shots fired. On the second of June, 2025 around half past midnight. LSSD OSSB and SEB Personnel moved out to execute an array of search warrants within the area of El Corona. Upon their arrival they were met by a four door filled with 38ST affiliates, one of the passengers was suspected in the LSPD Attempted murder on a detective scene. SEB responded and extracted the male out of the vehicle, while doing so, one of the female passengers in 38ST Tattoos opened fire at deputies, striking one in his armored plate. The female dropped to the ground after deputies opened fire back, she was identified as a 38ST Gang member thanks to her tattoos. June 5th, 2025 - HRAW Execution, shots fired and barricaded situation. While SEB and OSSB move out in attempts to catch the suspects involved in the LSPD Detective case. The primary suspect was stopped at at felony stop, he proceeded to evade using his vehicle. The passenger leaned out and opened fire at deputies in the pursuit line using an automatic weapon. Deputies returned fire and later striking the shooter down, whom was confirmed to be a 38ST gang member. The primary suspect barricaded themselves inside an apartment in El Corona, to which SEB responded and extracted the subject from the apartments, he was found with a semi-automatic pistol on him. A second suspect which was also an HRAW in the attempted murder of detective Watts was later stopped by SEB vehicles. The suspect evaded using his vehicle and he was later stopped by SEB once again. The suspect got out of the vehicle and surrendered to LSSD with a semi-automatic pistol on his body. IV. CRIMINAL PATTER & PUBLIC SAFETY IMPACT ᅠᅠ The Varrio South Side 38th Street Gang have established a clear pattern of criminal activity that poses a significant threat to public safety in the El Corona area and beyond. Their criminal enterprises include: Narcotics Trafficking: Intelligence gathered by LSSD indicates 38ST is heavily involved in the distribution of controlled substances throughout their territory Illegal Firearms Possession: Multiple incidents documented in this affidavit demonstrate 38ST members routinely carry and use firearms, ranging from Glock 17 handguns to fully automatic assault rifles and militarized weapons. Homicide: In this affidavit multiple homicides were already mentioned that were ruled out by various members of the South Side 38th Street gang including May 23th - Carlos Barone & 3 Sworn LSSD Deputies Gang-Related Violence: LSSD Intelligence suggests heightened tension and multiple brawls and physical altercations and battery exchanged between the Varrio 38th Street Gang, Niners Function Street Gang, and the 59 & Harlow Bloods Street Gang ᅠᅠ The presence of 38ST in El Corona has led to a surge in violent crime, with frequent shootings and armed confrontations that put both law enforcement and the public at serious risk. Residents in the affected areas live in fear, and legitimate businesses suffer as criminal activity drives away customers and discourages economic development. ᅠᅠ V. PRAYER FOR INJUNCTIVE RELIEF A. KNOWN MEMBERS (as documented in SanGang). 1. ISAAC ILLESCAS / MEMBER 2. JADE COSTELLO / MEMBER 3. ALVARO COLON / MEMBER 4. LEONARDO RAMIEREZ / MEMBER 5. ALONSO VARGAS / MEMBER 6. ANTHONY CARVALO / MEMBER 5. MORGAN VAEZA / MEMBER 5. DENIS LINARES / MEMBER 5. EMMANUEL QUIJADA / MEMBER 5. JIGCY PECANA / MEMBER B. B. SAFETY ZONE (Injunction Area) ᅠᅠ The requested injunction would apply to the following areas of El Corona, where 38ST has established a strong presence: 28th Street Dead-End El Corona Village Projects 38th Street Kings Avenue Newport Boulevard ᅠᅠ Within this Safety Zone, I request that the Court prohibit the following activities by documented 38ST members: ᅠᅠ [X] Denial of association: All subjects sitting, standing,walking, driving, gathering or appearing anywhere in public view or any place accessible to the public with any known member of the 59th & Harlow Bloods but not including: when all members are inside a school attending class, on school business or when inside of a church, providing that this prohibition against associating apply while travelling to said locations. ᅠᅠ [X] No guns or dangerous weapons: Anywhere in public view or anywhere accessible to the public. Carrying any gun or illegal weapon as defined in penal code sections (9)01, (9)02,(9)04,(9)05, (9)07 and (9)09. Knowingly remaining in the presence of such a weapon or gun or a person possessing such a weapon or gun. ᅠᅠ [X] No intimidation: Confronting, intimidating, harassing, annoying, threatening, challenging, provoking, assaulting or committing battery against any person engaged in lawful or peaceful business within the safety zone without due cause or reason. ᅠᅠ [X]No Graffiti or Graffiti tools: Damaging, defacing or marking any public or private property of another or possessing any graffiti capable device, including spray paint and markers. ᅠᅠ [X] Stay away from drugs: Without a prescription, selling, possessing or using any controlled substance or related paraphernalia, including but not limited to rolling paper and pipes for drug use. Knowingly remaining in the presence of any controlled substance or related paraphernalia or knowingly remaining in the presence of anyone possessing controlled substances or paraphernalia. ᅠᅠ [X] No drug sales activities: Loiter anywhere in public view or anyplace accessible to the public in a manner and under circumstances manifesting the purpose and with the intent to commit an offense specified in penal code sections (6)03 and (6)04. Circumstances that may be considered in determining whether a person has the requisite intent to engage in such drug sales activity include: Acting as a "Lookout", transferring small objects or packages for currency in a furtive manner, trying to conceal him or herself or any object that reasonably could be involved in an unlawful drug-related activity, uses signals or language indicative of summoning purchasers of illegal drugs, repeatedly beckons to, stops, attempts to stop, or engages in conversations with passersby, whether on foot or in a motor vehicle, indicative of summoning purchasers of illegal drugs. Repeatedly passes to or receives from a passerby, whether on foot or in a motor vehicle, money or small objects. Has been convicted of any offense within this State within five months prior to a violation of this provision, of any violation of penal code sections(6)03 and (6)04. and is currently subject to any order prohibiting his or her presence in any high drug activity geographic area. ᅠᅠ [X] Stay away from alcohol: Anywhere in public view or any place accessible by the public, except on properly licensed premises the possession of an open alcohol container of an alcoholic beverage or knowingly remaining in the presence of such a container and substance or knowingly remaining in the presence of someone in possession of such a container or substance. ᅠᅠ [X] No Trespassing: Being present on or in any property not open to the general public except: with the prior written consent of the owner or person who is in lawful possession of the property or in the presence of the owner of the person who is in lawful possession of the property. ᅠᅠ [X] No loitering: Loitering in public view or any place accessible to the general public for the purpose of engaging in graffiti, drug-related or other illegal activities. ᅠᅠ [X] No lookouts: Acting as a lookout by whistling, yelling, or otherwise signaling, by any means, to warn another person engaged in unlawful or nuisance activity of the approach of law enforcement officers or soliciting, employing or coercing another person to act as such lookout. ᅠᅠ [X] No Obstructing Traffic: Obstructing, impeding or blocking the passage of any vehicle or person on any street, walkway, sidewalk, alleyway, driveway, parking lot or other areas of public access. ᅠᅠ [X] No recruiting children: Soliciting or recruiting anyone under the age of 18 to join, actively participate in, or associate with the intent to join the 59th & Harlow Bloods. ᅠᅠ [X] Varrio South Side 38th Street members and affiliates are to stay away from 28th Street Dead-End, El Corona Village Projects, 38th Street, Kings Avenue, Newport Boulevard: Being present on or in 28th Street Dead-End, El Corona Village Projects, 38th Street, Kings Avenue, Newport Boulevard. For purposes of this provision, LOCATION includes properties, sidewalks and adjacent parking lots to LOCATION. ᅠᅠ [X] Do not Obstruct, resist or Delay any Peace Officer: Knowingly obstructing, resisting or delaying any peace officer when that peace officer is effectuating or attempting to effectuate lawful detention or arrest. This includes but is not limited to: Running from a peace officer in an attempt to evade lawful detention or arrest and providing false identifying information to any peace officer in an attempt to evade proper identification by the peace officer. ᅠᅠ [X] Obey all laws: Obey all laws and sections of the penal code. V. CONCLUSION ᅠᅠ Based on my training, experience, and the facts set forth in this affidavit, I believe that the Southside 38ST Gang constitute a public nuisance that significantly threatens the safety and welfare of the Los Santos community, particularly in the El Corona area. The gang's involvement in narcotics trafficking, illegal firearms possession, violent assaults, and the murder of three sworn deputies demonstrates their ongoing criminal enterprise and complete disregard for public safety and the law. ᅠᅠ The requested injunction is necessary to disrupt 38ST's criminal activities, prevent further violence, and restore safety to the affected neighborhoods. Without court intervention, 38ST will continue to terrorize the community, perpetuate violence, and expand their criminal operations. ᅠᅠ DATED: June 5th, 2025 By: /s/ Alexander C. Braithwaite IV Alexander C. Braithwaite IV Chief Prosecutor LOS SANTOS COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT