Gina Heslop
Tattoos are drawings on the skin that people get for different reasons, like expressing themselves, showing their culture, or just because they like art.
Some tattoos are linked to gangs and can be dangerous. Here are some to watch out for:
- Numbers 14 and 88: These numbers are often used by white supremacist gangs like the Aryan Brotherhood.
- Spiderweb: This tattoo, usually on the elbow or neck, can mean someone spent time in prison. But not everyone with it has been to jail; some just like the design.
- Teardrop: This tattoo can mean different things, but it’s often linked to violence or murder.
- Three Dots: These dots might show a connection to gang culture or just represent the idea of ignoring bad things.
- Five Dots (Quincunx): This tattoo can mean different things in prison, like how long someone has been there or what crimes they’ve done.
- MS: Short for “Mara Salvatrucha,” a dangerous gang from El Salvador. If someone has this tattoo, they might be part of the gang.
It’s smart to be cautious around people with these tattoos, but not everyone who has them is involved in bad stuff.
It’s important not to judge someone just because of their tattoos.
