Crips

/krɪps/ noun

Definition

A major street gang originating in Los Angeles, known for their blue clothing; also a medical term for people with disabilities (though this usage is considered outdated and potentially offensive).

Etymology

The gang name originated in 1969, possibly from 'cripple' (referring to members using canes) or from 'crip' as a shortened street term. The exact origin remains debated among gang historians.

Kelly Says

Gang history reveals a sobering truth: the Crips started as a neighborhood protection group in South Central LA during the 1960s before evolving into what it became—showing how community needs can become corrupted.

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