Las Vegas police, Clark County plan forum on gangs

For insight and discussion regarding gang culture, residents can attend an informational forum on the issue at 6 p.m. Monday at the Walnut Recreation Center, 3075 N. Walnut Road.

The event will be led by the Metropolitan Police Department and the Clark County Parks and Recreation Department Gang Intervention Team to raise awareness and general knowledge about the inner-workings of local gang culture and how it affects the valley’s youth. The North Las Vegas Police Department Community Oriented Policing Section also is slated to attend the event.

Among the topics to be covered: how to know if your child is involved in a gang and how to detect the early warning signs and risk factors. Parents, teachers, school administrators, guidance counselors and concerned community members are encouraged to attend.

Panelists are set to include several former gang members who will share real-life experiences and information and answer audience members’ questions.

Representatives from local organizations will provide resources and information on a wide range of community youth services that focus on available and effective prevention and intervention programs.

For more information, call 828-3309, e-mail a3943m@lvmpd.com or visit lvmpd.com or accessclarkcounty.com.

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