Vice Lords

Initials:

V.L.,  C.V.L.,  I.V.L. 

Colors:

Black and Red,   Black and Gold

Represents:

Everything to the left side of the body, 5-pointed star, crescent moons, top hat, cane, gloves, dollar sign $, or a pyramid.

Crimes Associated With:

Murder, robbery, narcotic sales, weapon sales, intimidation, extortion, and assaults.

 

This predominantly Black gang originated in the late 1950's in what was called "Charlietown".  This "Club" was housed at the Illinois State Training School for Boys in St. Charles, Illinois.  Once released from this facility, this "Club" continued on the streets.  Vice Lords will associate with Latin Kings gang members.

 

 

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