Today, the Crips are one of the largest and most violent gangs, involved in murders, robberies, drug dealing and many other criminal pursuits. Since the Bloods were originally outnumbered 3 to 1 by the Crips, they had to be more violent.

Who is the most powerful Crip?

Rollin 30s Harlem Crips Rollin 30s Harlem Crips is an African American and Belizean Creole street gang. It is known for being one of the most powerful and organized sets within the larger Crips gang.

Who is more popular Bloods or Crips?

With surging demand for drugs, the Crips reported a height of 35,000-40,000 members at spontaneous times since 1985, including as recent as 2008. The Bloods remained miniscule compared to that number, only topping out at around 10,000 members in their existence.

Do Crips outnumber Bloods?

Crips outnumber Bloods nearly 3-to-1, and most killings--both before and after the truce--have stemmed from rivalries between Crip factions.

Why do Crips and Bloods fight?

Alliances and rivalries The Bloods are the Crips main rival. The Bloods initially formed to provide members protection from the Crips. The rivalry started in the 1960s when Washington and other Crip members attacked Sylvester Scott and Benson Owens, two students at Centennial High School.

What do Crips and Bloods do?

Bloods, street gang based in Los Angeles that is involved in drugs, theft, and murder, among other criminal activities. The gang was formed in the early 1970s as the Crips spread throughout Los Angeles. Various gangs—notably those around Piru Street—refused to join the Crips and instead banded together for protection.