International Gangs: MS-13, 18th Street, Tren de Aragua & More

Course Description

The Mara Salvatrucha (MS-13), 18th Street, and Tren de Aragua are some of the most violent and dangerous gangs in the world. The reach of these gangs now extends throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, Central and South America. In the case of MS-13, this vicious gang has now begun to establish themselves in Europe, as well.

All of these gangs use a variety of crimes to make their way into neighborhoods and use violence to take over these neighborhoods. These gangs has gradually turned to transnational crimes such as human smuggling and drug trafficking. The US Government labels them as a “transnational criminal organization.”

 

Course Objective

This course aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the structure, operations, and transnational impact of major international gangs, including MS-13, 18th Street, Tren de Aragua, and others. Participants will explore the origins, criminal activities, recruitment tactics, and law enforcement challenges related to these gangs, enhancing their ability to identify, assess, and respond to gang-related threats within both local and global contexts.

 

Subjects Covered

1. The history of gangs.

2. The identifiers of various gangs, including MS-13, 18th Street, and Tren de Aragua.

3. The structure of various gangs, including MS-13, 18th Street, and Tren de Aragua..

4. The current status of various gangs, including MS-13, 18th Street, and Tren de Aragua..

5. The safety tactics used by Law Enforcement when dealing with various gangs.

7. The differences between various gang graffiti.

8. Investigative tips on how to interact with members of various gangs, including MS-13, 18th Street, and Tren de Aragua.

 

Recommended Attendees

This course will be most valuable to the following groups of law enforcement:

  • Law Enforcement Officers
  • Probation Officers, Parole Officers
  • Active-Duty Military
  • City, State, Federal Prosecutors
  • Law Enforcement support staff.

 

Length of Course

4 hours

 

Payment Options

  • Check made payable to:

    TRAINING FORCE USA, 7769 McClure Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32312

  • Purchase Order
  • Credit Card payment made online

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Upon submission of this registration, participants are responsible for payment of this course. Please note that if you do not attend, you are still responsible for payment. Substitutions are made at the discretion of Training Force USA, LLC and may be made anytime online or via email. Credit for the amount paid may be issued toward a future course. 

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