Latin Counts Gang

Latin Counts

Latin Counts is a violent Hispanic street gang that originated in Chicago in the mid-1960s. It is composed of at least five structured factions with an estimated 400 to 600 members and associate members. Most members are Mexican national or Mexican American males. The gang is most active in the Great Lakes region. The street-level distribution of crack cocaine, powdered cocaine, heroin, and marijuana is a primary source of income for the gang. Members also are involved in other criminal activity including assault, auto theft, carjacking, drive-by shooting, home invasion, homicide, and weapons trafficking.


Name: Latin Counts or Almighty Insane Latin Counts
Established: Chicago, IL
Symbols: knights helmet w/pointed plumage; 5-point star; letters LC, LCN, C's
Color(s): Black & Red
Territory: Chicago, Midwest
Membership: 400 to 600
Ethnicity: Hispanic, white
Allies: People Nation (excluding Latin Kings)
Rivals: Folk Nation (Disciples), Latin Kings