Book: (more than) Skin Deep ...?
"For decades now tattoos have been potent symbols of the Los Angeles gang-life scene. The black and white tattoos with recognizable gang symbols appear on members’ faces, necks and all over their bodies, making their gang affiliation immediately clear to whomever crosses their path. This can mean the difference between life and death on he streets, and just as often, in prison. ..." |
My source: Sandhu, S. Crime ink: lifting the layers of prejudice, 20 October, i news, pp.30-31.
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