Street Gang prevention & investigation training Valhalla Security Training & Consulting Inc Yakima, WA

GANG & YOUTH VIOLENCE PREVENTION

As concerned citizens

we realize

he problem of street gangs in the United States and throughout the world is an

ever

present threat the

safety and security of American

communities

and to the American people throughout the

nation

. W

recognize the fact

that

gang crimes and

membership

is an

increasing a

complex problem

, a

s such

there

are no simple

solutions.

Gang members can be any age, race or nationality. Gang crimes can range from

graffiti

and

petty larceny to

murder. Gangs can be loose groups of youths to complex criminal

organizations

dealing in guns,

drugs and stolen

property.

Prevention strategies in conjunction with

enforcement strategies are needed to address

the factors that contribute

gang problems in communities across America. A pro-active

approach to this issue will

likely have the most impact.

Valhalla Security Training & Consulting

Inc's

street gangs

curriculum

can help you

develop this pro-active

approach to

best suit the need

of your organization and community. Whether you are a parent

or school

administrator to a seasoned

criminal investigator, our courses can provide you with the tools necessary

to succeed.

Prison Gangs

Membership (Leaders/Soldiers)
Function/Operation
Objectives

Dealing with Gang

Members/Investigating Gang Crimes

Police Contact
Safety
Indicators
Investigative Intelligence

Female Gang Members

Police Contact
Safety
Indicators

History (1800's, Mexican Mafia, Nuestra Familia,
Crips, Bloods, Hybrids)
Behaviors (respect, reputation, recognition)
Mentality (violence, retaliation, respect, code of
silence)
truth/myths/trends
influences

Gangs and Schools

Understanding Gang Mentality
Influences
Indicators
Dealing with Gang Members
Prevention
Intervention

           DAVID CORTEZ



        INSTRUCTOR
          GANG PREVENTION, identification/INVESTIGATION
           GANG RESISTANCE, EDUCATION, AND TRAINING (GREAT) INSTRUCTOR

gang resistance, education and training certification
attended 5 GREAT training conferences across the country totalling over 230 hours of instruction.
SAFE schools
Attended over 11 gang training conferences across the country totalling over 230 hours of
instruction.

David was the Keynote speaker at the recent NAACP safe neighborhoods conference in
Seattle, WA

David has been in law enforcement for over 15yrs. Born in Mexico and raised in Southern California, David grew up dealing
with street gangs in his neighborhood.

He joined the United States Marine Corps in 1988 and served in the Middle East during operation desert shield/desert storm.
After receiving his honorable discharge David was hired as a commissioned police officer in 1993.

David has served as a patrol officer, SWAT team member, major crimes detective, and gang investigator. He is currently
assigned as a gang resistance, education and training (GREAT) coordinator. Due to his unique life and police experience
David was key participant in the creation and implementation of a gang enforcement unit of a large central Washington
police department. As a gang enforcement officer He has been involved in numerous investigations involving gang crimes
ranging from graffiti to serious assaults and homicides. David has given many presentations and classes in regards to
addressing gang issues. He has taught hundreds of children about the dangers of gangs through the GREAT program and
has been invited to speak at several community events relating to gang issues.. He has received training and certification in: