#crips

The W7M ScoreGang Crips (SCRG)—also referred to as the (W7M) 24700 Blocc Crips, (W7M) Hyena Crips, (W7M) 8Tray Gangsta Crips, or 83GC—began emerging publicly around 2019 in the Five Points area (48219) on Detroit’s far northwest side. Their earliest presence is tied to the 24700 block of Frisbee Street near the corner of Grandview Street. Initial graffiti identified the group as “ETGC” (Evergreen Telegraph Gangster Crips). W7M ScoreGang are Detroit-based “8Tray Crips,” a local offshoot influenced by—but independent of and unaffiliated with—the original Eight Trey Crips.

[READ MORE ABOUT THEIR OPERATIONAL REALITY HERE: https://archive.org/details/w7m-etgc-crips-graffiti-at-19099-fenton-st-before-dec.-18-2025-detroit-double-h]

Since then, tags such as “83GC,” “ETGC,” and “ScoreGang” have been documented along the West Seven Mile corridor, often overlapping or replacing older RR$C and BPS markings. Members have also been observed with tattoos bearing identifiers like “SCRG,” “ETG,” “24700 Blocc,” “5PN,” “HYENA,” “B.S.S.,” dice showing 6, six-point stars, three-point crowns, “W7M,” and “7” or three-finger hand sign imagery, with documented instances as recent as May 2026.

See Tattoos Here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/203925655@N07/55266148333/in/dateposted-public/

Documentary photograph of a forearm tattoo belonging to a high-ranking member of the W7M ScoreGang / W7M ETGC (Evergreen Telegraph Gangster Crips), a Detroit-based Crip-affiliated street gang rooted in the Five Points area along West Seven Mile Road. The tattoo prominently features a stylized “7” hand sign representing “7 Mile,” with the word “MILE” written across the back of the hand to reinforce the geographic meaning and territorial identity of the symbol.

Positioned above the hand sign is “24700 Blocc,” identifying the wearer with a specific subset or originating clique within the broader ScoreGang alliance. The 24700 Blocc Crips are widely regarded in local accounts as one of the foundational groups responsible for introducing and shaping the Crip identity within the Five Points / 48219 area of Detroit.

At the base of the tattoo is “SCRG” (ScoreGang), accompanied by a Star of David and a “1” embedded inside the “C,” symbolizing “Crips First” and reflecting broader Midwest Crip symbolism adopted by various Detroit-area sets. The fingers display “5PN” (Five Point Nation), referencing a local neighborhood-based alliance structure associated with the group.

Additional identifiers include “HYENA” (with a 1 in the “H” for “Hyenas first”) placed between the thumb and index finger, referencing another internal nickname or faction identifier (e.g., “Hyena Crips,” or “Hyena Gangster Crips”), and “B.S.S.” above the thumb web, standing for “Bloc Side Soldiers,” a graffiti-oriented youth crew founded by prominent high-ranking member Zahid Sekou a/k/a “Tiny Joker,” believed to predate the formation of ScoreGang itself. Within local gang culture, B.S.S. symbolism is associated with longtime membership, seniority, and status.

The tattoo also incorporates a three-point crown containing the letter “G,” referencing the internal “Gangster” rank — considered among the highest status designations within the organization. Near the lower section of the tattoo are dice displaying either a “6” configuration or two sets of “3s,” symbolizing both the group’s use of “6” symbolism and its alignment with “trey” / “3X” (“Movin Gang”) identity traditions commonly referenced within certain Crip-affiliated circles. There’s also a small “3” on the nail of the thumb, likely meant to represent “Treys.”

Photographed in Detroit, Michigan, USA, on May 12, 2026, against a royal blue paisley-patterned bandana background.

https://www.tumblr.com/313graffiti/812163237787451392/w7m-scoregang-scrg-gang-tattoos

What began primarily as a graffiti presence has since developed into a localized Crip-affiliated identity centered in the Five Points neighborhood, near the Redford Township border.

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Origins of ETGC (Evergreen Telegraph Gangster Crips)

Around 2018–2019, the tag ETGC began appearing in Five Points (ZIP 48219):

• E = Evergreen

• T = Telegraph

• G = Gangster

• C = Crips

The name references the Evergreen–Telegraph corridor bordering Redford and west Detroit. The acronym format mirrors Los Angeles-style Crip naming conventions, but the geography and politics are specific to Detroit’s west side.

Earliest publicly archived ETGC photos date to 2019, primarily on abandoned commercial buildings along West Seven Mile and near Grand River.

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Meaning of 83GC

By 2019–2020, 83GC became the dominant cipher.

Common interpretation:

• 83 = “Hyena” (H is the 8th letter, C is the 3rd; also stylized numerically)

• GC = Got Control

“83GC” tags frequently appear in green paint, often layered over older RR$C (“Rich Rollin 60s Crips”) or BPS (Black P. Stones) graffiti. Online photo archives and mapping uploads show approximately 250–300 publicly documented 83GC tags as of 2025, with an estimated 85% geotagged within 48219.

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The “Hyena Zone” a/k/a “BaccWest” – 24700 Block of West Seven Mile

What some locals refer to as the “Hyena Zone”—also known as “BaccWest,” a reference to its position on Detroit’s far northwest side near the Detroit–Redford border—centers on the 24700 block of Frisbee Street, widely regarded as the foundational location of the ScoreGang (SCRG) a/k/a 24700 Blocc Crips. From there, it extends south to the 24700 block of West Seven Mile Road, near the BP gas station at 24761 W. Seven Mile. This corridor is commonly identified as “BaccWest” by individuals associated with ScoreGang.

The term “Hyena” stems from members referring to themselves as “Hyenas” or “Heenz.” Within Crip-affiliated groups, descriptors like this function as identifiers—used to distinguish subsets, alliances, and localized identities within a broader national network. Some descriptors, such as “Gangster Crips,” carry wider organizational meaning and are used across multiple regions. In Detroit, ScoreGang has adopted the “Hyena” label as part of its identity. While the name overlaps with groups in other cities, it is used here in a localized context rather than indicating direct affiliation.

The “Hyena Zone” label reflects the area’s reputation as a concentrated hub of ScoreGang presence, where activity such as loitering, tagging, and other street-level offenses is frequently reported. Within local perception, it is often viewed as a contested or restricted area for rivals.

The corridor around Grand River Avenue and West Seven Mile Road—particularly near the BP gas station—has also been the site of multiple notable incidents:

• April 10, 2025: A carjacking and kidnapping occurred at the BP station (24761 W. Seven Mile Rd.) around 1 a.m., when a suspect stole a vehicle with a child inside. The suspect fled to Novi and crashed near Novi Road and I-96; the child was recovered unharmed. Following the incident, the location was shut down after authorities determined it had been operating as an unlicensed marijuana dispensary, with additional allegations involving sales to minors.

• February 9, 2023: An attempted carjacking escalated into a violent confrontation around 12:30 a.m. A man in his 60s resisted two suspects, stabbing both before one of them shot him, leaving him in critical condition.

• July 21, 2020: A triple shooting occurred at the same BP location. Three men sitting in a Ford Fusion became involved in an argument with individuals in another vehicle, which escalated into gunfire. All three victims were wounded but survived.

Together, these incidents contribute to the area’s notoriety and reinforce its identification in local narratives as a high-activity zone tied to ongoing street dynamics.

The 24700 Blocc Crips are consistently identified in local documentation as a foundational component within W7M ScoreGang, a Detroit-based street gang active in the Five Points area of northwest Detroit (48219 ZIP code). The 24700 Blocc Crips are most closely tied to the 24700 block of Frisbee Street (their founding location) and the surrounding blocks near Five Points Street, just north of West Seven Mile Road.

Community accounts and documented references frequently point to the Five Points–Frisbee Street corridor as an early hub of W7M ScoreGang activity. As a result, the 24700 Blocc Crips are often described as foundational to the broader “24000 Blocc” identity. They are also widely credited with originating or popularizing the “ScoreGang” name, along with the “Hyena (Gangster) Crips” label commonly associated with the group.

Graffiti documented in the 24700–24800 block range of Frisbee Street includes identifiers such as “ETGC” (Evergreen–Telegraph Gangster Crips), “83GC,” “83G,” “ScoreGang,” “24K BLOCC,” and “Westside GC.” These markings appear along Frisbee Street, Grandview Street, and adjacent corridors within the Five Points area of northwest Detroit. An “ETGC” tag remains visible on structures in the 24800 block of Frisbee, reinforcing the block’s continued symbolic association with W7M ScoreGang.

The 24600 and 24700 Blocc Crips are frequently referenced in graffiti “roll call” clusters across Five Points, Detroit. These tagged name lists act as public-facing block identifiers, linking specific individuals and aliases to defined territories within the 48219 area. Documented graffiti includes names such as “Joker,” “Syxx,” “Bleu,” “M-Loc,” “Maniac,” “Janky,” “Lil-Loko,” “SP-Loc,” “Grimey,” “Dino,” “Baby Bear,” and “G-Lok,” among others associated with the 24600 and 24700 Blocc sets.

“Joker,” also known as “Tiny Joker” (Zahid Sekou / Tiny Gangster Joker), is widely identified as a prominent founding member of the 24700 Blocc Crips—the original core set. He is often credited with coining the local “ScoreGang” name and is frequently cited as a key firsthand source on the group’s origins, structure, and activities, particularly in relation to the broader 5Point Nation Crips (5PN) alliance.

Within the broader northwest Detroit tag-war landscape, the 24600 and 24700 Blocc Crips are frequently described as visible participants in graffiti-based territorial exchanges along West Seven Mile Road and surrounding residential blocks. Nearby areas farther south in Five Points, including Winston Street and Fenton Street (often associated with the 24500 Blocc Crips), have also appeared in public crime reporting and ShotSpotter data related to activity in the 48219 corridor.

The 24500–24700 block corridor near the Detroit–Redford border is often referred to in local narratives as part of “BaccWest,” a west-side identity tied to the Evergreen and Telegraph Roads axis. Community-produced Detroit street media in 2025 has referenced additional branding terms such as “TeLA” and “LA County” in connection with this northwest Detroit W7M ScoreGang footprint.

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From ETGC to ScoreGang

Locals began referring to ETGC as ScoreGang (pronounced “Sko-Gang”). The dropped “r” reflects Detroit speech patterns and reinforces internal identity within Five Points.

The name “ScoreGang” is frequently linked to Five Points itself—where “five points” is interpreted as a “score.” Members often identify as:

• 5Pointers

• Hyenas

• 5Pointer Crips

The Hyena identity appears prominently in graffiti through ciphers like “83G” and “83GC.”

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Timeline: 2016–2025 Graffiti Shift

2016

RR$C dominates Five Points walls. Tags include “60s,” “Rich Rollin 60s NHC,” and “6×10.”

2019

Consistent ETGC tags begin appearing along West Seven Mile and near Grand River.

2020–2023

83GC becomes the dominant Hyena identifier. Green tags frequently replace or cross older RR$C markings.

2024

Heavy cross-outs documented. BPS pyramids scratched over 83GC. “60K” appears layered over Hyena tags. Online observers begin labeling the conflict “8Trays vs. BPS.”

2025

Tag battles spill online via YouTube clips and Instagram posts labeled “W7M ETGC (ScoreGang Crips).” Public discussion increases while citywide violent crime trends downward.

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Tag Wars: 83GC vs RR$C vs BPS

Publicly archived imagery shows:

• Most 83GC tags appear over former Rollin 60s walls.

• Cross-outs primarily attributed to BPS (~60%) and RR$C (~30%) based on visible counter-markings.

• Common strike-throughs include “CK,” “3K,” and “GK.”

Estimated documented property damage from visible tagging clusters falls in the moderate five-figure range ($80,000–$100,000), concentrated rather than citywide.

Law enforcement sources typically label the group as a “spinoff of the crips.” Locally, names like Hyenas, 8Trays, and ScoreGang are more common.

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5Point Nation (5PN) Alignment

Over time, ScoreGang became associated with a loose west-side alignment sometimes referred to as 5Point Nation Crips (5PN)—a network of smaller Crip-affiliated sets active across:

• Five Points

• Seven Mile–Rogue

• Berg–Lahser

• Surrounding West Seven Mile corridors

This reflects post-2010s fragmentation rather than a single centralized structure.

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Post-RICO Fragmentation on Detroit’s West Side

Following federal and local RICO indictments in the mid-to-late 2010s, several established Detroit groups were disrupted. In the vacuum, smaller localized identities and graffiti-driven affiliations became more visible.

Public tagging activity suggests that ETGC/83GC filled portions of the symbolic territory once dominated by RR$C and other west-side sets. Rather than large-scale centralized crews, the landscape shifted toward fragmented neighborhood-based identities.

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Graffiti as Urban Memory

Police continue to categorize gang-related graffiti as distinct from street art due to territorial implications. At the same time, archived imagery increasingly frames these tags as markers of neighborhood transition.

In Five Points, the walls function as a layered record:

• RR$C dominance (mid-2010s)

• ETGC emergence (2019)

• 83GC expansion (2020–2023)

• Cross-out cycles (2024–2025)

What remains consistent is the medium: spray paint as territorial communication.

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TL;DR

The W7M ScoreGang Crips—also known as the (W7M) 24700 Blocc Crips, (W7M) Hyena Crips or (W7M) 83GC—emerged around 2019 in Five Points (48219) on Detroit’s west side, on the 24700 block of Frisbee street, near the corner of Five Points street. Originally tagging as “ETGC” (Evergreen Telegraph Gangster Crips), the group expanded through “83GC” graffiti along West Seven Mile, frequently replacing older RR$C and BPS markings. Their rise reflects Detroit’s post-RICO fragmentation era, where localized graffiti crews evolved into neighborhood-based identities.

The image in this post is licensed via Alamy.

Image Details

Contributor: Five Points Neighborhood Photos

Image ID: 3BWYN46

Date Taken: April 17, 2024

Location: West Seven Mile Road & Lenore Avenue, Detroit, MI

Coordinates: 42.42877° N, 83.28120° W

Resolution: 3024 × 4032 px (300 dpi)

Print Size: 25.6 × 34.1 cm | 10.1 × 13.4 in

There’s also an image save from reddit: [via Reddit’s r/GangInk community] Documentary photograph of a forearm gang tattoo depicting a three-finger hand sign, with “ETG” inscribed on the fingernails, including a “3” overlapping the “T” and a “1” within the “G.” Above the hand sign is “SCRG” lettering, incorporating a prominent “1” within the “C” and “G,” while “W7M” is inscribed across the base of the design. Photographed against a navy blue paisley patterned bandana backdrop.

People online act like LA froze in the 90s — like everyone born after ’94 was still ducking drive-bys before first period and living in a never-ending Boyz N The Hood cutscene. But if you were actually growing up here in the mid-to-late 2000s, you know that’s not the truth.

The energy didn’t disappear — it just shifted.

Less theatrical.

More human.

Still heavy, but in that quiet, everyday way the internet never sees.

When I was at Fremont from ’06 to ’10, living with my aunt on 74th and San Pedro, I saw the real shape of the neighborhood — not the caricature people online think they “research.” My aunt lived right across from that little 73GC-associated apartment cluster, but it wasn’t some sprawling, militant fortress. It was like 10–15 dudes who grew up together, hung out, blasted music, tagged the building sometimes…regular neighborhood presence. Real, but not mythical.

My walk to school wasn’t some action movie either — but it wasn’t innocent. Me and my homie Pete walked down San Pedro every morning. We got pressed more than a few times by dudes from the Mad Swan Bloods — 77th and 79th cliques — checking us for tatts, banging their street names on us even though they knew we weren’t gangbangers. Sometimes they’d try to recruit. Sometimes they were just doing too much. And there were the ugly run-ins with F13 members too.

But you know who never pressed us once?

73GC.

Not once.

People online swear they were some massive terror cell, but anyone from the area knows they were the smallest presence out of the gangs around Florence.

Because that era — the mid-2000s — was this strange aftershock period. The 80s crack wave and 90s retaliation cycles had scorched everything already. My generation inherited the smoke, not the fire. Gang life was still around, but it wasn’t at its fever pitch. It wasn’t cinematic. It was more like background radiation — present, shaping things, but woven into regular life.

And the identity piece?

It wasn’t Hollywood.

It wasn’t body counts.

It wasn’t a YouTube summary.

It was cultural. Familial. Geographic. The kind of thing you understood because you lived it, not because it was explained to you.

And then came the 2009 injunction.

People online treat that injunction like an album rollout. Like being named in there makes your set “legendary.” But anyone who lived through it knows there was nothing glamorous about that time.

It was fear.

It was curfews.

It was harassment.

It was parents stressing.

It was kids who couldn’t even stand outside without catching heat.

It wasn’t a badge of honor — it was the city labeling entire neighborhoods a nuisance.

And the wildest part?

The internet can’t even get the basics right.

The injunction wasn’t built around 73GC.

The main targets were Mad Swan Bloods and Florencia 13 — the big, established sets with numbers and deep history in the area. Everyone who lived in the Florence neighborhood knows that. That’s not “my opinion”; that’s what the community experienced.

73GC was listed, sure — but as a small, local set:

7-Trey Hustlers / Gangster Crips

(aka 7-Trey Hustlers, 73 Hustlers, 7-Trey Gangsters, 7-Trey Gangsta)

That’s it.

No legendary aliases.

No mythical “deadly movin gangster crips.”

No westside super-set.

Just the names people already knew, tied to a small hood that was present but never the neighborhood’s center of gravity.

And that brings me to the biggest internet rewrite of all:

the imaginary “Westside 73 Gangster Crips.”

If you actually lived in LA — walked these blocks, had family on both sides of the 110, knew who was where and why — you know that westside version never existed. Not in documentation. Not in history. Not in street reality. Maybe someone typed it once online, but it never materialized in the city itself.

So when an online-only group like WSDMGC73 pops up in 2025 trying to cosplay as some resurrected “legendary westside faction,” it’s disrespectful on a different level. Not because anyone’s defending gangs — but because they’re rewriting memories that don’t belong to them. They’re remixing trauma and neighborhood history into content.

Growing up in South LA then wasn’t lore.

It wasn’t an aesthetic.

It wasn’t a vibe for someone else’s rebrand.

It was kids walking to school hoping today wasn’t the day someone stopped them.

It was hearing older cousins talk about how bad the 90s really were.

It was knowing which blocks were tense and which ones were cool without ever needing a map.

It was families trying to raise kids while the city was still healing from decades of chaos.

So yeah — when people fabricate factions, glorify injunctions, or claim histories they never lived?

It hits different.

Because for the ones who were actually outside back then?

It’s not fanfiction.

It’s not content.

It’s not a blank page waiting to be rewritten.

It’s our childhood.

Our neighborhood.

Our lived reality.

I just went down the biggest rabbit hole you could ever think of, and yet it’s not what you think.

Rush E

Rush E had originally come from the Markiplier “E meme” and to troll pianists, and THAT came from Rush B, which had originated from the “B meme,” which had also originated from gang culture.

Let me explain. Or rather, these articles.