Under the Streetlights: The Rise of Lennox 13

Lennox 13, also known as Lennox Trece, is a notorious street gang that originated in the unincorporated area of Lennox, California, near Los Angeles. Established in the early 1970s, the gang initially formed as a neighborhood protection group. However, over time, it evolved into a powerful and violent organization involved in various criminal activities, including drug trafficking, extortion, and murder. The gang’s influence grew rapidly, and its members became known for their fierce loyalty and brutal enforcement of territory.

In the 1980s and 1990s, Lennox 13 expanded its reach, forming alliances with other gangs and establishing a network that extended beyond California. Law enforcement agencies responded with increased efforts to dismantle the gang, leading to numerous arrests and convictions of key members. Despite these efforts, Lennox 13 remains a formidable presence in the region, with a legacy marked by both fear and a sense of community among its members. The gang’s history is a testament to the complexities of gang culture and the ongoing struggle between crime and law enforcement.

Lennox 13 now consists of approximately 650 members, with approximately 250 members regularly conducting criminal activities. The “13” stands for the letter M and was added to the gang’s name about 20 years ago when it became associated with the Mexican Mafia.

Cliques: Factions

· PWS (Pee-Wee’s) — This Group Consists of younger members typically ranging from the ages of 11–17.

· TKS (Tokers) — This Group Consists of Members who are often involved in the Drug trade.

· JKS (Jokers) — This Group Consists of Members who are responsible for carrying out orders that are given to the Gang by the Mexican Mafia.

· WNS (Winos) — This Groups involvement is conducting the Operation of Illegal Drinking Establishments.

· G’s (Gangsters) — This Group is based out of the San Gabriel Valley. Not much is known about this group.

· MXP (Mexican Power) — This group was Founded approximately around the 1950s and was Founded as a Separate Group before being added as a Faction to The Lennox 13 Gang in the 1980s.

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Lennox (LNX) is a small, predominately Latino, neighborhood located north of the LAX airport inside an unincorporated section Los Angeles County called Lennox.

The area itself is located just east of the 405 Freeway between Century Avenue (north) and the 105 Freeway (south), west to Hawthorne. Varrio Inglewood 13 is located to their north, and Varrio Tepa 13 is located to their east. One of the main rivals of Lennox 13 are the Tongan Crips (TCG).