Gang Violence
Gangs are associations of three or more individuals who adopt a group identity in order to create an atmosphere of fear or intimidation.
While being part of a gang is dangerous, escaping from a gang family may be even more so. Gangs typically don’t want members to leave because there’s a fear of betrayal – that they’ll expose what they know to law enforcement or even a rival gang. While getting out of gang life isn’t easy, it is possible with persistence, support and the right resources. Learn where to turn to break free of a gang in Stark County.
Stark County TASC (Treatment Accountability for Safer Communities)
Stark County TASC partners with all areas of the juvenile justice system to offer programs designed to reduce criminal activities and substance use. Reach out today for information and referrals.
North Canton, OH 44720
Victim/Witness Division of the Stark County Prosecutor's Office
Suite 510
Canton, OH 44702
Alliance Police Department
Alliance, OH 44601
Beach City Police Department
302 North Church St.Beach City, OH 44608
Canal Fulton Police Department
- Emergency Police/Fire Assistance: 911
- Police Administration: 330-854-2926
Canal Fulton, OH 44614
Canton Police Department
221 3rd St. SWCanton, OH 44702
East Canton Police Department
130 Cedar St. SEast Canton, OH 44730
Hartville Police Department
- For Emergencies, call: 9-1-1
- 24 Hour Dispatch Service: 330.877.2500
- Police Department Fax: 234.281.0003
Suite 200
Hartville, OH 44632
Jackson Township Police Department
Massillon, OH 44646
Lawrence Township Police Department
5830 Manchester Ave. NWNorth Lawrence, OH 44666
Louisville Police Department
1150 West Main St.Louisville, OH 44641
Magnolia Police Department
328 North Main St.Magnolia, OH 44643
Marlboro Township Police Department
7344 Edison St. NEHartville, OH 44632
Massillon Police Department
2 James Duncan Plz.Massillon, OH 44646
Minerva Police Department
- Provides several educational programs through the Minerva Local School District.
- We work with Community Safety Net to provide books to school children in which our SRO Tony Albertoni will read to the children, and each child is provided with a book.
- Business safety trainings
- Elderly/Veteran Watch Program: We provide welfare checks on those who reside alone.
- This program works with several businesses and non-profit organizations that provide donations such as food, clothing, payment of bills, mental health resources, etc.
Minerva, OH 44657
North Canton Police Department
145 North Main St.North Canton, OH 44720
Perry Township Police Department
622 Genoa Ave. SWMassillon, OH 44646
Stark County Sheriff’s Office
Canton, OH 44705
Plain Township Police Department
Plain Township Police DepartmentCanton, OH 44702
Uniontown Police Department
1635 Edison St. NWUniontown, OH 44685
Wilmot Police Department
300 Massillon St.Wilmot, OH 44689
Is someone you know feeling pressure to join a local gang? Are you being enticed or maybe even threatened to become a recruit yourself? Even though gang involvement may seem like it provides safety, protection and a sense of belonging, the truth is that gangs are dangerous and can limit your future success. Remember, you do have a choice, and there’s a community of support behind you.
Boystown
National hotline number and resources for teens in crisis.
Crisis Lifeline
- Call or text: 988
- Chat on website: www.988lifeline.org
- Or call: 330-452-6000
- Press 1 for Veterans support or 2 for Spanish-speaking.
Gang activity has been steadily increasing over the past 25 years, and in Stark County, our schools are no exception. In fact, gangs can affect any school – big or small, private or public, suburban or urban. Fortunately, local school officials are taking steps to control gang activity and making valuable contributions to reducing the problem in our community overall. Contact your local school district.
There are many risk factors that can contribute to adolescents joining a gang. Among them is a history of gang involvement in the family or violence in the home. However, resources and supports are available to help gang members and their families turn away from the gang lifestyle. If you suspect your child is involved in youth violence, look to local Stark County agencies for help.
American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Guide for families of youth at risk for gang involvement.
Gang Involvement Prevention
Resources and information to help prevent and respond to youth gang activity.
Prevention Institute: Preventing Violence
Resources from Prevention Institute about preventing violence.
