Puro Tango Blast is a loose affiliation of regionally based Hispanic street and prison gangs from major Texas cities, formed in the 1980s for protection against established prison gangs. Unlike traditional prison gangs, it lacks a strict hierarchy and has relaxed membership requirements. Members identify with hometown cliques called Tangos, using sports team logos or area codes as tattoos. The organization is involved in drug trafficking, robbery, and other crimes.
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