Recently, however, law enforcement agencies in these states have stepped up efforts to crack down on these groups and prevent them from engaging in a variety of illegal activities including illegal drugs and other criminal activities. In Washington State, the Hells Angels have been a powerful force for years. However, in recent months, the group has been targeted by law enforcement officials who are determined to put a stop to their criminal activities. This includes drug trafficking, murder, and intimidation of rival gang

While the Hells Angels operate in the Pacific Northwest so does another biker gang. The Bandidos have been in a long-running feud with other rival gangs like the Hells Angels for years. However many Bandidos members also operate in Eastern and Central Washington State. While Hells Angels and Bandidos are the dominating gangs in Washington and Oregon many other gangs operate in California where the Police say there are are several biker gangs operating in the state, including the Mongols, Vagos, and Outlaws. Authorities say the Bandidos are one of the world’s largest outlaw motorcycle gangs.

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