Recent court appearances of young men accused of multiple robberies have sparked concern, not just for the crimes they are charged with, but for the alarming display of gang-related hand signals both before and after proceedings. These gestures, far from being innocuous, serve as coded messages tied to gang identity, territorial claims, and power dynamics. Their public exhibition, particularly in high-profile settings like courtrooms or on social media, carries grave implications. Rival gangs may interpret these signals as provocations, potentially inciting retaliation, intimidation of informants, or further violence. Even more troubling is the observation of schoolchildren mimicking these gestures on the streets, oblivious to the life-threatening risks of being misidentified as gang affiliates. This underscores the urgent need for intervention. The Royal Barbados Police Force, led by the commissioner of police, must take immediate action to prevent such displays. Measures such as handcuffing individuals behind their backs or restricting their movements during public appearances could mitigate the spread of these dangerous signals. Prison officers must also ensure that detainees cannot communicate these gestures during transportation, court appearances, or processing. The media plays a pivotal role as well. While public awareness is essential, news outlets must exercise restraint in broadcasting images that inadvertently amplify gang messaging. Parents, too, bear responsibility in educating their children about the severe consequences of imitating these gestures, which may appear harmless on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok but can signify gang affiliation. The unchecked proliferation of these signals risks normalizing gang culture and luring young people into destructive lifestyles. Urgent, coordinated efforts from law enforcement, prison authorities, the media, and parents are essential to curb this dangerous trend and safeguard communities.