The Perris Syndicate Operating in the shadows of Perris, California, The Perris Syndicate is a ruthless and highly organized criminal empire that has swiftly risen to dominance in Riverside County. Led by the enigmatic and feared Bishop "Wham" Davenport, this syndicate is not just another street gang—it is a paramilitary-style crime organization with deep roots in narcotics trafficking, arms smuggling, extortion, and high-stakes robbery. Origins & Rise to Power Emerging in the late 2010s, The Perris Syndicate began as a network of small-time criminals and former military personnel who saw an opportunity in the growing instability of Southern California’s underworld. Bishop Davenport, a former enforcer for a now-defunct cartel offshoot, seized control in 2021 after orchestrating a violent coup against rival factions. Under his rule, the syndicate evolved into a corporate-like crime empire, employing a mix of brutal enforcement and strategic alliances with both corrupt officials and international smuggling rings. Structure & Operations Unlike traditional gangs, The Perris Syndicate operates with strict hierarchy and military-style discipline. Its ranks include former special forces operatives, outlaw bikers, cartel defectors, and tech-savvy cybercriminals who handle the syndicate’s growing presence in black market arms dealing and cryptocurrency laundering. Narcotics & Arms Trade: The syndicate maintains a firm grip on drug distribution hubs throughout Riverside County, moving high-grade fentanyl, methamphetamine, and designer drugs into Los Angeles, San Diego, and Las Vegas. Additionally, its arms trafficking operation supplies illicit firearms and custom weaponry to both domestic criminals and international buyers. Contract Killings & Enforcement: The organization employs a specialized unit of hitmen and enforcers, known internally as the "Vultures," who eliminate threats and maintain order through assassinations, kidnappings, and shock intimidation tactics. Cybercrime & Financial Manipulation: The Perris Syndicate has evolved beyond street crime, investing in crypto laundering, dark web fraud operations, and identity theft schemes to ensure financial stability and long-term expansion. Public & Political Corruption: Through bribery, blackmail, and deep-rooted connections within law enforcement and local government, The Perris Syndicate has ensured that many of its operations remain shielded from direct federal intervention. The Leader: Bishop "Wham" Davenport A name spoken with both fear and reverence, Bishop Davenport, known on the streets as "Wham," is a cold, calculating, and unrelenting force in the criminal underworld. Born and raised in the rough outskirts of Perris, Davenport built his empire with ruthless efficiency and a strategic mind that blends military precision with the savage cunning of a street warlord. Current Influence & Future Goals Despite pressure from the FBI, ATF, and local task forces, The Perris Syndicate continues to expand its reach into Los Angeles, Nevada, and even cartel-held territories in Mexico. With the collapse of rival gangs and growing federal investigations into organized crime, Bishop Davenport sees an opportunity to turn The Perris Syndicate into a national criminal empire—one that cannot be touched, infiltrated, or stopped. The streets of Southern California belong to The Perris Syndicate. And Bishop Davenport intends to keep it that way.