Gang filmed at Notting Hill Carnival

Adhering to the common troupe of gang culture. "Dem Filthy Babylon" gang members are heavily influenced by the mores of genre film. These two gang members filmed here at Notting Hill Carnival in London. Give an insight into their fantasy world, living out their delusions as if in a Sergio Leone western.

Gang members reaching for their weapons 

Photos taken at Notting Hill Carnival 2012

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Gangs operating in Notting Hill Carnival

Gang members have been operating in and around the Notting Hill Carnival for decades. Acting as a law unto themselves the steamer gangs can be identified by their all black clothing and their willingness to show their weapons in plain sight. As can be seen by "Dem Filthy Babylon" gang member in the middle of this photo 

Members of the W10 Steamer Gang known locally as 

"Dem Filthy Babylon"

choose their next victim at Notting Hill Carnival

Another gang member this time attempting to disguise herself as a mid 90s raver. Uses a metal bar which is inserted into the mouth of a large animal then pulled back violently (see the whitening of the knuckles) with leather straps. In a successful attempt at intimidating local residents attending the annual Children's Day at Notting Hill Carnival 

Notting Hill Carnival

Or we will crush you until your wee comes out

Nicola begins to merge into his surroundings Notting Hill Carnival