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Suspicious Activity is defined as any observed behavior that could indicate terrorism or terrorism-related criminal activity. This includes, but
is not limited to:
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Unusual items or situations: A vehicle is parked in an odd location, a package/luggage is unattended, a window/door is open that is usually closed, or other
out-of-the-ordinary situations occur.
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Eliciting information: A person questions individuals at a level beyond curiosity about a building’s purpose, operations, security procedures and/or
personnel, shift changes, etc.
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Observation/surveillance: Someone pays unusual attention to facilities or buildings beyond a casual or professional interest. This includes extended
loitering without explanation (particularly in concealed locations); unusual, repeated, and/or prolonged observation of a building (e.g., with binoculars or
video camera); taking notes or measurements; counting paces; sketching floor plans, etc.
Some of these activities could be innocent—it's up to law enforcement to determine whether the behavior warrants investigation. The
activities above are not all-inclusive, but have been compiled based on studies of pre-operational aspects of both successful and thwarted
terrorist events over several years.
Protecting Citizens' Civil Rights & Civil Liberties
The "If You See Something, Say Something®" campaign respects citizens' privacy, civil rights, and civil liberties by emphasizing behavior,
rather than appearance, in identifying suspicious activity.
Factors such as race, ethnicity, and/or religious affiliation are not suspicious. The public should only report suspicious behavior and situations
(e.g., an unattended backpack or package, or someone breaking into a restricted area). Only reports that document behavior that is
reasonably indicative of criminal activity related to terrorism will be shared with federal partners.
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