DPTMS Antiterrorism Primer

Current world events have forced Americans to raise their awareness of suspicious activity while at work and in their daily lives.
On military installations across the United States, antiterrorism measures are implemented daily. It is essential for residents and workers on those installations to be able to recognize suspicious activity and report it to the proper authorities.
Richard Blackledge, Belvoir's installation antiterrorism officer at the Directorate of Plans, Mobilization and Security identified actions that are deemed suspicious and what residents or employees should do should they witness them.
"If anyone sees an individual hanging around a gate, writing, taking photographs, then they are obligated to report that activity by calling 805-3105," Blackledge said. "Also if citizens see a car parked in the same spot everyday for extended periods and witness individuals asking about important facilities or following people with badges, they should also report it."
Lt. Gen. James Thurman, the Army deputy chief of staff, G-3/5/7 stated in the antiterrorism strategic plan that awareness and vigilance is our most certain defense.
"Remaining vigilant in all activities, maintaining situational awareness of your surroundings at all times and taking security measures to reduce vulnerability are a necessary part of our daily lives at home as well in theaters of operation," Thurman said.
Blackledge said Belvoir's antiterrorism office offers antiterrorism awareness classes and country threat briefs for individuals leaving the continental U.S.
"It is essential for all residents and employees of this installation to always be aware of their surroundings and notify law enforcement of any potential suspicious activity," Blackledge said.
If you witness any suspicious activity, please call 703-805-3105.