(U) As many active shooting incidents indicate a level of pre-planning, the following is a not all inclusive list of behavioral indicators that may suggest pre-operational planning in active shooter incidents. Several indicators may indicate a heightened threat. • (U) Increased advocacy of violence, erratic, unsafe, or aggressive behaviors; • (U) Idolizing previous active shooting.. read more →
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