What is if you see something say something?

"If You See Something, Say Something®" is a national campaign that raises public awareness of the indicators of terrorism and terrorism-related crime, as well as the importance of reporting suspicious activity to state and local law enforcement.
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Where did the phrase if you see something say something come from?

The "If You See Something, Say Something®" campaign was originally implemented by New York City's Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), who licensed the use of the slogan to DHS for anti-terrorism and anti-terrorism crime efforts.
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Why do I SeeSay?

Why I SeeSay Public Service Announcement. The “If You See Something, Say Something®” campaign encourages the general public to report suspicious activity to local authorities. We all have something worth protecting—our family, our friends, our community.
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What is suspicious activity?

Suspicious activity is any observed behavior that could indicate a person may be involved in a crime or about to commit a crime.
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How do you report to DHS Itoc?

Report life-threatening and non-life-threatening emergencies in federal buildings to Federal Protective Service (FPS). Report suspicious activity by calling 1-877-4FPS-411 (1-877-437-7411).
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How do I report a suspected spy?

Report Threats and Federal Crimes
  1. Fill out our Online Tips and Public Leads form at tips.fbi.gov.
  2. Call 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324)
  3. Contact your local field office or closest international office.
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What does see something something mean?

"If You See Something, Say Something™" is a national campaign that raises public awareness of the indicators of terrorism and terrorism-related crime, as well as the importance of reporting suspicious activity to state and local law enforcement.
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What do you call a person who is always suspicious?

Paranoid personality disorder (PPD) is a mental health condition marked by a pattern of distrust and suspicion of others without adequate reason to be suspicious. People with PPD are always on guard, believing that others are constantly trying to demean, harm or threaten them.
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What might a suspicious character do?

Suspicious character refers to a person who is strongly suspected or known to be a habitual criminal and therefore may be arrested or required to give security for good behavior.
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Who are SARS reported to?

The SAR is filed by the financial institution that observes suspicious activity in an account. The report is filed with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, or FinCEN, who will then investigate the incident. FinCEN is a division of the U.S. Treasury.
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Who made the quote if you see something say something?

'If you see something, say something” was born on Sept. 12, 2001. New Yorker and advertising executive Allen Kay came up with the phrase without a client in mind — he wanted to create something positive in the days after the attack on the twin towers.
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How do I report suspicious activity in NYC?

The toll-free hotline, can be reached by calling 1-866-SAFENYS or 1-866-723-3697. In New York City, residents should call the New York City Police Department's hotline, 1-888-NYCSAFE. Read more at SAFENYS / CrimeWatch.
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How do you deal with suspicious people?

Handling a Suspicious Person:

Trust your instincts; if you remain suspicious of the person & feel threatened, call Pace Security or 911. After calling, provide as much information as possible on the person's description and their direction of travel. Do not block the person's access to an exit.
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How do you identify the suspicious movement in the Neighbourhood?

Suspicious activities or behaviors may include, but are not limited to:
  1. Wandering around campus areas attempting to open multiple doors.
  2. Seeming nervous and looking over their shoulders.
  3. Entering restricted areas when not authorized or following immediately behind others into card-access areas while the door is open.
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What types of suspicious behavior would you look for at an airport?

Activity or sightings of aircraft at night or unused airstrips. Strangers trying to hire your aircraft - or those belonging to other club members. Strangers using, or seeking permission to use, your airstrip. Evidence of adaptation of aircraft for concealment purposes.
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How do I stop paranoid thoughts?

  1. Try to get enough sleep. Sleep can give you the energy to cope with difficult feelings and experiences. ...
  2. Think about your diet. Eating regularly and keeping your blood sugar stable can make a difference to your mood and energy levels. ...
  3. Try to keep active. ...
  4. Spend time in nature. ...
  5. Try doing something creative.
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What causes paranoia?

People become paranoid when their ability to reason and assign meaning to things breaks down. The reason for this is unknown. It's thought paranoia could be caused by genes, chemicals in the brain or by a stressful or traumatic life event. It's likely a combination of factors is responsible.
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What triggers paranoid personality disorder?

What Causes Paranoid Personality Disorder? The exact cause of PPD is not known, but it likely involves a combination of biological and psychological factors. The fact that PPD is more common in people who have close relatives with schizophrenia suggests a genetic link between the two disorders.
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What does it mean to see right through someone?

1a. (see through someone) to realize what someone is really like or what they are really doing and not be tricked by them. I'm not fooled that easily. I can see right through you. Synonyms and related words.
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Will see to it meaning?

Definition of see to it

: to make sure that something is done Can you see to it that everyone gets a copy of this memo?
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What is meaning of see off?

Definition of see off

1 : to go to an airport, train station, etc., with (someone who is leaving) in order to say goodbye She saw her son off at the train station. 2 British : to chase or force (someone) away from a place The police finally saw them off. 3 British : to defeat or stop (an enemy, opponent, etc.)
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What is the FBI's phone number?

Call (202) 324-3000. Public Tours - Learn how to visit The FBI Experience.
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What do spies do?

Spies usually gather information that people cannot get in ordinary or legal ways. They may buy or steal secret information from people. They may use cameras, microphones, or other technology to gather information.
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Does the FBI take tips seriously?

The FBI will conduct logical and authorized investigative activities for tips/leads that originate on the DHS website and will provide DHS with information regarding FBI actions taken on such leads via a secure connection through Law Enforcement On-Line, as appropriate.
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What does suspicious behaviour aka hostile reconnaissance refer to?

Hostile reconnaissance is the term given to the information-gathering phase conducted by those individuals or groups with malicious intent. It is a vital component of the terrorist attack planning process. Terrorism may not, however, be the only threat a site faces.
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