Criminals and Terrorist have similarities in the way they plan to commit crimes yet, there poses a distinct difference in the act of motivation. Criminals are usually motivated by greed; whereas, Terrorist are motivated by religious and political ideologies, which encompasses short and long-term goals (Clarke, R.V. & Newman, G. R., 2008). Some of the key components that are considered by Criminals and Terrorist include, the target of choice, the method and tools required to perform the act, and opportunity (Clarke, R.V. & Newman, G. R., 2008). Terrorism can come in many shapes, forms, and fashions; all of which are governed by the benefits of the act and the opportunity to attack. The degree and level of attack can pose damages that are far more extensive than the attack itself. Terrorist work in groups because of the extremities in which they have to go to carry out their attacks. The more important the targeted infrastructure, the more time it will require to plan for the attack as well as extended resources, funding, technology, and skills (Clarke, R.V. & Newman, G. R., 2008). The uncertainty of not knowing how, when, and where an act of terrorism will take places poses multiple risk for first responders in the mist of countering or responding to an international terrorist event on U. S. soil. Characteristics of Terrorist Terrorist look for exposed, important, symbolic, legitimate, and occupied infrastructures that have weaknesses and are easy or considered indestructible to destroy and they use multiple forms of tactics to carry out their mission (Clarke, R.V. & Newman, G. R., 2008). Some of these tactics include vehicle and suicide bombings, improvised explosive devices, letter bombs, radiological dispersal devices, chemical/nuclear/biological attacks, assassinations, sniper attacks, ambushes, drive-by shooting, hostage takings, kidnappings, airline, train, and ship hijackings, and rocket and missile attacks (Clarke, R.V.
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& Newman, G. R., 2008).
Risks First Responders Face in Countering and Responding to international Terrorist Events First responders are trained professionals and have knowledge of guidelines such as those noted by the NRF on how to respond to various types of disasters and emergencies (Department of Homeland Security, 2016).
They are usually the first individuals to arrive on the scene when an incident has been dispatched or witnessed. Most of the time, when they arrive on the scene, they are unsure of exactly what it is they are dealing with so, observation and skills is what usually kicks in along with fear and emotional dismay. When responding to a terrorist attack, the attack can be of any combination of tactics, including but, not limited to prior and delayed bombs and detonations, chemical, biological, radiological/nuclear exposure, sniper, or suicide bombing attempts (Department of Homeland Security, 2016). They arrive with the intent of conducting the THIRA process, which invokes them …show more content…
It is no secret that terrorist continue to recruit, train, regroup, and improvise in strategy and methods to cause damage, harm, and fear, which is why it is imperative that the U. S. be vigilant with such a threat and use every means necessary to address this ongoing issue.
Weakness on behalf of the U. S. as a whole has been noted as a key component in terrorists being able to achieve their attacks on important infrastructures and civilians and has since the 9/11 attacks, been recognized and addressed via enhancements to strategic methods, training, and communication amongst foreign partners, state, local, and federal agencies, tribal, and private sector to increase efficiency and effectiveness in prevention, detection, and
& Newman, G. R., 2008).
Risks First Responders Face in Countering and Responding to international Terrorist Events First responders are trained professionals and have knowledge of guidelines such as those noted by the NRF on how to respond to various types of disasters and emergencies (Department of Homeland Security, 2016).
They are usually the first individuals to arrive on the scene when an incident has been dispatched or witnessed. Most of the time, when they arrive on the scene, they are unsure of exactly what it is they are dealing with so, observation and skills is what usually kicks in along with fear and emotional dismay. When responding to a terrorist attack, the attack can be of any combination of tactics, including but, not limited to prior and delayed bombs and detonations, chemical, biological, radiological/nuclear exposure, sniper, or suicide bombing attempts (Department of Homeland Security, 2016). They arrive with the intent of conducting the THIRA process, which invokes them …show more content…
It is no secret that terrorist continue to recruit, train, regroup, and improvise in strategy and methods to cause damage, harm, and fear, which is why it is imperative that the U. S. be vigilant with such a threat and use every means necessary to address this ongoing issue.
Weakness on behalf of the U. S. as a whole has been noted as a key component in terrorists being able to achieve their attacks on important infrastructures and civilians and has since the 9/11 attacks, been recognized and addressed via enhancements to strategic methods, training, and communication amongst foreign partners, state, local, and federal agencies, tribal, and private sector to increase efficiency and effectiveness in prevention, detection, and