3.520 Bomb Threats Flashcards
What is the purpose of the Southern Nevada Counter Terrorism Center (SNCTC)?
Responsible for investigations of all located explosives, bomb threats, extortions, and other related terrorism activities.
Includes weapons of mass destruction, biological agents, chemical agents, radioactive agents, toxins, and delivery systems.
What is a bomb extortion?
A demand for material value or services where an explosive device is indicated as a means of perpetrating the extortion.
This situation involves robbery rather than a defined terrorist activity.
Define ‘bomb threat’.
The expression of an intention to detonate an explosive device.
What does CBRNE stand for?
Chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive incidents.
What is an explosive detector dog (EDD)?
Trained to find the presence of explosive substances, firearms, and ammunition.
EDDs can search various locations such as offices, vehicles, and schools.
What is meant by ‘unattended item’?
Any item that does not outwardly appear suspicious or threatening and cannot be associated with a communicated threat.
Define ‘weapon of mass destruction’ (WMD).
Any weapon that creates a great risk of death or serious bodily injury through the release of toxic chemicals, biological agents, or radiation.
What are suspicious items?
Items identified as potentially containing CBRNE material requiring specialized evaluation.
Indicators include unusual wires, visible components, or strange odors.
What is the purpose of the 25-foot and 100-foot searches?
To protect first responders from possible devices upon arrival.
What is the initial action of a patrol officer upon receiving a bomb threat?
Perform an initial threat assessment and respond to the scene.
What should be done if a bomb threat is called in against LVMPD headquarters?
Maintain radio silence and ensure operations are not disrupted without justification.
What are explosive materials?
Any chemical compound or device that functions by explosion, including dynamite and detonators.
What is an improvised explosive device (IED)?
A homemade explosive device designed to maim, harass, or kill.
IEDs can include modified military ordnance and homemade explosives.
What is a dispersal device?
Any device that disperses chemical, biological, radiological, or nuclear material to cause harm.
What should department personnel do upon finding an explosive device?
Not handle or touch the device and remain available for communication with ARMOR.
What is the role of ARMOR in bomb threat situations?
To coordinate the appropriate resources and assess explosive devices.
What is a ‘5-Line Report’ in the context of bomb threats?
A report detailing the specific location, unit number, threat assessment, description of the item, and protective measures taken.
True or False: The LVMPD personnel will make decisions regarding compliance with extortion demands.
False.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is responsible for maintaining intelligence information on bomb threats and related activities.
Southern Nevada Counter Terrorism Center (SNCTC)
What should be done if suspicious items are located?
Request ARMOR for further investigation and avoid radio transmissions near the device.
What should individuals locating an explosive device do?
Remain available for direct communication with an ARMOR supervisor.
What is the role of ARMOR when a suspicious object is identified as a suspected explosive device?
Coordinate appropriate resources to ‘render safe’ the item.
What should be done after an explosive device is rendered safe?
An Explosive Detection Dog (EDD) should be called to search for a second device.
What is the initial action of a patrol officer upon arriving at the scene of a suspicious package?
Conduct a preliminary investigation.
What does the FBI Bomb Threat Stand-Off Card provide?
Recommended distances for establishing a perimeter.
What must happen if a potential explosion is identified in a high-rise building?
Evacuate at least two floors above and below the device.
True or False: Individuals are allowed to remain in the mandatory evacuation zone if they are not in immediate danger.
False.
What are the responsibilities of ARMOR upon arriving at the scene?
Assess the situation, recommend evacuation perimeter, and coordinate with Counter Terrorism Section.
What should not be released to anyone outside law enforcement regarding explosive devices?
Type of explosive, components, packaging, method used to detonate, opinions on why the device detonated or did not, investigative techniques.
What actions should be taken at the scene of a detonation?
Utilize extreme caution, conduct searches for second devices, and ensure the area is secure.
What is the minimum perimeter established by patrol officers at a detonation scene?
At least a 300-foot perimeter.
What role does ARMOR play in post-blast investigations?
Become the primary investigative unit and coordinate with Homicide Section if deaths are involved.
Fill in the blank: The EDD should be used to clear the crime scene prior to personnel entering and conducting __________.
[investigations].
What should be done with evidence at the post-blast scene?
Protect the scene and recover fragile items that may have been blown away.
What is the responsibility of the Crime Scene Investigations (CSI) Section?
Respond to the scene and recover and photograph evidence as directed by ARMOR personnel.
What should not be handled or impounded by officers?
Live explosives, except to accept a small sample for analysis.
Presidential Decision Directive 39 (PDD 39) assigns ______ as the primary agency for all terrorist incidents.
the FBI
A demand for material value or services in which an explosive device is indicated as a means of perpetrating the extortion. This is a situation where the clear intent is robbery and not associated with a defined terrorist activity.
bomb extortion
Any explosive, incendiary, overpressure device, all improvised explosive devices, military ordnance, and commercial explosive.
destructive device
Any item (package, luggage, vehicle, etc.) identified as potentially containing chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, or explosive material that requires specialized equipment and training to further evaluate. Suspicious indicators are based upon the prevailing and/or communicated threat, placement and proximity of the item(s) to people and valuable assets, and more tangible aspects including but not limited to; unexplainable wires or electronics, other visible IED components; unusual sounds, vapors, mists, powders, liquids, odors, etc.
suspicious item
Any item (package, luggage, vehicle) that does not outwardly present itself as suspicious or threatening in nature; cannot be associated with a communicated threat; is not positioned to avoid observation and/or detection where people congregate; and critical assets are present. The owner may not be readily determined or located; however, there is usually a plausible explanation as to why the item was left unattended (e.g., a toy where children may have recently played, a briefcase or small backpack in a toilet facility or, a piece of luggage at a transportation venue in a non-high traffic pedestrian area).
unattended item
All decisions regarding compliance with extortion demands will be made by _____________________.
the representative of the establishment
