Active Shooter Flashcards
What are “soft targets”
places that carry limited security
What is an active shooter
FBI defines an active shooter as one of more individuals in a random or systematic killing spree demo intent to harm others with firearms
What is the goal of an active shooter?
Mass murder, not traditional criminal acts
What are some of the certain TRAITS that are common to active shooters?
Socially isolated
Feelings of hate/anger
History of mental illness
Why is it difficult to identify shooters prior to their actions?
Because very few have previous arrests for violent crimes
What are common FACTORS to active shooters?
loss of relationships
changes in finances, termination from jobs
changes in living
major adverse changes in life
victim of bullying or humiliation or rejection
How do active shooters show their desire to hurt others?
Social media posts
journal writings
Statements made to others
What did previous active shooters training focus on?
containing a threat while waiting for SWAT
What are current active shooters tactics focused on?
Immediately locating the shooter, neutralizing them and then assisting with the injured
