Don’t let fear silence you. Reporting isn’t about suspicion—it’s about safety. You don’t need proof, just reasonable concern. As White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said, “The American people are the greatest asset in keeping our nation secure.” Share this mindset with your community—schools, workplaces, and civic groups can adopt DHS training to spot threats. Together, we can build a culture of vigilance, not paranoia, ensuring no threat slips through.
"See Something, Say Something" Successes Include:
Circuit City Clerk, Fort Dix Attack Plot (2007):
A clerk at a Circuit City store in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, reported suspicious DVDs brought in for duplication, showing men firing weapons and chanting jihadist slogans. The FBI was alerted, leading to an investigation that uncovered a plot by six men, inspired by jihadist videos, to attack Fort Dix military base and kill soldiers. The plot was disrupted, resulting in five convictions for conspiracy and life sentences for three Duka brothers.
Cab Driver, New York City ISIS-Inspired Plot (2017):
A New York City cab driver reported a passenger’s suspicious behavior, including inquiries about crowded locations and references to extremist ideologies. The tip led to an FBI investigation, uncovering an ISIS-inspired plot to conduct a vehicular attack in Manhattan. The suspect was arrested before executing the plan, preventing potential casualties in a high-traffic area.
Social Media User, Oklahoma City Election Day Plot (2024):
An individual reported concerning online posts by a suspect in Oklahoma City, who was communicating with an Islamic State member, likely from the Khorasan Province (ISKP), about attacking polling stations on Election Day. The tip, flagged via social media monitoring, led to FBI intervention, disrupting the plot and arresting the suspect before any attack could occur.
These cases demonstrate the power of ordinary citizens—store clerks, community members, cab drivers, and online observers—in preventing terror attacks. By reporting suspicious activities through channels like local police, tips.fbi.gov, or the DHS “See Something, Say Something” app, they enabled law enforcement to act swiftly, saving countless lives.
This is your call to action. See something, say something, and stand tall as a protector of our nation.
