Guest DrTom Report post Posted June 24, 2002 This was part of a security bulletin we received at work. This is the profile of a terrorist, which we can't use to actually look for them, of course, since some people might get their knickers in a twist. The following is NON-CLASSIFIED, btw. Characteristics of a Suicide Terrorist The following information has been excerpted from an Independent Advisory paper for the Behavioral Analysis Program, National Security Division, FBI. It is not all inclusive, and individual traits will vary from person to person and even within a clandestine cell. Although these characteristics have been observed from past suicide terrorists, future suicide terrorist operations in the US will be determined by the terrorist leadership and cell member handlers, lessons learned from successful and unsuccessful operations, and their assessment of their vulnerability to detection and capture. Long Term, More Stable Characteristics · Arabic male, age 18-45, probably single. · Mobile lifestyle, meaning he has not lived in one place for more than 12-18 months; travel to and associations with known or suspected terrorist cells, sponsors, or supportive countries. · Immigrated to the US, legally or not, within the past 5 years. · Appears to have average or above average intelligence, but shows no strong interest in accumulation of material goods or career development. · Later in life (30 years or older) in a job, such as aviation, that typically involves males of a younger age: or older life involvement in typically younger life activities, e.g. a 40 year old attending graduate school on a student visa. · Only socializes with other single Arab males. · Questionable or unknown sources of income. · Women and children, if present in life, are secondary activity to male bonding. · Evasive when questioned concerning past history and future plans; or such information is not realistic or verifiable. · Use of aliases. · Educated; excellent English as a second language. · Conspicuous adaptation to western values and culture. · Expends energy to not stand out as a Muslim, despite professed Islamic beliefs. · Evidence of boundary probing; behaviors which approximate or gather intelligence for terrorist act to come. · Short term characteristics are based on their certainties for him: 1) he will commit suicide, 2) he will kill others, 3) he will be a hero and welcomed like his predecessors into heaven. · Increased frequency of prayer and religious behavior as the event approaches. · Leakage of his own fantasies concerning his immortality, his joining of other martyrs, and special relationship with his God to third parties he trusts. · This process of indoctrination and purification is done at the same time as the final aspects of the logistical operation are completed. Suicide Indicators · He may let intimates know of his plans or leave a suicide note or video. · He may give possessions away. · He may get his affairs in order and send dependents away (wife, children). · He may indulge in worldly sins near time of the terrorist event, such as sex, drugs, alcohol use. Sex will be solicited through escort services or strip bars. · Emotions will be pliable, changeable: periods of elation mixed with anger or sadness. Emotional outbursts may occur. · Pays in cash, and is indifferent to change. · May seem to be in a dreamlike state. · Acts are consistent with no future. Homicidal Indicators · Bragging to third parties, usually under the influence of alcohol, about his power, knowledge, and his dislike of the US. · Purchase of weapon or materials to use in the terrorist act. · Arrogance toward those he hates more apparent in speech and demeanor. · May have problems tolerating proximity to those he hates, e.g., waiting in checkout lines within the US. · Will engage in private ritual alone or within his cell. Behaviors could include bathing, fasting, head shaving, praying, meditation, listening to the preaching of his operator, or review of plans and preparation. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Spicy McHaggis Report post Posted June 24, 2002 And we would stupid not check out ANYONE that fits 2-3 of these characteristics. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Anubis Puppet Report post Posted June 24, 2002 · He may indulge in worldly sins near time of the terrorist event, such as sex, drugs, alcohol use. Sex will be solicited through escort services or strip bars. Guess he won't be ascending to paradise and raping seventy virgins for eternity after all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Some Guy Report post Posted June 24, 2002 And we would stupid not check out ANYONE that fits 2-3 of these characteristics. Yes we would be stupid not to, but when we do we're called Racist by the left and the Arabs. Another example of the Left allowing their idealology to get in the way of common sense. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Ripper Report post Posted June 25, 2002 I'm all for checking a person out if the fit 2-3 of those...but if they fit one or two...say they are arab and speak good English...um...speak English well...its not "Lets take away freedoms" time. But if they only fit one...say hates the US pationatly, check THAT person out....but of course if he/she isn't arab they can't possibly mean it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Spicy McHaggis Report post Posted June 25, 2002 ...its not "Lets take away freedoms" time. Call me when it happens... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Ripper Report post Posted June 25, 2002 My whole point is not wanting to see it happen. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Some Guy Report post Posted June 25, 2002 I don't think anyone will lose their rights, besides it's the Governmant's primary job to protect its citezens and to not investigate a possible terrorist would be a failure to do so. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest DrTom Report post Posted June 25, 2002 "besides it's the Governmant's primary job to protect its citezens and to not investigate a possible terrorist would be a failure to do so." You'd be surprised how many people fail to understand that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Some Guy Report post Posted June 25, 2002 No I wouldn't. I go to College and it's full of people who fail to understand it. I am saddened by it but not suprised. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites