Although the terrorist attempts to instill fear in you, it is your vigilance that the terrorist fears most. Be Our Eyes And Ears No police department can affectively protect life and property without the support of the citizens it serves. The NYPD has achieved major reductions in crime by targeting criminal behavior. Not individuals. We urge you to use the same standard when assisting us to detect and prevent future terrorist attacks. Terrorist Indicators Terrorists are trained to blend in and assimilate to their surroundings. Most terrorist acts are well organized and well planned.  Terrorists will conduct training, surveillance and "dry runs" prior to the commission of a terrorist act. Terrorists strike at government and civilian targets to instill fear Community Support Be alert aware of everyday activities in your neighborhood Get your family, friends and neighbors involved Report suspicious activities Become involved in Civilian Patrols, Participants assist police and other emergency personnel by observing and reporting incidents, conditions and crimes Get to know the Community Affairs officer in your precinct Become a "Blockwatcher", these are civilian volunteers who act as the eyes and ears of the NYPD, they observe their immediate residential area or block for activity which may require police intervention. If You Observe Suspicious Activity DO NOT take direct action DO NOT confront the individual DO NOT reveal your suspicions DO record as many details as possible DO notify the appropriate authorities as soon as possible Describing Suspicious Behavior WHO did you observe? WHAT did you see? Be specific. WHERE did you see it? WHEN did you see it? WHY is it suspicious? You must be: ACCURATE (most important) FAST COMPLETE Giving A Description Person: Sex Race Age (approximate) Height (use 2" blocks) Weight (approximate use 10 lb. blocks Build (medium,heavy set, thin, etc.) Hair (color length, include facial hair) Complexion (light, dark, ruddy, olive.) Peculiarities (scars, tattoos, missing limbs) Clothing (from head to toe, style, defects) Weapons (if any) Method of escape (direction, vehicle, etc.) Vehicle License Plate (most important) Year, make, model & color Body type (2 door, 4 door, van, SUV, etc.) Passengers (number of people in vehicle) Damage or anything unusual (logos, etc.)