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| 05.01.2013 |
Ohio’s metal thefts epidemic worsening - Story from Dayton Daily News |
| 04.24.2013 |
Bomb squads in central Ohio will act on suspicions - Story from the Columbus Dispatch |
| 04.19.2013 |
Seeking Information - Boston |
| 04.16.2013 |
Ohio Homeland Security reminds the public to be aware - “If You See Something, Say Something” |
STATEMENT BY SECRETARY OF HOMELAND SECURITY JANET NAPOLITANO
“Yesterday afternoon, two explosive devices detonated in Boston, Mass., killing three and wounding over 150 people. We continue to keep those affected by this tragedy in our thoughts and prayers, especially the families and loved ones of those lost or injured. I spoke earlier today to Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick, Boston Mayor Tom Menino, Boston Police Commissioner Ed Davis as well as Members of the Massachusetts Congressional Delegation—including Senators Elizabeth Warren and William Cowan, and Representatives Mike Capuano, Bill Keating, Stephen Lynch, Ed Markey, and John Tierney. I reiterated the Department of Homeland Security’s support to the FBI-led investigation and the Administration’s commitment to bringing whoever committed this act of terror to justice. While there is no current indication to suggest that the events in Boston are indicative of a broader plot, out of an abundance of caution, DHS continues to keep in place enhanced security measures at transportation hubs, utilizing measures both seen and unseen. We continue to urge the American public to remain vigilant and immediately report any signs of suspicious activity to local law enforcement officials.” |
STATEMENT BY SECRETARY NAPOLITANO ON BOSTON EXPLOSIONS
“Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone impacted by this incident in Boston, especially the families and loved ones of those injured. Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies continue to respond and at the President’s direction, the Department of Homeland Security is providing any support necessary in this ongoing investigation. We encourage the public to be vigilant, and to listen to direction from state and local officials.” |
03.27.2013 |
TSA Pre-check Begins at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport |
| 03.22.2013 |
Story from chillicothegazette.com - Area law enforcement officials checking up on scrap dealers - Group that includes Ross County sheriff starts undercover scrap yard searches
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| 03.01.2013 |
Story from wkbn.com - Scrap Yard Turns in Man For Trying to Sell Stolen Manhole Covers |
| 02.22.2013 |
TSA Announces Upcoming Airports to Offer TSA Pre-check |
| 02.20.2013 |
Columbus Offices Watching Viral Workplace - Story from abc6onyourside.com |
02.13.2012 |
DHS Highlights Efforts to Strengthen Cybersecurity for the Nations Critical Infrastructure |
02.13.2013 |
Ohio Homeland Security focuses on infrastructure protection |
01.11.2013 |
Ohio Homeland Security asks the public to be aware |
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Recent Terrorism Connections to Ohio
Cleveland Bomb Plot - 2012
Five men arrested were in April 2012, and accused of plotting to blow up a bridge near Cleveland, Ohio.
Ahmed Hussein Mahamud - 2011
Ahmed Hussein Mahamud, a 26-year-old American citizen from Columbus, Ohio, was charged in an indictment, unsealed in June 2011, with providing material support to Al Shabaab.
Hor & Amera Akl - 2010
Hor and Amera Akl, a married couple residing in Toledo, Ohio, were arrested in 2010 and charged with providing material support to the designated terrorist organization Hizballah. In May 2011, the Akls pled guilty to conspiracy to provide material support to a foreign terrorist organization.
Jerry & Joe Kane - 2010
Jerry and Joe Kane, father and son anti-government extremists from Forest, Ohio, were killed in a shoot-out with Arkansas law enforcement after fatally shooting two West Memphis police officers during a traffic stop on May 20, 2010.
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