Mall of America Security - Northeastern University
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Transcript of Mall of America Security - Northeastern University
Mall of America
Security Department
Holistic Security Approach
Training Patrol Field Training Officer (FTO) Bike Parental Escort Policy (PEP) Traffic K-9 Behavior Detection Dispatch Intel analyst
Each year MOA Officers spend over 4,500 hours working the 400 annual special events
Pre‐Incident Cycle
Proactive Security
TERRORIST ATTACK
IntelligenceSecurity
Law Enforcement
Timeline
6 Months – 9 Years 10 Minutes - 72 Hours
Response
RAM Method Identifying Possible Aggressors Methods of Operation (AMOs)
Focusing on Intentions vs. Means (only)
Working “Clandestine” – Visibly Undercover
Detecting and Engaging Suspicious Indicators based on Behavior
Using Covert and Overt Elicitation Techniques
Applying Security Interviewing Technique 1,400 interviews annually
90-91% Refuted
8-9% Criminals
<1% Originated cases with terrorism nexus
Explosive Detection K9
Explosive Detection K9
15 canine teams Started in 2002 Handler takes the dog home after each shift Respond to 4 - 6 calls per day / 1,700 annually Support Behavior Detection NORT & USPCA certified Licensed to hold explosives Peroxides through FBI Train 5-6 hours a week
Partnerships and Outreach Bloomington Police Metro Transit Police Federal Bureau Investigation (FBI) Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Airport Police Domestic Security Alliance Council (DSAC) Hennepin County (CISA) St. Paul Police Department Minneapolis Police Department State Law Enforcement (Bureau of Criminal Apprehension) Minnesota Join Analysis Center (MNJAC) Federal Air Marshals Community and Corporate Partnerships
Questions?
Ashly [email protected]
Dispatch Center► Staffed 24/7
► Average over 100,000 calls for service annually
► Over 400 cameras that cover mall common areas (including exterior)
► Dispatch handles calls for all departments not only Security
Dispatchers coordinate communication with supporting law enforcement agencies
Dispatchers responsible for fire & alarm monitoring
