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Region On Terror Alert

Region On Terror Alert

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“If you see something, say something.”  That’s the message of a national campaign aimed at increasing the public awareness of any suspicious activity that could potentially lead to terrorism.  Steve Pluta (plue-tah) is the South Dakota Homeland Security Director and says the campaign is designed to help law enforcement agencies gather information…

 

Federal authorities have said there is a higher risk of terror activity during the holiday weekend. Pluta says South Dakota may be a relatively safe state, but an attack could happen anywhere. He says there are many activities that could be considered suspicious…

 

Pluta says anyone who sees suspicious activity should call the tip line at 844-373-7233… that’s 844-3SD-SAFE.  He says that number should NOT be a substitute for 911, and if there is an evolving emergency, 911 should be your first call.

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