Detect and Defeat - The Complexities of Accomplishing the HLS Mission with Existing Intelligence Collection Practices
Abstract
Since the tragic events of 11 September 2001, it has been argued that accurate and well-vetted intelligence is critical to securing the Homeland. But over 5 years after the historic day, the goal of creating an "effective" domestic intelligence platform falls short of meeting desired milestones. The distinct threat of radicalism incubating within smaller communities (i.e., townships, rural communities) in the United States still exists and the lack of intelligence collection efforts at the local level may be fueling this threat. This study focuses on local-level law enforcement intelligence efforts in relation to their contribution to the overall Homeland Security objective. The communities of Tonawanda, NY; Nassau County, NY; Valusia County, FL; and Batavia, NY agreed to participate in the study. A survey of intelligence collection and information dissemination was disseminated to residents in each of the participating communities. The results show that although law enforcement resources of smaller populations are recognized as critical assets in the implementation of Homeland Security, small townships and rural communities still experience shortfalls in available resources and Homeland Security-related training. Many of these deficits revolve around domestic intelligence collection, processing, and dissemination. This research project reviews the shortfalls plaguing intelligence collection and sharing at the local level. In conclusion, the author offers a cost-effective strategy to mitigate identified intelligence discrepancies, and proposes a way of improving information sharing among Homeland Security stakeholders.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 2007
- Accession Number
- ADA474349
Entities
People
- Jeffrey T. Robertson
Organizations
- Naval Postgraduate School