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Assignment format- I have attached a “template” that I would like you to follow. Note that the template is broken down into 5 different sections that I expect you to follow. I do not expect you to have a handle on the classification markings, so just anticipate that all your paragraphs will be marked (U/FOUO) or Unclassified/For Official Use Only.
In addition, I expect you to incorporate citations in your “analysis” section of your research on the topic that bolsters your analysis. Remember, in the analysis section, you actually provide analysis, you do not just recite the facts.
Lastly, each section begins with a paragraph, not bullets. You can use bullets after a paragraph, but the same rules of grammar apply, e.g., your paragraph ends with a sentence that states the “Results of the search warrant are as follows”: Then use bullets to lists the seized material. Please read the comments on the side of the template for further instruction/guidance.
Assignment background:
Initial Response to a Terror Attack
Read the Search Warrant ReportLinks to an external site. associated with this attack.
In order to be successful in your role as an intelligence professional, you need to consume information from reputable sources. Please watch the news inject below before attempting your assignment for this module.
VNN and Sox News are reporting that a driver of a large Ryder Rental truck crashed through the police barricades during the opening of the Christkindl Market at downtown’s Skyline Park and plowed over the unsuspecting celebrants. Quick-acting police officers were able to stop the vehicle with a hail of bullets, but not before the driver had left a wake of carnage and destruction. City officials reported that nine people were pronounced dead at the scene and dozens injured. Witnesses stated that at approximately 8 pm, while hundreds of people were celebrating the start of the Christmas season and enjoying the numerous German artisans and the local church choir, the holiday festival was interrupted by the horrible sound of terrifying screams as the truck drove onto the sidewalk at a high rate of speed and started to run over people. It is estimated that the driver was able to drive the truck for approximately a quarter of a mile before the police were able to bring the vehicle to a halt.
During an impromptu press conference, Denver Mayor Michelle Wong* advised that local, state, and federal officials are investigating this matter; she was reluctant to call this a terrorist attack. Denver Police Chief Robert White* praised the work of his officers and the emergency first responders in dealing with this crisis. He further stated that the driver of the truck, whose identity is unknown at this time, was taken to Rose Medical Center in serious condition. This is the same medical facility to which his victims were taken.
The Islamic State claimed responsibility for the Christkindl Market attack, calling the driver a “soldier” in its fight against “crusader states” and the “infidels.”
The FBI Denver Division, via its Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF), has responded, has taken the point on the terrorism investigation, and is presently coordinating with the Denver Police Department. The FBIHQ, Counterterrorism Division, International Terrorism Operations Section has opened a preliminary terrorism investigation. You have been assigned to assist in the investigation and to task and coordinate the exchange of all pertinent information within the Intelligence Community. You also will be requested to draft the appropriate intelligence communications and conduct the appropriate FBIHQ briefings.
*For this scenario only.
Watch the News
VNN Scenario Inject clipLinks to an external site. (02:04) Click hereLinks to an external site. to download the transcript for the video posted above.
SOX News Scenario Inject clipLinks to an external site. (02:31) Click hereLinks to an external site. to download the transcript for the video posted above.
Directions–
Your office is abuzz as news of the attack filters in. The ten wall-mounted televisions are all on, tuned to different stations that are reporting conflicting details about the event. The telephones are ringing incessantly as well, with colleagues from the field, overseas, and in other agencies calling to find out what you know. Your supervisor walks in from an emergency meeting of higher-ups and tells you that she needs a rundown of what we know and an analysis of the situation as soon as possible.
Directions
Draft a written brief (750 words maximum) that provides a synopsis of the event. Be sure to clearly distinguish between facts and other types of information (opinion, speculation, chatter from anonymous officials, social media posts, etc.). Show examples of this. Provide a summary, your initial analysis, and your recommendations for next steps/taskings. Format your brief to maximize ease of reading (i.e. memorandum style, not essay style; use bullets and short sentences). Be careful to properly source classified and unclassified information.
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UNCLASSIFIED — FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
Situational Intelligence Report
Federal Bureau of Investigation
FBIHQ Counterterrorism Division
10 December 2020
SIR Number: SIR-00001
(U//FOUO) Terrorist Attack on Christkindl Market
SOURCE: (U//FOUO) FBIHQ Intelligence Analyst FNU LNU
(U//FOUO) Current Situation:
(U//FOUO) Analysis:
(U//FOUO) Recommended Actions:
(U//FOUO) Event Summary
(U//FOUO) Reflection
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