Physical Security Tips For International Travel

January 4, 2010 by ADMIN · Leave a Comment

By Professor Jenni Hesterman, Counterterrorism Expert

Augustin Roberto “Bobby” Salcedo, 33, was abducted and killed by gunmen while visiting his wife’s family in Mexico. He was found dead in the northern state of Durango by Mexican authorities. Five other men were abducted at the same time and sadly, all were brutally executed. If you travel or work internationally, you are a potential target for criminals and terrorists who want to raise funds by putting a price on your life. Protect yourself.

New Gift Card Laws Also Benefit Terrorists

December 9, 2009 by ADMIN · Leave a Comment

By Professor Jenni Hesterman, Counterterrorism Expert

Let’s say you are a bad guy and have some “dirty” money to launder. Cards might be a good idea. First of all, there is no limit to how many cards you can buy. You can buy them with cash. You can sell them on an online auction site, transfer the value to a nonbank, and liquidate it by asking for a debit card you can use anonymously at an ATM. Or you can use pre-paid Visa cards to purchase items which you can then sell. And the law change makes this method even more lucrative.

Report: Domestic Terror Threat on the Rise

November 24, 2009 by ADMIN · 3 Comments

By Professor Jenni Hesterman, Counterterrorism Expert

Report: The possible passage of new restrictions on firearms and the return of military veterans facing significant challenges reintegrating into their communities could lead to the potential emergence of terrorist groups or lone wolf extremists capable of carrying out violent attacks.