Post by gw on Mar 6, 2007 17:07:53 GMT -1
Then its quite possible they may be a terrorsit 
POLICE today issued an unprecedented call for the people of Greater Manchester to help spot terrorists who may be living or working alongside them.
With security experts describing the terror threat to Britain as 'severe', officers say they cannot fight the problem without the eyes and ears of every citizen.
In a new anti-terror drive, a tip-off hotline is being relaunched and an advertising campaign will urge people to report any suspicious behaviour. It asks:
* Do you know anyone who travels but is vague on where they're going?
* Do you know someone with documents in different names for no obvious reason?
* Do you know someone buying large or unusual quantities of chemicals for no obvious reason?
* Handling chemicals is dangerous, maybe you've seen goggles or masks dumped somewhere?
* If you work in commercial vehicle hire or sales, has a sale or rental made you suspicious?
* Have you seen someone with large quantities of mobiles?
* Have you seen anyone taking pictures of security arrangements?
* Do you know someone who visits terrorist-related websites?
* Have you seen any suspicious cheque or credit card transactions?
* Is someone is asking for a short-term let on a house or flat on a cash basis for no apparent reason?
* Is your friend or neighbour keeping a nuclear weapon in the shed?
Speaking exclusively to the M.E.N, Det ective Chief Supt erintendent Tony Æ’sPorter, the boss of Greater Manchester Counter Terrorism Unit, said: "The help and support of local communities is vital to tackling the terrorist threat.
"When people provide information to the hotline they could be giving us the final piece of a complex jigsaw.
"People are often aware of unusual activity or behaviour, something which may be causing them concern.
"So we are asking people to trust their instincts and call the hotline. Your information may help disrupt terrorists and ultimately save lives.
"I can reassure anyone with concerns that all information provided to the Anti-Terrorist Hotline is treated in the strictest confidence and it is thoroughly researched before any police action is taken.¡¨
The number to call is: 0800 789 321.
POLICE today issued an unprecedented call for the people of Greater Manchester to help spot terrorists who may be living or working alongside them.
With security experts describing the terror threat to Britain as 'severe', officers say they cannot fight the problem without the eyes and ears of every citizen.
In a new anti-terror drive, a tip-off hotline is being relaunched and an advertising campaign will urge people to report any suspicious behaviour. It asks:
* Do you know anyone who travels but is vague on where they're going?
* Do you know someone with documents in different names for no obvious reason?
* Do you know someone buying large or unusual quantities of chemicals for no obvious reason?
* Handling chemicals is dangerous, maybe you've seen goggles or masks dumped somewhere?
* If you work in commercial vehicle hire or sales, has a sale or rental made you suspicious?
* Have you seen someone with large quantities of mobiles?
* Have you seen anyone taking pictures of security arrangements?
* Do you know someone who visits terrorist-related websites?
* Have you seen any suspicious cheque or credit card transactions?
* Is someone is asking for a short-term let on a house or flat on a cash basis for no apparent reason?
* Is your friend or neighbour keeping a nuclear weapon in the shed?
Speaking exclusively to the M.E.N, Det ective Chief Supt erintendent Tony Æ’sPorter, the boss of Greater Manchester Counter Terrorism Unit, said: "The help and support of local communities is vital to tackling the terrorist threat.
"When people provide information to the hotline they could be giving us the final piece of a complex jigsaw.
"People are often aware of unusual activity or behaviour, something which may be causing them concern.
"So we are asking people to trust their instincts and call the hotline. Your information may help disrupt terrorists and ultimately save lives.
"I can reassure anyone with concerns that all information provided to the Anti-Terrorist Hotline is treated in the strictest confidence and it is thoroughly researched before any police action is taken.¡¨
The number to call is: 0800 789 321.
