If you have information on a suspected, planned, or openly voiced targeted act of violence that may occur, call 911 immediately.
Use our hotline at 845-708-7400 or complete this form if you have any information.
When a person is planning an act of targeted violence, they usually exhibit pre-attack behaviors – many of which relate to an emotional or mental health crisis or problematic interpersonal interactions – which can be resolved with intervention.
By bringing concerning behavior to the attention of RC-TAM, individuals skilled in targeted violence prevention, will assess and manage the situation. Many times, this work results in guiding a person away from a path of violence.
You should contact RC-TAM to report a threat if a classmate, co-worker, partner, family member, friend, or neighbor is demonstrating concerning behavior.
• Obsession over grievances
• Expressions of injustice and need for revenge
• Identifying with past violent assailants
• Sudden or inappropriate, or excessive consumption of violent media and content
• Sudden change in personality and/ or appearance
• Threatening and/ or stalking behavior
• Suspicious inquiries
• Expressions of anger or hopelessness.
• Withdrawal from social connections or activities.
• Fixation on weapons, violence, or past tragedies.
