The United States Water Patrol was one of the first organizations to answer the call for Homeland Security... Within hours' after the attacks on 9-11 our units and members went on full alert and was on patrols safeguarding American targets from possible terrorist's attacks on land and water.
We are the eyes and ears and a part of the front line of defense for our nation's Homeland Security by providing support, manpower and equipment as needed. We patrol on land, water as well as the air monitoring activities on and around the water ways. This includes Dams & Locks, Power Stations, bridges, Shipping, Airports, Military insulations and public water supplies. We are also able to assist in any type of National, State or Local Disaster.
To date the USWP has patrolled over 587,775 miles on the water and over 834,875 miles on land. And USWP/USWPMP Members have logged over 835,558 man hours. We operate 24/7-365 days a year
The USWP Patrols both in Marked and Unmarked equipment and as well as in and out of uniform. We patrol on Land, Water, Air, and Horseback...
How to Report Suspicious Activity
What to Include in Your Report If you see suspicious activity, report it to law enforcement and describe specifically what you observed, including:
What to Include in Your Report If you see suspicious activity, report it to law enforcement and describe specifically what you observed, including:
- Who or what you saw;
- When you saw it;
- Where it occurred; and
- Why it’s suspicious.
- Photos and/or Video if able.
- Do not report suspicious activity directly to the Department of Homeland Security. Instead, notify your local law enforcement.
Recognize Suspicious Activity
Suspicious activity is any observed behavior that may indicate pre-operational planning associated with terrorism or terrorism-related crime. With the help of the Nationwide Suspicious Activity Reporting (SAR) Initiative (NSI), the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has identified common signs of terrorism-related suspicious activity. Some activities could be innocent, but trained law enforcement officials can determine whether the behavior warrants further action.
Remember: Factors such as race, ethnicity, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or gender identity are not suspicious. A cornerstone of the DHS mission is ensuring that people’s civil rights and civil liberties are not diminished by our security efforts, activities, and programs. As such, the DHS “If You See Something, Say Something®” campaign encourages the public to report only suspicious behavior and situations (e.g., someone breaking into a restricted area), rather than one’s appearance, to authorities.
Signs of Suspicious Activity
Whether you are on your way to work, shopping at a store, or traveling on vacation, remember: We all play a role in keeping our communities safe. Remember to stay alert and say something when you see something suspicious. The below activities should only be reported if they are conducted in a manner that would arouse suspicion of terrorism.
* Expressed or Implied Threat: Communicating a spoken or written threat to commit a crime that could harm or kill people or damage a facility, infrastructure, or secured site.
* Observation / Surveillance: A prolonged or unusual interest in facilities, buildings, or infrastructure beyond casual or professional interest.
* Photography: Taking pictures or videos of persons, facilities, buildings, or infrastructure in a covert manner, such as photos or video of security related equipment or personnel, infrequently used access points, or structure of a building.
* Testing/ Probing of Security: Challenging or testing a facility's security or IT systems to assess the strength or weakness of the target.
* Breach / Attempted Intrusion: Unauthorized people trying to enter a restricted area or impersonating authorized personnel.
* Misrepresentation: Presenting false information or misusing documents to conceal possible illegal activity.
Suspicious activity is any observed behavior that may indicate pre-operational planning associated with terrorism or terrorism-related crime. With the help of the Nationwide Suspicious Activity Reporting (SAR) Initiative (NSI), the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has identified common signs of terrorism-related suspicious activity. Some activities could be innocent, but trained law enforcement officials can determine whether the behavior warrants further action.
Remember: Factors such as race, ethnicity, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or gender identity are not suspicious. A cornerstone of the DHS mission is ensuring that people’s civil rights and civil liberties are not diminished by our security efforts, activities, and programs. As such, the DHS “If You See Something, Say Something®” campaign encourages the public to report only suspicious behavior and situations (e.g., someone breaking into a restricted area), rather than one’s appearance, to authorities.
Signs of Suspicious Activity
Whether you are on your way to work, shopping at a store, or traveling on vacation, remember: We all play a role in keeping our communities safe. Remember to stay alert and say something when you see something suspicious. The below activities should only be reported if they are conducted in a manner that would arouse suspicion of terrorism.
* Expressed or Implied Threat: Communicating a spoken or written threat to commit a crime that could harm or kill people or damage a facility, infrastructure, or secured site.
* Observation / Surveillance: A prolonged or unusual interest in facilities, buildings, or infrastructure beyond casual or professional interest.
* Photography: Taking pictures or videos of persons, facilities, buildings, or infrastructure in a covert manner, such as photos or video of security related equipment or personnel, infrequently used access points, or structure of a building.
* Testing/ Probing of Security: Challenging or testing a facility's security or IT systems to assess the strength or weakness of the target.
* Breach / Attempted Intrusion: Unauthorized people trying to enter a restricted area or impersonating authorized personnel.
* Misrepresentation: Presenting false information or misusing documents to conceal possible illegal activity.
To Contact us for any questions and/or to report anything for us to pass along to the proper department. Contact us at: Phone: 502-592-9332 / Email: hls@uswaterpatrol.org And/or use the form below. Address: 7719-B Greenwood Rd. Louisville, KY. 40258
List of US State HLS Contact information:
1. KY. https://homelandsecurity.ky.gov/Pages/contact.aspx
2. IN. https://www.in.gov/dhs/contact-us/
3. TN. https://www.tn.gov/safety/homeland-security.html
4. GA. https://gema.georgia.gov/about-us/contact-us
5. FL. To report suspicious activity, call 855-FLA-SAFE (855-352-7233)
6. MI. https://www.michigan.gov/msp/divisions/emhsd
7. TX. https://www.dallascounty.org/departments/hsem/homeland-security/tx-homeland-security.php
8. https://www.nmdhsem.org/homeland-security/
9. https://azdohs.gov
10. https://www.alea.gov/office-of-the-secretary/homeland-security
1. KY. https://homelandsecurity.ky.gov/Pages/contact.aspx
2. IN. https://www.in.gov/dhs/contact-us/
3. TN. https://www.tn.gov/safety/homeland-security.html
4. GA. https://gema.georgia.gov/about-us/contact-us
5. FL. To report suspicious activity, call 855-FLA-SAFE (855-352-7233)
6. MI. https://www.michigan.gov/msp/divisions/emhsd
7. TX. https://www.dallascounty.org/departments/hsem/homeland-security/tx-homeland-security.php
8. https://www.nmdhsem.org/homeland-security/
9. https://azdohs.gov
10. https://www.alea.gov/office-of-the-secretary/homeland-security