'See Something, Say Something' Campaign Relaunched

As sheriff’s offices across Florida issue warnings on the heels of last week’s terrorist attack in California, the state is reminding residents it has a hotline established to field calls about suspicious activity.

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement announced the official relaunch its “If You See Something, Say Something” campaign Monday.

“As the holidays approach, we remind our citizens to remain vigilant,” said FDLE Commissioner Rick Swearingen in a media release about the relaunch. “It’s important that we are aware of our surroundings and report suspicious behavior to law enforcement.”

The campaign was initially launched in 2011 and has technically been active ever since. The state, however, is ramping up publicity for the effort following the California shootings that left 14 people dead.

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People who witness suspicious activity can report it by calling local authorities or the 1-855-FLA-SAFE hotline number. Reports may also be filed on FDLE’s website at www.fdle.state.fl.us.

According to FDLE, the type of activity people are encouraged to report includes:

• People measuring or sketching buildings
• Strangers asking questions about building security
• People leaving packages, backpacks or briefcases behind in public places

To find out more, visit FDLE online.