Office of Counter Terrorism

The mission of the Office of Counter Terrorism (OCT) is to support federal, state, local, tribal and private sector efforts to prevent, protect against, and prepare for acts and threats of terrorism.

Although counter terrorism is OCT's primary mission, many of its programs and initiatives support capabilities that can be applied to other threats and hazards.

OCT was created as part of the merger that established the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services, and retains staff and units from its predecessor, the Office of Homeland Security.

OCT is not a law enforcement agency but works with the New York State Police and other law enforcement and public safety agencies in the fight against terrorism.

Units and Initiatives

Critical Infrastructure Protection Unit

The CIP unit provides risk management services to help ensure security and resiliency in New York.

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Public Safety Unit

The PSU facilitates counter terrorism outreach initiatives including Red Teams exercises and the ILO program.

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Domestic Terrorism Prevention Unit

The DTPU is dedicated to preventing domestic terrorism and targeted violence.

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Safeguard New York

See Something, Say Something

The Safeguard New York outreach initiative provides information and educational materials to individuals, community groups and other public and private sector organizations on how to recognize and report suspicious activity.

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Get Involved

Report Suspicious Activity

Terrorism Tips Hotline

Concerned residents can be instrumental in the fight against terrorism. To report suspicious activity via phone, call the toll-free statewide Hotline:

1-866-SAFENYS
(1-866-723-3697)

Report a Tip Online

Suspicious activities or behavior can be reported online using the Terrorism Tips submission form. Your information will be reviewed promptly and remain confidential.

Online Submission Form

Mobile App

The "See Something, Send Something" app allows anyone to capture suspicious activity and send the information to the New York State Intelligence Center.

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Public Safety Videos

What You Can Do to Stay Safe

Seconds Count

Seconds Count illustrates standardized emergency response actions for schools along with additional actions for individuals if these are not possible.

Seconds Count

480 Seconds

480 Seconds is how long the average active shooter incident lasts – approximately eight minutes. Learn the importance of Run, Hide, Fight and how these steps can help you and others survive an active shooter incident.

480 Seconds

Public Safety

Resources