Hostage Incidents Flashcards
1
Q
What timeframe is where most hostages are killed?
A
Within 30-45 mins
2
Q
What stage is the most emotional for the hostage-taker?
A
The initial stage
3
Q
What is the hostage-taker likely to do when approached by SF during the initial stage?
A
Likely to become frightened and enraged
4
Q
What determines the size of a cordon during a hostage incident?
A
The weapon used by the hostage-taker
5
Q
What should be done immediately in the event of a mobile hostage-taker?
A
Close all inbound and outbound traffic by raising barriers on gates.
6
Q
What should be done if a hostage take makes it off-base?
A
Request initiation of fresh pursuit from the flight cheif.
