OSI encourages ‘Eagle Eyes’ Published Jan. 24, 2008 By Deborah Marie Gibson Thunderbolt Staff Writer LUKE AIR FORCE BASE, Ariz. -- Due to the high profile Super Bowl game next weekend, and its proximity to the base, Luke's Air Force Office of Special Investigations, Detachment 421, reminds people to keep "eagle eyes" open for suspicious behaviors and report them to the 56th Security Forces Squadron. "Eagle Eyes is an anti-terrorism initiative that enlists the eyes and ears of everyone to help combat the war on terror," said Special Agent Paula McKenzie, Det. 421. "We need to be alert, on and off base, especially during Super Bowl weekend because it's an attractive target for terrorists. " The big game is expected to bring more than 123 thousand visitors to the Valley, and law enforcement officers cannot be everywhere. However, people do not have to wear a uniform to help keep the community safe. The first step is knowing what to look for. Suspicious behaviors include someone recording or observing activities; attempting to gain information about the military or security operations; trying to clear security barriers; acquiring supplies such as explosives, large amounts of fertilizer or military uniforms; people who seemingly do not belong in a particular location; potential acts of terror being practiced, and supplies and people deploying into position to commit the act. Detachment 421 indicates the Eagle Eyes program works because terrorist acts are preceded by observable activities; they are always planned and practiced. When a person is on base or out in the community, they should always report suspicious behaviors to the 56th Security Forces Squadron (law enforcement desk) at (623) 856-5970. "If you see something suspicious, something that doesn't belong, report it," said Special Agent Julie Lecea, Det. 421 commander. "The events of Sept.11 rocked this country and the Eagle Eyes program is just one of the many tools used to ensure those tragic events are not repeated."