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By Blake Haas and IIS
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois statewide terrorism and intelligence center is recognized as a one-stop resource for law enforcement.
During an annual training event last week, the “stic” was named the 2021 fusion center of the year.
Fusion centers were created after the 9/11 terrorist attacks to better coordinate information about potential threats and response efforts.
“We have people on sight that do day-to-day analytical work 24/7 to support public safety operations,” said Illinois State Police Lt. Byron Workman. “We also have a section that engages in outreach programs through various sectors of public safety in both the public and private sector – to address any types of threats that may be going on in Illinois.”
According to Lt. Workman, the stick is in its 19th year and is one of 80 fusion centers.
Blake Haas can be reached at [email protected].