UNCLASSIFIED//LAW ENFORCEMENT SENSITIVE GOV. PHILIP D. MURPHY LT. GOV. SHEILA Y. OLIVER DIR. JARED M. MAPLES NJOHSP INTELLIGENCE NOTE JUNE 4, 2020 Anarchist Extremist Subgroups and Indicators The nationwide demonstrations resulting from the death of George Floyd have given Antifa-affiliated anarchist extremists the opportunity to infiltrate protests in order to further their violent ideology. In 2020, NJOHSP assesses that anarchist extremists will continue to attack government institutions; use violent counter-protest tactics against adversarial groups, including law enforcement; and target political figures representing disparate views. The following information provides awareness to law enforcement officers (LEOs) on the various subgroups of Antifa-affiliated extremists groups, specific indicators and observations, and tactics used by these groups to injure LEOs. Subgroups of Antifa-Affiliated Extremists: Black Bloc: Black Bloc is the militant, anarchist arm of Antifa. These members are often dressed in black from head to toe. They are typically grouped together. They may carry crude shields made of hard plastic, which are black and red. The shield may have the anarchist “A” on the front in red spray paint. The Black Bloc is either seen in the back of the group at peaceful protests or at the front of the group during violent clashes. The Black Bloc is ready to commit acts of violence for the group. Black Bloc Comrades: Other members of the group are typically referred to as “comrades.” These members will likely have their faces covered and are dressed in black or other generic outfits. Their goal is to not stand out or be identified. Most carry backpacks, which are usually where they conceal weapons and paint. Medics: Medics generally wear an armband with a red cross on it, which is usually made out of duct tape. Medics will often carry bags marked with a red cross and may wear a vest with the same duct-taped red cross on the back. Medics typically do not engage in violence because they are seen by the group as necessary to tend to the wounded. Medics Jail Support: Jail support are those "behind the scenes" who arrange bail for arrested individuals. These members may be stationed outside booking and processing areas. Lawyers: "Lawyers" may be identified by their bright neon green hats or clothing; however, these individual may or may not be licensed lawyers. Their role is to record information regarding the interactions Antifa members are having during an arrest. This individual will record the interaction with the aid of another member, while noting information. The "lawyer" will also obtain booking information and are known to argue with police over arrests and interactions. Lawyers This document was prepared at the direction of the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness pursuant to its authority under Executive Order No. 5 of 16 March 2006, and to provisions of the New Jersey Domestic Security Preparedness Act. Information contained in this document is LAW ENFORCEMENT SENSITIVE and may only be shared with or distributed to law enforcement agencies and personnel. This document contains confidential, sensitive homeland security information that shall not be deemed to be public record under the provisions of P.L. 1963, c. 73 (c.47:1A-1, et seq.) or the common law concerning access to public records. Dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication and any attachments hereto by individuals not explicitly specified as an intended recipient of this communication is strictly prohibited. UNCLASSIFIED//LAW ENFORCEMENT SENSITIVE UNCLASSIFIED//LAW ENFORCEMENT SENSITIVE GOV. PHILIP D. MURPHY LT. GOV. SHEILA Y. OLIVER DIR. JARED M. MAPLES NJOHSP INTELLIGENCE NOTE JUNE 4, 2020 Tactics Used to Injure Law Enforcement: Nationwide, over 100 LEOs have been injured while responding to the riots. Tactics used to injure law enforcement range from projectiles (bricks, bottles, Molotov cocktails), physical assault, vehicle ramming, and edged weapons. At least one officer was fatally shot. Although the majority of New Jersey protests have been peaceful, rioting and looting have occurred. For example, on May 31, the Atlantic City police arrested 17 individuals during the violence that followed a peaceful protest. As the event was concluding, a group of rioters began to walk along Atlantic Avenue, breaking windows, damaging property, and stealing merchandise of local businesses. One defendant was charged with unlawful possession of a weapon and two with aggravated assault of a police officer. That same evening, Trenton police arrested 27 individuals in connection with violence that followed a peaceful protest. A police car was ransacked and set on fire, and bricks were thrown at police. Most of the arrested were local, and the overwhelming charge was criminal mischief. Indicators and Observations: LEOs should make observations on Antifa-affiliated extremist individuals and their behaviors, such as: • Tattoos, clothing, what they are carrying, pocket litter (cards, lists, etc.), type of phone they use, how many phones they have, patches on clothing or bags, contents of bag (if legally permissible to access such) • Who? What? When? Where? Why? of the incident, individuals, and vehicles, including associates (who they were near or arrested with) • Group affiliation, if able to be discerned • Weapon information and photographs, if applicable • Any and all footage of the incident or individuals (to include area Antifa flag public or private surveillance footage that may be available) • Access to the person’s cell phone, by consent or search warrant Suspicious Activity: Suspicious activity with a possible nexus to terrorism should be immediately reported to the County Counterterrorism Coordinator (CTC) and to NJOHSP’s CTWatch at 866-4SAFENJ or ctwatch@njohsp.gov. Mass Gathering Reporting: NJOHSP compiles a Statewide list of events to provide situational awareness and to assist in local planning and public safety concerns. These events should be reported to www.njohsp.gov/specialevents. This document was prepared at the direction of the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness pursuant to its authority under Executive Order No. 5 of 16 March 2006, and to provisions of the New Jersey Domestic Security Preparedness Act. Information contained in this document is LAW ENFORCEMENT SENSITIVE and may only be shared with or distributed to law enforcement agencies and personnel. This document contains confidential, sensitive homeland security information that shall not be deemed to be public record under the provisions of P.L. 1963, c. 73 (c.47:1A-1, et seq.) or the common law concerning access to public records. Dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication and any attachments hereto by individuals not explicitly specified as an intended recipient of this communication is strictly prohibited. UNCLASSIFIED//LAW ENFORCEMENT SENSITIVE