This training provides a detailed overview and specific information on the online subculture that worships mass shooters, the True Crime Community (TCC). This group has been linked to multiple school shootings and continues to be a prevailing concern. Herberhold utilizes her independent research undercover in the TCC, speaking directly with members and working directly with thwarted cases across the US. The training cites specific examples and uses unique visual examples from her research. Herberhold explains how to use her TCC Stoplight Model tool in conjunction with existing BTAM model frameworks like the C-STAG when assessing TCC specific cases.

Utilizing Behavioral Threat Assessment framework, the training and TCC Stoplight model provides specific warning behaviors to be aware of that are unique to this form of radicalization. The training will teach professionals how to differentiate between member types and the associated level of threat: Romanticizers, Idolizers, and Identifiers. Attendees will be able to walk away with specific knowledge, examples, and signs to look for when assessing for threats specific to people obsessed with mass attacks.

The model helps professionals and threat assessment teams identify which membership type with corresponding risk factors. Attendees will walk away confident that they can distinguish between the Romanticizers, Idolizers and Identifiers when they come in contact with a child or teenager who is a member of the TCC.

Key Takeaways:

• Understanding the 3 membership types within the TCC using the TCC Stoplight Model to assist in already established BTAM practices and techniques
• Identifying membership behaviors online and offline that corresponds to the membership type to better equip when assessing level of risk and pathway to violence behaviors
• Information on where to find TCC members online and understanding language specific to this group for attendees to conduct their own independent research on the community