US Military Warns Retired Personnel in Florida of Potential Terrorist Threat
The United States military has issued a warning to some retired senior military personnel,notably those who served in Iraq and Syria,indicating they may be targets of a potential terrorist threat.The alert, confirmed as authentic by Colonel allie Scott, a spokeswoman for the US army Special Operations Command (USASOC), specifically applies to service members residing in Florida.
The internal alert was circulated after USASOC received credible details regarding the threat. “it’s not unusual for us to send those notifications,” Scott stated, emphasizing the command’s commitment to personnel safety. “We do that when we have credible threats. The security and safety of our personnel is important to us.”
While the memo clarifies that the threat does not directly target active-duty USASOC personnel, it serves as a reminder to reinforce vigilance and situational awareness among all personnel. The alert encourages everyone to remain alert to their surroundings, both on and off military installations, and to report any suspicious activity to the appropriate authorities. A specific request was made to share this information with any retired military personnel known to be living in Florida.
As a standard security precaution, the military generally refrains from identifying personnel involved in specific combat operations. This developing story highlights the ongoing efforts to ensure the safety and security of military personnel and veterans.
