We need to identify the shooter in advance.

10. 10. 2024

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Paul Haertel for MF DNES

MF DNES · Exclusive Interview

Paul H. Haertel, former Deputy Assistant Director of the FBI, gave an exclusive interview to MF DNES, where he provides an in-depth account of his professional career—from serving with the elite U.S. Navy SEALs and investigating international terrorism to his role as the FBI Legal Attaché at the U.S. Embassy in Prague.

"The most important thing is to identify a threat before an attack occurs. Prevention saves lives." Paul H. Haertel

The interview explores not only the most significant cases of Haertel's career, but also the importance of preventing violent attacks, strengthening crisis preparedness, and recognizing behavioral warning signs before violence occurs. Paul Haertel explains why cooperation between law enforcement, psychologists, healthcare professionals, and the public is essential—and how lessons learned in the United States can help improve security in the Czech Republic.

In this interview, you'll learn about:

✓ His career path—from the U.S. Navy SEALs to leading the FBI's critical incident response operations.

✓ The experience he gained while investigating terrorist attacks and participating in international security operations.

✓ Why the early identification of high-risk behavior is one of the most effective tools for preventing acts of violence.

✓ How schools, healthcare professionals, law enforcement agencies, and the public can all play a vital role in preventing future attacks.

Profile Paul H. Haertel Former FBI Deputy Assistant Director and former head of the Critical Incident Response Group. During nearly thirty years of service, he specialized in counterterrorism, crisis management, and international law enforcement cooperation. Today, he is a member of the SIHASO team, where he focuses on security strategy, crisis preparedness, and the protection of soft targets.

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We need to identify the shooter in advance.

Paul Haertel for MF DNES

In this interview, you'll learn about:

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