HPDBC Chapter 111 Counter-Terrorism Operation
Chapter 111 Counter-Terrorism Operation
Chapter 111 Counter-Terrorism Operation
In the largest conference room at the county police headquarters, hundreds of police officers were gathered, including the station chiefs of each police station. It was clear that patrol officers from each police station would need to participate in the follow-up.
Sitting with three groups of colleagues, Li Yisen was truly participating in a mission with so many people for the first time.
There were three people on the stage. One of them was Carl Bird, the FBI Los Angeles Regional Director, whose position was Special Agent Supervisor (GS-15), equivalent to a senior superintendent in the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
One of them is Austin Cole, the director of the Criminal Investigation Bureau, and the assistant sheriff (deputy chief of police), 49 years old, with a serious appearance.
(Above the Inspector General is the Senior Inspector General, also known as the Sergeant General, followed by the Deputy Commissioner General (Deputy Sheriff), Assistant Commissioner General (Assistant Sheriff), and Commissioner General (Sheriff))
Although Austin Cole theoretically holds a higher rank than the FBI, as a local police department, today's case is still under the command of Carl Bird, and the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office only needs to cooperate.
The last person was a blonde woman in her 40s who worked at the Center for Virus Control and Prevention. Carl Bird turned on the screen.
"A few hours ago, a member of an extreme nationalist group died near the station. The cause of death was likely that he was killed by his companions when he tried to back down. They had come by long-distance bus, and at least one of his companions was missing. Based on the clues, he may be carrying a deadly virus."
The group, called the Baptist Party, believed there were too many illegal immigrants in America and planned a biological terrorist attack to force the government to intensify its efforts to deport illegal immigrants.
Upon hearing this, the police officers present began to discuss among themselves. They all knew that a few days ago, the "General Council" suddenly announced a policy to expel illegal immigrants, which aroused opposition from the Democratic Party (left-wing) in various states.
Although California's new governor is a member of the Congratulations Party (right wing), as California is a state with a large number of illegal immigrants, Governor Brett Bird had to come forward and express his opposition in a subtle way.
After all, much of California's prosperity comes from the exploitation of undocumented immigrants as laborers, and they can't even imagine what would happen if they lost them.
Now, right-wing nationalist organizations are causing trouble. If these organizations succeed, the public will definitely be more inclined to expel illegal immigrants.
The so-called right-wing nationalist organizations are white supremacists, the KKK, the Proud Boys, and some militia groups.
There are even more extreme right-wing organizations, namely separatist and regional extremist groups, such as the California Independence Movement and the Cascadia Independence Movement.
After the FBI agent finished speaking, the blonde woman from the Center for Virus Control and Prevention continued her introduction.
"My name is Katja Wright, and I am a doctor at the Center for Virus Control and Prevention. The virus is a variant of the Hennipa virus, which was discovered not long ago."
When an ordinary person is infected, the virus activates latent protein genes, triggering spongiform degeneration of brain tissue. In the early stages, the person may experience a state of frenzy. Within two hours, the virus tricks the immune system into attacking its own nerve cells, ultimately leading to paralysis and death.
A police officer raised his hand and asked.
"What about the mortality rate?"
"With timely treatment, the mortality rate is 50%, but without timely treatment, the mortality rate is 100%. The incubation period is generally more than 20 minutes, and the transmission route is through contact with bodily fluids."
I've heard of Hennipah virus. It has a biosafety level of 4 (the highest level) and is listed by the World Health Organization as one of the most dangerous pathogens.
According to the information Li Yisen just found on his phone, the cause of death from Hennipa virus infection is acute encephalitis or systemic vasculitis, not madness.
It's still a variant; who knows what it will turn into?
I was exposed to the Black Death six months ago, and now this weird Hennipa virus? Do I have a special connection with these viruses?
Just as Li Yisen was about to ask about the treatment method, Kaiya, who was beside him, spoke up.
Is there a vaccine for this?
"The virus vaccine is still in clinical trials. It has now been shipped from Atlanta, Georgia. There are only a few hundred doses available, so we must not allow a large-scale outbreak."
Carl Bird continued to explain.
"There are no surveillance cameras on long-distance buses, so we need to investigate all passengers. The other party may have entered downtown Los Angeles. This time, the county sheriffs and the city police are working together. Before the operation, everyone can tell their families not to go to crowded places, and be careful not to say anything about the virus, not even a little bit. Let's begin."
After the meeting was adjourned, Ethan Lee thought for a moment and then called Nicole Watts. He learned that she wasn't in Los Angeles, so he didn't need to worry about her, since she was an orphan.
On the contrary, all the other police officers made phone calls, asking their families not to go out for the next two days unless necessary.
"Inside the Ford," Lee complained.
"Installing surveillance cameras on buses would be much less troublesome."
Kaia Anderson, sitting to the side, rolled her eyes at the other person.
"You're not new to being a police officer. In this country, citizens' privacy is more important than catching criminals. You know that, right? By the way, where were you a week ago when you were in the hospital?"
"It was pretty boring at the hospital, so I went out for drinks."
"hehe"
Her expression was as if Freya had told her the truth. Lee Ethan tried to change the subject; he didn't want to talk about another woman in front of one woman.
"This case seems to be related to the team leader?"
"The killer who planted the bombs that killed the first three groups was collaborating with the Baptist Party, a branch of the Ku Klux Klan."
Lee Ethan now understands why the team leader has become so dejected. The white supremacist KKK has existed for many years. Although it is not as arrogant as it once was, it is still a behemoth with connections to various political figures.
In other words, the first three groups are likely to die and that's it; they can't do anything except catch the murderer.
Li Yisen and his companion quickly found their first passenger, a car wash worker who had just been scolded by their boss.
"Sir, our police have something we need your cooperation with."
"Cooperate with what? If I commit a crime, you arrest me. I don't want to get yelled at by the boss because of you. Let's go."
Lee Yisen frowned. Did this guy want to experience the methods of the police?
Kaia, who was standing nearby, tugged at her partner's arm and walked over with a friendly smile.
"It must be tough for you to deal with your boss's unreasonable demands as an employee."
The man, seeing the smiling policewoman, didn't voice his dissatisfaction.
"It's good that you understand."
Kaia pressed her advantage.
"We police officers are the same; if we make even the slightest mistake, we get yelled at by our superiors. The day before yesterday, I was almost brought to tears by my boss's scolding. If the investigation doesn't go smoothly today, I'll get yelled at again. It's really frustrating."
When they shared a common difficulty, the man's expression softened.
"So even you police officers have your difficulties."
Kaiya continued chatting along with the other person's mood, and finally revealed her purpose.
"So, could you please help me?"
Faced with a pair of large, expressive eyes filled with longing, the man finally nodded.
A moment later, they did get some useful information, such as the man having some recollection of the deceased and his two companions, one of whom was wearing a plaid shirt and had a beard.
Lee Ethan watched the whole thing, completely bewildered. Was this really the Kaia Anderson he knew? What was with that inexplicable maternal instinct?
"Hey, what's wrong with you?"
Kaia reverted to her indifferent attitude.
"It's just about making full use of the advantages of female police officers. We're not like you gorillas who want to solve everything with violence. Although it's quite interesting to watch you argue with each other, like male hippos fighting in a zoo."
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This guy, despite his beautiful appearance, is indeed a cunning and sharp-tongued person.
"Alright, report the clues to the higher-ups. Next, check the surrounding surveillance footage to see if there's a bearded man in a plaid shirt."
With a large number of police officers searching, the target was quickly spotted through surveillance footage outside a late-night snack shop. There was only one person, but it was a valuable breakthrough.
Police completed the man's information in less than two hours; he was a former air conditioner repairman.
The suspect was picked up by a stolen vehicle, which was tracked by highway surveillance cameras and found to have parked in a community. Whether he left or not will be determined after further investigation.
Soon, a large number of police officers secretly sealed off the entire community, checking everyone who entered or left.
During their questioning, Lee and his colleague encountered another troublesome target.
A Black woman ran up to the police and questioned them.
"Under the Freedom of Information Act, I, as a lawyer, have the right to know why you are conducting such a large-scale investigation."
"Madam, this is just a routine arrest."
"Don't try to fool me. This is a major event, so why aren't you police issuing emergency evacuation notices? The public has the right to know everything."
Lee Ethan was speechless. He really hated these guys who stood on moral high ground. Kaiya also gave Lee Ethan a look.
You handle this?
Lee Esen could only sigh.
"Madam, I now require you to return to your own home."
"I refuse."
The next second, Li Yisen's expression turned serious.
"According to the Public Health Services Act, I have the authority to take coercive measures against those who 'obstruct epidemic prevention.' Since you are refusing to go home, I will temporarily detain you."
"epidemic prevention?"
The Black woman was stunned; she realized she had been scammed.
"I'm going home now."
"No need. You'll have to come with us. As a lawyer, you know very well what the consequences of resisting now will be."
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The Black woman obediently followed with her legs, but continued to shout threatening words.
"I will file a complaint against you."
"You're welcome anytime."
Just then, gunshots rang out; judging from the sound, they were from submachine guns. Lee Ethan looked at Kaia beside him.
"You take this lady to the police car, I'll go get backup?"
"Okay, be careful, don't die in there."
When Lee Ethan arrived at the scene as quickly as possible, the gunfight was over. He saw the man who had been cornered come out, and although he raised his hands, he was still shot dead by an FBI agent the next second.
Faced with Lee Ethan's surprised and suspicious gaze, the male FBI agent only gave a perfunctory explanation.
"He was reaching for a weapon."
Lee frowned but did not answer. Whether he saw it or not was no longer important, because this person was acting under the pretext of counterterrorism, which was a gray area where federal agencies could be exempted from liability, and it was always effective.
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