Anderson Cooper 360 Police Activity In Salem, NH Amid Intensifying Manhunt
Dec 19, 2025
In this gripping discussion, John Miller, CNN's Chief Law Enforcement Intelligence Analyst and former law enforcement official, teams up with Julia Kayyem, CNN Senior National Security Analyst and ex-public official. They delve into the ongoing manhunt in Salem, NH, analyzing the use of license-plate readers that led to a significant breakthrough. The conversation shifts to the eerie possible connection between a shooting at Brown University and a MIT professor's murder, raising questions about community safety and police strategies. Don't miss their expert insights!
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Video Releases Trade Public Leads For Investigative Advantage
- Releasing enhanced video can generate many leads and overwhelm investigators initially.
- Authorities prefer to find suspects covertly while leads remain productive to preserve investigative advantage.
Prioritize Technical Clearing Over Rushed Breaches
- Move slowly and use technical tools to clear storage units before breaching.
- Use robots, dogs, microcameras, heat sensors and sound detection to reduce risk to officers.
Who Commands A Fluid Manhunt
- Command at a fluid manhunt depends on which agency has resources and seniority on scene.
- The FBI often fills key roles when investigations span jurisdictions or require rapid tactical deployment.