NYPD | Radicalization in the West: the Homegrown Threat

Terrorism today is no longer driven only by foreign networks—it’s increasingly fueled by individuals radicalized at home. This study explores how “unremarkable” citizens evolve into extremists, analyzing the social, ideological, and psychological forces behind modern jihadist movements. By understanding how intent forms and hardens, policymakers and law enforcement can better prevent the next attack before it happens.