Mischievous, malicious behavior not tolerated by DoD Published April 20, 2007 RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany -- Never a day goes by when we are not reminded of the importance of protecting American resources, particularly our most valuable resource: our people. Therefore, it is very disheartening to discover the mindless actions of those in the community who willingly endanger the safety of everyone on base. A recent string of mischievous and malicious behavior by DoD sponsored individuals has increased the threat to the installation and has forced our security forces to focus their attention away from their primary role as base defenders to community policing behind the schools. Willful damage to Ramstein perimeter fences is considered destruction of government property and anyone discovered cutting or damaging any portion of the perimeter fence may be prosecuted by German or US authorities as appropriate. In addition to possible prosecution, other consequences for such damage could be severe, and may include Early Return of Dependents or curtailment of the sponsor's assignment, and/or barment from all U.S. military installations and facilities within Europe. The offender and/or their sponsor will also be responsible to pay for damages caused to government property. While security forces personnel routinely conduct surveillance of the perimeter fence, it is necessary for all community members to stay vigilant. Sponsors must realize they are responsible for the actions of their dependents. Take time to talk with your dependents about the importance of following the established/proper entry procedures. If you observe any suspicious activity in and around Ramstein, please call the 435th Security Forces Squadron's control center at 112 (on base) or civilian 06371-47-112. (Courtesy of the 435th Security Forces Squadron)