US EditionNYPD Ramps up Security Ahead of New Year's Eve
NYPD deploys thousands of officers with specialized units and new secondary screenings to secure Times Square amid global alerts, expecting around 1 million attendees, officials said.
- On Dec. 31, the NYPD will add a secondary screening layer at Times Square, Commissioner Jessica Tisch announced as an added precaution for the New Year's Eve celebration.
- Commissioner Tisch said the step reflects lessons learned over the past year, as the NYPD will deploy more officers this year than last to strengthen Times Square security.
- Mobile screening teams will patrol and electronically screen crowds inside penned areas, while counterterrorism officers and specialized units staff access points and NYPD intelligence teams monitor cameras and social media.
- Detours begin at 2 a.m., disrupting traffic from 42nd to 49th streets, viewer entry points open in the afternoon on West 45th, 49th, 52nd and 56th streets, and nearby parking garages shut at 11 a.m.
- With roughly one million expected, authorities are using layered security as city officials said there are no credible threats and warned of `zero tolerance` for interference.
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As more than a million people descend on Times Square for the famous New Year’s Eve ball drop, officials are stepping up security. There are additional officers, drones, helicopters, pickpocket patrols, K9s, and more. NBC News’ Emilie Ikeda takes a look at what’s being done in New York and around the world to ensure safety.
Security Preparations Underway for New Year's Celebrations
Authorities in New York City estimate some one million people will pack into Times Square to watch the famous New Year’s Eve ball drop. In order to keep the public safe, the New York Police Department will have heavy weapons units and pickpocket teams patrolling on the ground as well as drones and helicopters in the skies. NBC’s Emilie Ikeda reports for TODAY on security preparations underway.
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