Security increased across New York after terror attack in Brussels

After terrorist attacks killed at least 28 people at Brussel’s main international aiport and a subway station today, security has been ramped up in NYC as a precaution.

Counterterrorism officers have been stationed in crowded areas and major transit hubs across the city.

The Director of Communications for the NYPD released the following statement this morning:

Full statement on the #Belgium terror attacks. Stepping up NYPD patrols in transit & high profile areas in NYC. pic.twitter.com/BCvrJIH5ZO

— J. Peter Donald (@JPeterDonald) March 22, 2016

Meanwhile, Mayor De Blasio tweeted this regarding the Brussels terrorist attacks.

Mayor @BilldeBlasio on #Brussels terrorist attacks: pic.twitter.com/pmLIJhpyPz

— NYC Mayor's Office (@NYCMayorsOffice) March 22, 2016

So expect to see a lot of police officers around the city today.

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