In Washington, D.C. , several major events will be happening in the coming weeks, and law enforcement is increasing its security posture in light of the deadly terrorist attack in New Orleans.
The attack on Bourbon Street in the early hours of the new year in the Big Easy killed at least 15 people, and a Cybertruck explosion outside a Trump hotel in Las Vegas on Wednesday is also being investigated as possible terrorism.
The D.C. Metropolitan Police Department said Wednesday that while there is “no known threat to the District of Columbia,” there will be a “heightened security posture” citywide due to multiple high-profile events in January.
See a statement below from the Metropolitan Police Department. pic.twitter.com/J8KpY9XHZj
“While we do not discuss specifics regarding operation, tactics, or staffing, the community will notice an increased police presence throughout the city,” a statement from the police department said.
“As we approach upcoming major events in the District of Columbia, MPD will continue working with our local and federal partners to assess potential threats and make any necessary adjustments to safeguard the community,” the statement added.