Crime & Safety
Suffolk Police Release Statement On Ariana Grande Concert Explosion
At least 19 people have been killed in England in what is being treated as a terrorist incident Monday.
The Suffolk County Police Department released a statement on its Facebook page Monday night regarding what police have called a "terrorist incident" at an Ariana Grande concert in England that has left at least 19 people dead.
The full statement appears below:
On behalf of the Suffolk County Police Department, Commissioner Timothy D. Sini and Chief of Department Stuart Cameron offer their sincere condolences to those affected by the apparent bombing attack near Manchester, England. The department's thoughts and prayers are with British authorities as they deal with this senseless act of violence. The department is monitoring intelligence reports from various sources, including the NYPD and the FBI – Federal Bureau of Investigation. The department will adjust its posture and personnel deployments, if necessary, to ensure the safety of the citizens of Suffolk County. Currently there are no credible threats to Suffolk County.
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I am heartbroken by the horrific explosion in Manchester. As a precaution, state law enforcement will step up security and patrols.
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BREAKING: At least 19 people are dead after an explosion at an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, UK pic.twitter.com/GwZ7AaOJfs
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