Law enforcement agencies in cities like New York and Chicago are taking extensive security measures to ensure public safety during New Year's Eve celebrations. The NYPD has announced that it will deploy drones and utilize its @NYPDSpecialops Aviation Unit to monitor Times Square, where the annual ball drop is a major attraction. NYPD Detectives and the DEA are also working to secure the event. Chicago Police have stated there will be an adequate number of officers on duty. Both cities are calling for public vigilance, with the NYPD encouraging people to report anything suspicious. @Dean_Moses will report on the evening's safety measures, and @jonathan4ny's interview with @NYPDCT will discuss some of the security measures in place.
Keeping spectators safe from above in Times Square is your @NYPDSpecialops Aviation Unit, which has an aerial view of this evening's ball drop. https://t.co/K8aIVWcehK
Keeping spectators safe from above in Times Square is your @NYPDSpecialops Aviation Unit, which has an aerial view of this evening's ball drops https://t.co/32RQsCjowB
The Chicago Police Department has increased the presence of police officers around the city to help those celebrating. We are ready to ring in the new year safely! https://t.co/bOnDfftyNu
NYPD officers are strategically deployed to help ensure this is a safe and memorable event in Times Square. Watch @jonathan4ny interview with @NYPDCT as she discusses some of the security measures for this evening's ball drop celebration. https://t.co/Nlxv3JvYaS
Chicago Police Officers all over the city tonight are prepared to assist you and ensure you have a safe New Year. Remember, if you see something say something. Call 911 or submit information via tipsubmit at https://t.co/tiYRTLc0eV https://t.co/m7c8qPBjdw
As the crowds are gathered in Times Square to ring in the new year, NYPD Detectives are hard at work ensuring the tens of thousands of people will be safe — and the DEA is at their side. As we proudly support our members, we wish them a happy, safe New Year! https://t.co/Icdl59ZO5C
As the world gets ready for the iconic New Year's Eve ball drop in Times Square, the NYPD will be deploying drones to monitor the safety of spectators in real-time. @Dean_Moses reports more about on this evening's safety measures. https://t.co/xujEp3MmzM
The NYPD is focused on ensuring the safety of everyone coming to Times Square this New Year’s Eve. There will be plenty of officers in Times Square, and security measures in place to keep everyone safe. As always, if you see something that doesn't look right, tell an officer or… https://t.co/9yzMKxfqHI
HERE. WE. GO! With throngs of revelers set to usher in the new year under the bright lights of Times Square, officials and organizers say they are prepared to welcome the crowds and ensure their safety. https://t.co/8cxbTCGqg2
With several events taking place on New Year’s Eve in the city this weekend, Chicago police say there will be an “adequate number of officers” to ensure celebrations are safe. https://t.co/mnJDeuHTrJ
This party season our officers are here to keep you safe. At this time of year, local bars & clubs are full of people celebrating and we’ll be there to make sure everyone gets home safely. Take a look at the kind of things we’re doing to keep you safe: https://t.co/EhmpAODtha