01:29New York City Police Department (NYPD) tightened security measures ahead of New Year's Eve on Sunday due to a high risk of disruption by protest groups and terrorism threats.
The tightened security measures come amid reports of a planned turnout of pro-Palestinian protests in the city.
"The good news is I feel safe but the bad news is you get settled into a pen," said Michael, a resident who is standing in line.
In preparation for a potential spontaneous protest, NYPD has prepared an anti-terrorist brigade, a patrol with dogs and a flying crew of drones and helicopters.
Like every year, a million people are expected to gather in Times Square to attend the traditional Ball Drop.
Security measures tightened in NYC ahead of New Year's Eve
New York City Police Department (NYPD) tightened security measures ahead of New Year's Eve on Sunday due to a high risk of disruption by protest groups and terrorism threats.
The tightened security measures come amid reports of a planned turnout of pro-Palestinian protests in the city.
"The good news is I feel safe but the bad news is you get settled into a pen," said Michael, a resident who is standing in line.
In preparation for a potential spontaneous protest, NYPD has prepared an anti-terrorist brigade, a patrol with dogs and a flying crew of drones and helicopters.
Like every year, a million people are expected to gather in Times Square to attend the traditional Ball Drop.
New York City Police Department (NYPD) tightened security measures ahead of New Year's Eve on Sunday due to a high risk of disruption by protest groups and terrorism threats.
The tightened security measures come amid reports of a planned turnout of pro-Palestinian protests in the city.
"The good news is I feel safe but the bad news is you get settled into a pen," said Michael, a resident who is standing in line.
In preparation for a potential spontaneous protest, NYPD has prepared an anti-terrorist brigade, a patrol with dogs and a flying crew of drones and helicopters.
Like every year, a million people are expected to gather in Times Square to attend the traditional Ball Drop.