DC police to increase presence at religious institutions after Colorado terrorist attack
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) will be increasing its presence around religious institutions, particularly Jewish institutions, in response to an terrorist attack in Boulder, Colorado on Sunday.
According to the Associated Press, six people were injured after a man used a makeshift flamethrower at an outdoor mall while shouting 'Free Palestine,' which has been classified by the FBI as a terrorist attack.
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MPD says they are coordinating with local, state, and federal law enforcement to ensure the safety of those in the District and that there are 'no known threats' at this time.
Police released a statement on the incident,
'The Metropolitan Police Department is closely monitoring the events that unfolded this afternoon in Boulder, Colorado. We are actively coordinating with our local, state, and federal law enforcement partners to share information and monitor intelligence in order to help safeguard residents, businesses, and visitors in the District of Columbia.
At this time, there are no known threats to the District. However, MPD has maintained an increased presence at religious institutions across the city, with particular attention to Jewish institutions.
We continue to urge the public to remain vigilant and help keep our community safe. If you See Something, Say Something. For emergencies or immediate threats, call 911. To report suspicious activity, contact MPD's Real Time Crime Center at 202-727-9099, text 50411, or submit a report online at iwatch.dc.gov.'
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