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Putnam Sheriff Urges Extra Vigilance After Terror Warning

PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- The Putnam County Sheriff's Department will be stepping up patrols during the holiday weekend in an effort to combat any potential terrorist threats.

Deputies will be conducting periodic security checks of religious facilities, train stations, commuter parking lots, bus routes, shopping centers, and public parks where holiday events may be held; beginning on Friday, July 3 and ending on Sunday evening, July 5, officials said.

The sheriff's announcement comes just days after the state's Counter-Terrorism discussed what measures would be taken in Putnam and Westchester to help keep residents safe. 

The sheriff is also reminding residents to take the following steps if they see suspicious activity:

  • Do not confront the individual(s)

  • Do not reveal your suspicions to the individual(s)

  • Do record as many details as possible

  • Do notify local police agencies by calling 911 or their direct number.

 

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