NYPD beefs up security for New Year’s Eve celebration after recent terror attacks

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Those visiting Times Square for New Year’s Eve celebrations this year can expect to see additional security, as law enforcement prepares for the annual gathering in the wake of two terror attacks that occurred in the city this year.

New York City Police Commissioner James O’Neill said during a press conference Thursday there are “no direct credible threats” to New York City during the annual New Year’s Eve festivities. But he warned the expected 2 million people coming to Times Square that there will be an unprecedented amount of security.

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