NYPD Boosts Security at Bridges and Tunnels Amid Threat Reports

By Y.M. Lowy

Drivers commuting across bridges and tunnels this week will see a stronger police presence as the NYPD increases security.

“New Yorkers, during your evening commute - especially across bridges and through tunnels - you may notice an increased police presence,” Mayor Eric Adams wrote on X. “As we do every year around this time, we’re closely monitoring for any potential threats to NYC infrastructure. You can be confident that New York City remains safe and well protected.” 

NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said, “Based on threat reporting, which typically increases this time of year around the anniversary of 9/11, the UN General Assembly, and the Jewish High Holidays, we are monitoring threats against NYC infrastructure, including bridges and tunnels. As always, we take all threats seriously and are working with our federal partners through our Joint Task Force. Out of an abundance of caution, we are surging resources, and you can expect to see an increased police presence at critical infrastructure locations.”

“That is all we can say at this time about the threats,” the Commissioner responded to reporters’ questions following the announcement.