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Nassau County Police Department Issues Statement Regarding Brussels Terror Attack

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By Published: March 22 2016

LongIsland.com

Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano and Police Commissioner Thomas C. Krumpter express their condolences to the people of Brussels, Belgium in light of the recent terrorist attacks.

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Nassau County, NY - March 22nd, 2016 - Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano and Acting Police Commissioner Thomas C. Krumpter express their condolences to the people of Brussels, Belgium in light of the recent terrorist attacks.

Although there are no known imminent threats to Nassau County, police are monitoring these attacks along with federal, state, and local authorities.

Nassau County Police are intensifying patrols in all areas of mass transit, critical infrastructure, and will increase patrols at significant public events.

The public is reminded if they see any suspicious activity to contact 911 immediately. Suspicious social media activity can also be  reported through Text-a-Tip via the Nassau County Crime Stoppers app available free for smartphones and tablets.