Super Bowl To See Heavy Anti-Terrorism Security

The Hill reports:

There will be heavy security at the Super Bowl on Sunday despite limited attendance after the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) risk assessment found the event could be a target for criminal activity.

DHS announced on Saturday that 500 DHS personnel will be at the Super Bowl since it garnered a Level 1 Special Event Assessment Rating. The rating means the event “requires extensive federal interagency support.”

“Not only is the Super Bowl an attractive target for terrorists and domestic violent extremists, but it also presents opportunities for human trafficking, the sale of counterfeit goods, and other criminal activities,” the announcement states.

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There will be heavy security at the Super Bowl on Sunday despite limited attendance after the Department of Homeland Security risk assessment found the event could be a target for criminal activity. https://t.co/A3TBHHiWyQ

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