Counter-terror police, helicopters, drones to secure Sunday’s Israel parade in New York

The NYPD will deploy an array of security measures to protect Sunday’s annual pro-Israel parade in New York City, NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch says at a press briefing.

Tisch, who comes from a prominent Jewish family, says there are no specific or credible threats to the march. During the annual parade, tens of thousands march down Manhattan’s Fifth Avenue.

The NYPD will deploy uniformed officers at the parade and in its vicinity, and use special units like mounted officers and canine units.

Counter-terror teams, a bomb squad and “hostile surveillance” officers will also be on hand. Helicopters and drones will monitor the event from above and police personnel will watch video from security cameras in the area, Tisch says.

Intelligence teams will scan for potential threats posted online and police response units will be posted around the city to respond quickly if a threat is detected.

“We remain vigilant and the public can expect to see a robust and visible police presence throughout the area,” Tisch says. “As always, there will be assets you will see and others you will not see.”