WASHINGTON: New York will boost security for the upcoming T20 Cricket World Cup in June, the governor said on Wednesday, after reports of threats especially related to the India-Pakistan match.
“In preparation for the @cricketworldcup, my team has been working with federal & local law enforcement to keep attendees safe,” Governor Kathy Hochul wrote on X, adding there was “no credible threat at this time”.
A News Agency cited a New York City Police Department bulletin saying the tournament and its related events in New York City could be viewed by extremists as an opportunity to commit acts of violence or disruption.
“Recent pro-ISIS propaganda which specifically referenced the upcoming India-Pakistan match at this major event raises concerns and reinforces the need for heightened vigilance” among security partners,” the news agency said.
Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder said the World Cup received an ISIS-K-linked threat in April and more specifically threats over the India versus Pakistan match.
World Cup matches between India and Pakistan, which have not played a bilateral series in several years due to tense political relations, are among the most viewed sporting events in the world.
Hochul said in a statement New York State Police had been directed to increase enforcement presence, surveillance, and screening processes for the tournament.
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