Metro Atlanta law enforcement agencies say they have no plans as of now to increase security measures in the wake of Monday’s deadly bombing in the U.K.
Greater Manchester police said at least 22 people were killed and 59 injured in the attack by a suicide bomber identified as 22-year-old Salman Abedi. Children were among the casualties, which took place during an Ariana Grande concert at the Manchester Arena.
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“Our officers are aware of the events that have taken place in Manchester and will continue to be vigilant and focused on protecting the citizens of Atlanta,” Atlanta Police Sgt. Donald Hannah said in a statement. “Our Homeland Security Unit is constantly working to gather and disseminate information throughout the department. Should there be a need, adjustments in manpower will be made accordingly.”
Cobb County Police Sgt. Dana Pierce said “we’re cognizant of what happened” but added the situation in Manchester won’t impact policing in Cobb.
Gwinnett police say they, too, are monitoring the situation but plan no changes to their standard operating procedure.
“If we receive information that impacts Gwinnett County specifically we will adjust accordingly,” Gwinnett Police Cpl. Deon Washington told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
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