High security measures remain in place due to potential threat from ISIS-K during the Men's T20 Cricket World Cup in New York, according to an official.
Previously, Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder announced that a potential ISIS-K threat was made against a cricket event in April, which later became more specific targeting the matchup at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium on Long Island. The threat was in reference to a viral video urging a "lone wolf" to act out.
On Sunday morning, authorities received an additional threat that Ryder described as "more generic." This threat didn't directly mention Sunday's game but featured an individual standing behind a sports stadium.
In response, Ryder stated that they've increased security measures at the venue and are conducting investigations from the intelligence side. They're preparing for the day, with measures like monitoring the fence line, checking cars, and using horses and drones for patrolling.
With these measures in place, Ryder believes the cricket venue will be the safest place in Nassau County on Sunday.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman had previously shared that considerable effort had been put into securing the World Cup, calling it "the Super Bowl on steroids." This involved collaborating with federal partners, such as the FBI and the Department of Homeland Security.
CNN's Rebekah Riess and Dakin Andone contributed to this story.
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Despite the increased security measures, US law enforcement agencies are vigilantly monitoring the situation due to the ongoing threat. The safety of the US spectators is of utmost importance for the authorities during the Men's T20 Cricket World Cup.
