New York, NY – Police say recent reports of suspicious packages in the city more than tripled during the lead-up to the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terror attacks compared to the same time last year.
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The NYPD said that it had received 302 suspicious package reports — all unsubstantiated — starting Friday through 7:30 a.m. Sunday. There 82 last year.
New York routinely sees jumps in such reports in response to terror threats or news of thwarted plots. Authorities warned last week that they were investigating a potential al-Qaida car-bomb threat tied to the anniversary.
In recent days, city officials have asked New Yorkers to be extra vigilant.