[Sgt_Schultze]

Here's hoping.

In the crush of bodies in the dark . . . I really hope they are overprepared.

[BigBobber]

On Tuesday, Dec. 29, he went with an FBI informant to the Hudson Ave. Walmart to pick up supplies. -They purchased two black ski masks, zip ties, two knives, a machete, duct tape, ammonia, and latex gloves.

Walmart Checker: "Going out for a picnic this weekend Mr. Mohammad? Have a nice day!"

[Covenantor]

There is no dark in Times Square on New Year’s Eve. Between the big signage lights and broadcast lighting it’s pretty bright. The fixed location high on the lapel just under the chin makes it easy to catch the eye if you know where to look.

Not to worry, NYPD does this kind of duty all the time. They’re pros. When was the last time you heard of a NYC mass gathering getting out of control?

The mounted units are very effective at crowd control and herding.