Posted on 10/30/2021 8:37:31 AM PDT by lightman
It's Halloween weekend—and there is a boogeyman out there. This is no drill. The residents of Northern Virginia are under a terror threat over the next 72 hours as officials warn that an active ISIS cell could launch an attack soon. Authorities have warned folks heading into malls and shopping centers. Reportedly, two ISIS operatives have been tasked with carrying out some attack in a population center. Police presence will be increased in the area (via CBS News):
Police in Northern Virginia are on a heightened state of alert as a new law enforcement alert warned of a potential threat against malls and shopping centers located just outside of Washington, D.C. The threat originated with ISIS and is the basis for the alert, sources told CBS News
"We have increased our police presence throughout the county to include major thoroughfares, transit hubs, shopping plazas and shopping malls," Fairfax County police chief Kevin Davis said Friday.
Police said the increased law enforcement presence will be in place through the Halloween weekend and ahead of Virginia's gubernatorial election. Law enforcement officials said they are acting out of an abundance of caution, and as they learn more about the threat, the increased law enforcement presence could be extended through Tuesday's election.
Police in Northern Virginia are on a heightened state of alert as a new law enforcement alert warned of a potential threat against malls and shopping centers located just outside of DC The threat originated with ISIS and is the basis for the alert. https://t.co/cggioJft7S — WJZ | CBS Baltimore (@wjz) October 30, 2021
Now, the fact that we allowed tens of thousands of unvetted Afghan refugees to resettle in the area couldn’t be a reason, right? Of course, there were some bad dudes that got here and slipped through the cracks. And yes, we shouldn’t be shocked if some terrorists got through. They’ve done so before. It’s not lockdown-worthy, but just be aware if you’re a resident of NoVa and are out and about this weekend.
I haven’t been to a mall since the Black youts took over Sharpstown mall in Houston in the early 80’s.
From Afghanistan, remember all the weapons we left there? We just gave them a free flight to the US, as you don’t think the US military actually frisked them for weapons first before allowing 600 of them to cram aboard the C17s do you?
According to DHS and the FBI, right wing militias are the biggest terrorist threat. And since I can’t recall them doing anything, this can’t be serious.
Not a problem at Landmark, it’s a homeless shelter now. And I hear that Fair Oaks Mall is going to go the same way.
Which is worse, ISIS or liberals?
Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm.
bro....you nailed it. Gotta keep the people away and scared. Surprised they didn’t claim “isis” was going to target voting places.
Create a spectacle that prevents Tuesday elections from taking place as expected. Why? Because at this point, the Dem candidate, Terry M. is a likely loser. The tightly orchestrated spectacle will provide a distraction while attempts are made to secure the election for the Dems. Lather, Rinse, Repeat as needed for a One Party Goverment.
I make it a policy to avoid all malls.
Some bad dudes?
How about a Legion of bad dudes... Several Divisions of illegals have walked across the border in the last few months....
I rarely go to Malls but when I do young people hold doors open for me and call me sir.
Location, location, location.
According to lez chainee, Tucker is the biggest threat. :-}
bkmk
Or grandma’s waving flags during peaceful protests at the Capitol after they were allowed in for a guided tour by the Capitol, police.
Yeah, just go to a mall in southern Virginia. Safe as in your mother's arms. Thank goodness our "intelligence community" is on the job. They know everything.
I quit going to the MOA (Mall of America) because the gangs that took over there.
Speed Bump and his brother...
Ah, the memories!
Obviously we should take threats seriously.
But this one seems “convenient.” Just like the “Nazis for Youngkin” crap from the other day.
Antifa are genuine terrorists.
No need to pretend to be.
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