Police Boost Security in Northern Virginia Malls After Public Safety Threat

Police Boost Security in Northern Virginia Malls After Public Safety Threat
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Police in northern Virginia will be increasing law enforcement presence in malls and shopping centers in the area through the Halloween weekend after news of a potential threat to public safety in the area emerged in the past 48 hours, according to multiple reports.

The news comes amid an upcoming gubernatorial election in Virginia, to take place Nov. 2.