The NYPD is increasing security around Lunar New Year events and private security is being bolstered as well.
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The Monterey Park shootings, which have so far claimed 11 lives, took place at a dance studio frequented by members of the Asian community, and have devastated the community as it marks the Lunar New Year, the two-week celebration that started Sunday.
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