No Credible Terror Threat To Indy 500

May 12, 2008

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A federal assessment says the Indianapolis 500 is an attractive target for terrorists - but there’s no credible or specific threat aimed at the Memorial Day weekend race.

In an internal FBI/Homeland Security Department assessment released today to local police, officials says such sporting events are attractive potential targets. It says they’re inviting to terrorists because of the potential to inflict large numbers of casualties while the whole world is watching.

Indianapolis Motor Speedway spokesman Fred Nation says such assessments are typical before races at the Brickyard and other large sporting events.

Officials estimate between 200,000 and 300,000 people from around the world will attend the Indy 500.