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Security ramping up in Speedway

Posted at 8:30 PM, May 23, 2016
and last updated 2016-05-23 21:40:03-04

SPEEDWAY, Ind. -- Security is ramping up in and around Speedway as the 100th running of the Indianapolis 500 draws near.

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Speedway's five motorcycle police officers – along with motorcycle officers from Indiana State Police and IMPD – will be patrolling the area this week working to keep everyone safe.

RTV6 reporter Jason Fechner talked to police about their enhanced efforts. Watch his report in the video player above.