Boston Marathon security plans pay off

BOSTON — At checkpoints up and down the Boston Marathon Finish Line, security teams were busy Monday opening bags to check on what people were carrying closer to Boylston Street.

“It takes 30 seconds, and everybody’s bag is checked. It just gives a better sense of security, " Ali Kinahan, of Dorchester, told me.

“I think it’s so much more important that we are doing this, instead of feeling unsafe,” added Gabby Osher, of Boston.

Bomb squads, K9 crews, police from different communities from all across Massachusetts were stationed on every street corner, paying attention to the massive crowds.

After the Marathon Bombings in 2013, no one was taking any chances in 2022.

Back in 2013, Tamerlan Tsarnaev escaped from Boylston Street after detonating the first Marathon bomb by running down Exeter Street. Today, Checkpoint Number 23 was set up at the same spot.

“I was in college when the bombing happened and I remember being terrified. Now I feel really safe, and it’s good to have this here,” Karolina Atsalis, of Hyannis, told me.

“We’ve been through three different security checkpoints. I think it’s fantastic. I was here the year of the bombings, so I like the security,” Mary Clare Coghlin, of Annapolis, MD, added.

As security crews went about their work of checking bags and maintaining safety, fans of the Boston Marathon went about their work of enjoying, and celebrating, a day that is all about Boston.

“It’s Boston. I live in Boston. It’s what we do. Got to show up and support,” said Brad Sago, of Boston.

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