Security training takes center stage for more than 100 Tampa faith leaders following recent national attack

TAMPA, Fla. - It was standing room only Thursday night as more than 100 faith leaders listened to Tampa police break down deterring, delaying and defending against attacks.

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Religious leaders in the Tampa Bay area are taking another look at their security after recent violence at places of worship.

"It's always a concern. We look at the events that go on across the country and elsewhere, and we see what's going on. We want to make sure that they're comfortable and that they know us and that they’re comfortable with calling us," said Assistant Chief Brett Owen of the Tampa Police Department.

Some recent violence includes attacks at churches in Minnesota and Michigan and at the Jewish museum in Washington, D.C. Jeffrey Torres was one of many local religious group members