Group planning Toronto Swift parties say safety is top of mind after Austrian arrests – Toronto [Video]

Safety will be “top of mind” when planning parties outside Taylor Swift’s concert venue in Toronto, the group organizing the events said, after a threat in Austria forced several Swift shows to be cancelled.

Security challenges at Swift concerts have drawn renewed attention after Austrian authorities announced they had arrested suspects and foiled a conspiracy to attack now-cancelled shows in Vienna with knives or homemade explosives.

Toronto’s Version: Taylgate ’24 has said it plans to host parties outside the Rogers Centre in downtown Toronto, where Swift is scheduled to perform six times in November.

The group said it is “heartbroken” for Austrian fans who missed out on seeing a tour that has attracted massive global interest.

It said it is “monitoring” developments after the Austrian arrests and will remain in contact with all relevant authorities as Swift’s arrival in Toronto approaches.

“Over the next few months, we will continue our safety and …