They guards are here to provide a uniformed presence to deter anything.

Their uniformed presence alone gained the support of ordinary Germans who sought change.

A curfew for those not travelling to or from work would be good start, combined with a large and very standoffish uniformed presence.

They just lend a uniformed presence.

"You need uniformed presence to take back the streets on a permanent basis," Mr. Reppetto said.

"The main thing we are trying to do is to increase our uniformed presence in the precinct," the captain said.

The potential for fender-benders, if not fist fights, cries out for uniformed presence.

"People are feeling very nervous, and a uniformed presence makes them feel better," she said.

Although police officials call the figure exaggerated, they acknowledge having drawn up contingency plans that involve a large uniformed presence.

The foot men provided a uniformed presence and did a great job.