BOSTON (WHDH) - Boston Police posted on Twitter that all officers will be patrolling in two-officer units after three officers were shot and killed in Baton Rouge on Sunday.

This is done “in the best interests of officer safety,” according to the tweet.

As we monitor the incident in Baton Rouge, our officers are reminded to use caution and remain vigilant in their patrols. — Boston Police Dept. (@bostonpolice) July 17, 2016

In light of the tragedy in Baton Rouge and in the best interests of

officer safety, all #BPD patrols will be conducted by two-officer units. — Boston Police Dept. (@bostonpolice) July 17, 2016

#BPD Commish Evans: Now, more than ever, we must come together as a community in our shared efforts to prevent further senseless tragedy. — Boston Police Dept. (@bostonpolice) July 17, 2016

Massachusetts state police released the following statement regarding the incident: