The Missouri Highway Patrol captain pledged Monday to keep Ferguson safe, with the help of National Guard troops who were called in by the governor earlier in the day to provide additional security. "Tonight, we will ensure the safety of the safety of the citizens of Ferguson, the visitors to Ferguson, the business of Ferguson," Capt. Ron Johnson told reporters. "We will not allow vandals, criminals elements, to impact the safety and security of this community." There was no official word by Monday afternoon on how many National Guard troops were being sent in, or from which divisions. The governor said that the Guard troops would report to the Highway Patrol.
