Suspect in custody after explosion in trash can outside NYC federal building
Summary
An explosive device made from fireworks went off in a trash can outside a federal building in Lower Manhattan, New York City. Police arrested a man at the scene, and firefighters put out the flames. No gunshots were reported, but authorities warned people to avoid the area due to road closures and traffic delays.Key Facts
- The explosion happened outside 26 Federal Plaza, a federal building in Lower Manhattan.
- The building houses agencies like the FBI, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
- The device was fireworks placed inside a garbage can.
- Firefighters responded quickly to extinguish the fire caused by the explosion.
- Police took a suspect into custody at the scene.
- An initial check found no evidence of gunfire.
- Heavy smoke was visible outside the building after the blast.
- Authorities warned of traffic and transit disruptions near Worth Street and Lafayette Street and asked people to stay away.
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