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Suspect held after explosion at FBI building in New York City

Suspect held after explosion at FBI building in New York City

Summary

An explosion occurred outside an FBI building in New York City, injuring three people. Authorities arrested a suspect who reportedly threw an incendiary device, and the FBI is investigating the incident as a potential act of terror.

Key Facts

  • The explosion happened Monday morning outside 26 Federal Plaza, the FBI headquarters in Manhattan.
  • Three people were injured, two needing hospital treatment.
  • The suspect threw a device that caused a fire near the building.
  • The device appeared to be fireworks attached to a wagon with a sign saying “ICE out of our streets.”
  • The FBI’s joint terrorism taskforce is leading the investigation.
  • Protest against ICE and immigration policies have increased recently.
  • Several deaths involving immigration authorities have occurred this year.
  • Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin confirmed immigration enforcement efforts would continue despite recent shootings.
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