Man in custody after setting off ‘incendiary device’ outside federal building in Manhattan


A man with a history of anti-Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity set off an “incendiary device” outside a Manhattan federal building which houses immigration court, authorities said.

Video captured the moment the suspect poured a liquid and then ignited it outside 26 Federal Plaza, sparking a massive fire. The suspect was then tackled by officers.

No injuries were reported, authorities said.

The suspect was taken into custody, the FBI said, and the FBI New York Joint Terrorism Task Force is investigating.

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.



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