Explosive Device Found Outside NYC Mayor's Home
8 hours ago
New York City police say a device thrown during an anti-Islam protest outside the home of Mayor Zohran Mamdani was a real improvised explosive. Investigators report the object contained nuts, bolts, screws, and a hobby fuse.
Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch confirmed that the bomb squad determined the device was not a hoax or smoke bomb, but a life-threatening explosive. Two counterprotesters are in custody, and charges are pending.
Authorities are also investigating a second suspicious device found nearby. The protest was organized by far-right activist Jake Lang, who called the demonstration “Stop the Islamic Takeover of New York City.”
Police say the investigation is ongoing, and the area remains under heightened security.
Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch confirmed that the bomb squad determined the device was not a hoax or smoke bomb, but a life-threatening explosive. Two counterprotesters are in custody, and charges are pending.
Authorities are also investigating a second suspicious device found nearby. The protest was organized by far-right activist Jake Lang, who called the demonstration “Stop the Islamic Takeover of New York City.”
Police say the investigation is ongoing, and the area remains under heightened security.
