Army veteran sets off fireworks, starts fire outside NYC federal building, FBI says

A man was arrested after law enforcement officials said he ignited fireworks, poured flammable liquid and started a fire at 26 Federal Plaza in Lower Manhattan.

Jul 21, 2026 0

Army veteran sets off fireworks, starts fire outside NYC federal building, FBI says

A man was arrested after law enforcement officials said he ignited fireworks, poured flammable liquid and started a fire at 26 Federal Plaza in Lower Manhattan.

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