20.07.2026 19:51
An explosion in front of 26 Federal Plaza in New York City, USA, which houses the offices of the FBI and US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, led to extensive security measures. The FBI confirmed that an improvised incendiary device was used in the incident, stated that a suspect has been taken into custody, and announced that the investigation is being conducted by the New York Joint Terrorism Task Force. It was reported that at least two people sustained minor injuries.
An explosion in front of the 26 Federal Plaza building in New York, USA, which houses the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and an immigration court, caused panic. The FBI confirmed that the device used in the incident was an "incendiary device," and stated that a suspect was taken into custody and that the investigation is being conducted by the New York Joint Terrorism Task Force. It was reported that at least two people were slightly injured.
FBI: SUSPECT IN CUSTODY
In a statement by the FBI, it was stated that an incendiary device detonated in the outer section of Federal Plaza, and it was confirmed that a person connected to the incident was taken into custody. Authorities reported that the investigation into the motive of the attack continues and all possibilities are being evaluated.
INITIAL FINDINGS: SUSPICION OF FIREWORKS AND FLAMMABLE MATERIAL
According to initial information in the US press, the explosion may have been caused by a device consisting of fireworks and flammable materials. After the incident, the area was cordoned off, and fire crews responded to the resulting fire. It was reported that no evidence of firearm use was found in initial examinations.
AT LEAST TWO PEOPLE INJURED
It was announced that two people were slightly injured during the explosion and that the injured were taken under treatment by medical teams. Authorities stated that the injuries were not life-threatening and noted that investigations at the scene continue.
AIRSOFT RIFLES FOUND ON SUSPECT
According to information reflected in the US media, rifles known as "airsoft" that resemble real weapons, fireworks, and various materials were seized from the suspect taken into custody. While some reports suggested the suspect was previously associated with anti-ICE actions, authorities made no official statement regarding the motivation of the attack and said the investigation continues.
COUNTERTERRORISM TEAM INVOLVED
Following the incident, the FBI New York Joint Terrorism Task Force launched an investigation. Extensive security measures were taken around Federal Plaza, some roads were closed to traffic, and citizens were asked to stay away from the area. Authorities announced that the incident is being investigated in all its aspects and that new information will be shared with the public as the investigation progresses.