Pipe Bomb Interrupts NYC Morning Rush Hour

  • 6 years ago
A man who detonated a pipe bomb strapped to his person has been arrested.
According to authorities in New York City, the 27-year-old attempted to blow up a busy bus terminal.
The NYPD identified the man as Akayed Ullah, a Bangladeshi man and resident of Brooklyn.
Police added that he detonated an explosive device, but it partially failed.
The subsequent explosion only injured the bomber and three others.
New York Mayor Bill de Blasio stated Ullah attempted to commit an act of terror.

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