Who was taken into custody?

A person who threw an incendiary device.

Where did the explosion happen?

Outside a federal building in downtown Manhattan, New York City.

How many people were hurt?

Three people were injured in the explosion.

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Early details on suspect in explosion outside NYC federal building

First publishedJul 20, 15:15 UTC

Last updatedJul 21, 18:47 UTC · 8d ago

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Answer

A person was taken into custody after an incendiary device exploded outside a federal building in New York City, injuring three people. The incident occurred on Monday morning in downtown Manhattan. The FBI is investigating.

Reported by 5 outlets — CBS News, The Guardian US, Seattle Times. See all sources ↓

An explosion happened outside a federal building in New York City. A person threw an incendiary device, which hurt three people. The police took the person who did it into custody.

Why it matters

This incident is important because it shows that security is a concern in public places. The FBI is investigating to find out more about the explosion.

In brief

Who was taken into custody?: A person who threw an incendiary device.
Where did the explosion happen?: Outside a federal building in downtown Manhattan, New York City.
How many people were hurt?: Three people were injured in the explosion.

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The outlets report the incident in a factual and neutral way, focusing on the details of the explosion and the investigation. They do not express a clear opinion or emotion.

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Scouting report
The FBI is investigating the explosion.
Sources3
TypeAngle
CBS NewsJul 20, 18:46FBI confirms incendiary device
The Guardian USJul 20, 15:46FBI investigating the incident
Seattle TimesJul 20, 15:30FBI says person in custody
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Scouting report
The explosion happened outside a federal building in downtown Manhattan.
Sources3
TypeAngle
CBS NewsJul 20, 18:46Explosion outside 26 Federal Plaza
The Guardian USJul 20, 15:46FBI building in lower Manhattan
Seattle TimesJul 20, 15:30New York federal building

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