Man Detained After Detonating Incendiary Device Outside ICE, FBI Building in New York

A man detonated an incendiary device outside 26 Federal Plaza in Manhattan on July 20, 2026, causing minor injuries to two people and leading to his arrest. The building houses offices of the FBI, ICE, and other federal agencies. The suspect, who had a sign reading ‘ICE fuera de nuestras calles’ on his cart, was taken into custody shortly after the incident, and the FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force is investigating Source: La Vanguardia; Source: CNN.

What happened

The device, described as a homemade mix of fireworks and flammable liquid, was set off near the entrance of the federal building. Witness video shows a person igniting a fire near planters, producing a large plume of black smoke. The New York Police Department and bomb squad responded, securing the area Source: Diario Libre.

Casualties and suspect

Two people sustained minor injuries: a federal employee and a civilian Source: Infobae. However, CNN reports that three people had minor injuries, with two refusing treatment and one taken to hospital Source: CNN. The suspect also suffered minor injuries. The cart contained air rifles, additional fireworks, and anti-ICE materials Source: Diario Libre; Source: CNN.

Reaction and investigation

FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed the arrest and the two minor injuries. New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani called the incident ‘deeply disturbing’ and expressed relief that no one was seriously hurt Source: CNN. Police are investigating the suspect’s background, including any criminal or mental health history .