New York City Police said on Sunday a device that was ignited and thrown during protests outside Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s home over the weekend was an explosive that could have caused serious injury or death. The device was one of two that were thrown during the protests, which were led by two opposing groups, according to police. In a statement on Sunday, Mamdani condemned Lang’s protest but said the violence that followed it was more disturbing. Balat ran after throwing it and eventually lit and dropped a second device in the street, according to Tisch. New York police are working with the FBI and the U.S. Department of Justice on the investigation.

Source: Irish Independent March 09, 2026 04:08 UTC