'Anti-ICE' army veteran started fire outside Manhattan federal building, say officials
"Our administration will continue to ensure that every New Yorker is safe in their city - and hold accountable any who threaten that"
By News on the Net -- BBC & Election Wizard—— Bio and Archives--July 23, 2026
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A former US Army soldier has been arrested after igniting a fire in front of a federal building in New York City, says the FBI.
Andrew Arrabaca, 43, allegedly shot a pellet gun and set off fireworks on Monday morning at 26 Federal Plaza, where the FBI, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and US Citizenship and Immigration Services have offices.
Federal agents tackled the suspect, who they say was armed with a machete and other weapons.
Three people sustained minor injuries in the incident, including an immigrant who was attending a status hearing, said the FBI. The lower Manhattan site has become a flashpoint for protests against President Donald Trump's immigration policies. ---More...
????A 43-year-old Army veteran and anti-ICE extremist has been charged with federal arson after setting fire outside a federal immigration court in New York City.
— Election Wizard (@ElectionWiz)July 23, 2026
The charges carry a mandatory minimum sentence of 7 years behind bars. pic.twitter.com/2JX8E6ikgn
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