Woman Killed By Falling Decorative Masonry In Midtown

By Theodore Parisienne               Posted – 4:16PM

The body of deceased Erica Tishman lay covered as authorities Investigate on West 49th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan on Tuesday December 17, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

A dreary, cloud covered day with a constant, tenacious downpour was made even bleaker when a pedestrian was killed instantly after loose masonry from a Midtown building fell onto her.

Erica Tishmans’ body lay next to large pieces of the shattered masonry at right on West 49th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan on Tuesday December 17, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

The woman, identified by Authorities as 60yr old Erica Tishman of Manhattan, was walking on West 49th Street past a building for which the address is 729 7th Avenue, when the loose stonework made its’ deadly descent, striking her in the head.

Large chunks of the decorative masonry can be seen in the foreground at left and right with another large piece in the background on West 49th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan on Tuesday December 17, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

Emergency Responders tried in vain to resuscitate Erica before pronouncing her dead on the scene. Chunks of the fallen Terra Cotta could be seen near her body as it lay covered by a white sheet on the sidewalk, in the rain.

Erica Tishmans’ headband and EarPod earpiece lies next to her body on West 49th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan on Tuesday December 17, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

Passersby stopped to take in the horrific scene, some wondering how incidents like this can still happen in the City, while others somberly noted it could have happened to them.

60yr old Erica Tishman was killed instantly after decorative masonry fell onto her from a building near West 49th Street and 7th Avenue in Manhattan on Tuesday December 17, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

Authorities have launched a full fledged Investigation to determine how this tragic event unfolded.

60yr old Erica Tishman was killed instantly after decorative masonry fell onto her from a building near West 49th Street and 7th Avenue in Manhattan on Tuesday December 17, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
60yr old Erica Tishman was killed instantly after decorative masonry fell onto her from a building near West 49th Street and 7th Avenue in Manhattan on Tuesday December 17, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
60yr old Erica Tishman was killed instantly after decorative masonry fell onto her from a building near West 49th Street and 7th Avenue in Manhattan on Tuesday December 17, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
60yr old Erica Tishman was killed instantly after decorative masonry fell onto her from a building near West 49th Street and 7th Avenue in Manhattan on Tuesday December 17, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
60yr old Erica Tishman was killed instantly after decorative masonry fell onto her from a building near West 49th Street and 7th Avenue in Manhattan on Tuesday December 17, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

FDNY Rescues Workers Trapped On Collapsed Lift

By Theodore Parisienne               Posted – 6:22PM

Two men working on a lift approximately sixty feet up on the outside of a building under construction at 11 West 118th Street in Manhattan had to be rescued by FDNY members after the base of the lift tilted over, causing the boom arm and the cage they were in to crash into the side of the building at 17 West 118th Street at about 9:16AM.

One firefighter was lowered to the cage from the roof of 17 West 118th Street while his colleagues on the ground moved a ladder into position. One of the workers could be seen lying on his back at one end of the steeply tilted cage, his legs dangling freely off the edge. This same worker was later heard crying out in pain as he favored his right hand.

Both men, whom were most likely saved from a worse fate by their harnesses, were safely removed and taken to Harlem Hospital with non life threatening injuries. An Investigation into the incident is ongoing.

Road Worker Killed When Colleagues’ Truck Runs Over Him

By Theodore Parisienne               Posted – 5:36PM

The scene where a road worker was killed on Grant Street at Guy Lombardo Avenue in Freeport on Tuesday October 22, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

A man who was part of a team delivering asphalt during a road re-paving project in Freeport, Long Island, died a gruesome death Tuesday morning.

The scene where a road worker was killed on Grant Street at Guy Lombardo Avenue in Freeport on Tuesday October 22, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

The men were working on Grant Street near Guy Lombardo Avenue when, according to a witness at the scene, the victim dropped a tool that rolled beneath the massive eighteen wheeler as it prepared to back up in order to deliver its’ load of asphalt.

Detectives at the scene where a road worker was killed on Grant Street at Guy Lombardo Avenue in Freeport on Tuesday October 22, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

As the man reached beneath the truck to retrieve the tool the driver, unaware that the coast was not clear, backed up the truck and crushed his colleague beneath the massive wheels.

Cops at the scene where a road worker was killed on Grant Street at Guy Lombardo Avenue in Freeport on Tuesday October 22, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

Paramedics rushed to the scene, but could only pronounce the man deceased where he lay under the truck. The Investigation into this horrible incident is ongoing.

The scene where a road worker was killed on Grant Street at Guy Lombardo Avenue in Freeport on Tuesday October 22, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
The scene where a road worker was killed on Grant Street at Guy Lombardo Avenue in Freeport on Tuesday October 22, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
The scene where a road worker was killed on Grant Street at Guy Lombardo Avenue in Freeport on Tuesday October 22, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
The scene where a road worker was killed on Grant Street at Guy Lombardo Avenue in Freeport on Tuesday October 22, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
The scene where a road worker was killed on Grant Street at Guy Lombardo Avenue in Freeport on Tuesday October 22, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
The scene where a road worker was killed on Grant Street at Guy Lombardo Avenue in Freeport on Tuesday October 22, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
The scene where a road worker was killed on Grant Street at Guy Lombardo Avenue in Freeport on Tuesday October 22, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

Body of Man Found Beneath Manhattan Street

By Theodore Parisienne               Posted – 5:36PM

The scene where a man was found dead inside a manhole on West 58th Street between Broadway and 8th Avenue in Manhattan on Tuesday October 15, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

Two workers from Verizon got the surprise of their life early Tuesday morning.

The scene where Verizon workers found a man dead inside a manhole on West 58th Street between Broadway and 8th Avenue in Manhattan on Tuesday October 15, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

The men opened up a manhole on West 58th Street between Broadway and 8th Avenue in Manhattan at about 3:10AM to start their workday, but instead found the decomposing body of a man approximately ten feet beneath the surface.

The scene where a man was found dead inside a manhole on West 58th Street between Broadway and 8th Avenue in Manhattan on Tuesday October 15, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

The man, who may have been down there for a while, appears to be homeless, said authorities.

The scene where a man was found dead inside a manhole on West 58th Street between Broadway and 8th Avenue in Manhattan on Tuesday October 15, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

Investigators at the scene donned white Tyvek suits and gas masks before venturing into the manhole to inspect the remains.

An Investigator wearing a white Tyvek suit and gas mask is lowered into the manhole on West 58th Street between Broadway and 8th Avenue in Manhattan on Tuesday October 15, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

No obvious indicators pointing to any initial determination of cause of death were present at the scene, said authorities, and would therefore have to wait for the results of an Autopsy to be performed by the Medical Examiner.

Several items were brought up from inside the manhole using the canvas bag seen here on Tuesday October 15, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

In addition to not knowing whether or not the man was a victim of foul play, Investigators are also working to determine how he ended up inside the manhole, as these covers can weigh up to 400lbs. The Investigation, and the mystery of this incident, continues.

An Investigator wearing a white Tyvek suit and gas mask is lowered into the manhole on West 58th Street between Broadway and 8th Avenue in Manhattan on Tuesday October 15, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
Items of clothing belonging to the deceased is seen here on West 58th Street between Broadway and 8th Avenue in Manhattan on Tuesday October 15, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
The scene where a man was found dead inside a manhole on West 58th Street between Broadway and 8th Avenue in Manhattan on Tuesday October 15, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
The scene where a man was found dead inside a manhole on West 58th Street between Broadway and 8th Avenue in Manhattan on Tuesday October 15, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
The scene where a man was found dead inside a manhole on West 58th Street between Broadway and 8th Avenue in Manhattan on Tuesday October 15, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
The scene where a man was found dead inside a manhole on West 58th Street between Broadway and 8th Avenue in Manhattan on Tuesday October 15, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
The scene where a man was found dead inside a manhole on West 58th Street between Broadway and 8th Avenue in Manhattan on Tuesday October 15, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

Two Teens Feared Drowned At Rockaway Beach

By Theodore Parisienne               Posted – 11:48AM

Rescuers search for a 15yr old boy and a 16yr old boy who went missing at Far Rockaway Beach near Shore Front Parkway and 96th Street in Queens on Tuesday October 1, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

Rescuers from the NYPD Air and Marine Units, the United States Coast Guard Air and Sea Units, FDNY Marine Units and countless personnel on land all converged on Rockaway Beach near Shore Front Parkway and 96th Street in Queens on Tuesday afternoon, after a 15yr old boy and a 16yr old boy, both friends, went into the rough surf and did not surface.

Rescuers search for a 15yr old boy and a 16yr old boy who went missing at Far Rockaway Beach near Shore Front Parkway and 96th Street in Queens on Tuesday October 1, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

The boys were at the beach enjoying the unseasonably warm weather with at least two other teens when tragedy struck.

Rescuers search for a 15yr old boy and a 16yr old boy who went missing at Far Rockaway Beach near Shore Front Parkway and 96th Street in Queens on Tuesday October 1, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

New York City beaches were officially closed after September 8th, and Life Guards were not on duty. Two teen friends of the missing boys were seen waiting with authorities on the beach as the search progressed.

Two teen friends of the missing boys wait for word from authorities in Queens on Tuesday October 1, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

Rescuers diligently searched the waters until late on Tuesday evening when operations ended for the day without locating the boys.

Rescuers search for a 15yr old boy and a 16yr old boy who went missing at Far Rockaway Beach near Shore Front Parkway and 96th Street in Queens on Tuesday October 1, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

The search resumed on Wednesday morning but as of 10:30AM, the bodies of the two boys were still not found. The search continues.

Rescuers search for a 15yr old boy and a 16yr old boy who went missing at Far Rockaway Beach near Shore Front Parkway and 96th Street in Queens on Tuesday October 1, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
Two teen friends of the missing boys wait for word from authorities in Queens on Tuesday October 1, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
Rescuers search for a 15yr old boy and a 16yr old boy who went missing at Far Rockaway Beach near Shore Front Parkway and 96th Street in Queens on Tuesday October 1, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
Rescuers search for a 15yr old boy and a 16yr old boy who went missing at Far Rockaway Beach near Shore Front Parkway and 96th Street in Queens on Tuesday October 1, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
Rescuers search for a 15yr old boy and a 16yr old boy who went missing at Far Rockaway Beach near Shore Front Parkway and 96th Street in Queens on Tuesday October 1, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
Two teen friends of the missing boys wait with Police Officers for word from authorities in Queens on Tuesday October 1, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
Rescuers search for a 15yr old boy and a 16yr old boy who went missing at Far Rockaway Beach near Shore Front Parkway and 96th Street in Queens on Tuesday October 1, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
Two teen friends of the missing boys wait for word from authorities in Queens on Tuesday October 1, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
Rescuers search for a 15yr old boy and a 16yr old boy who went missing at Far Rockaway Beach near Shore Front Parkway and 96th Street in Queens on Tuesday October 1, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

Man Shot Dead By Accomplice During Robbery Attempt

By Theodore Parisienne               Posted – 4:05PM  / Updated 10:53PM

This Semi Automatic Pistol was recovered at the scene where a 24yr old man was shot in the head by his accomplice as the pair allegedly tried to rob another man outside of 106-06 160th Street in Queens on Tuesday October 1, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

24yr old Tyrell Simms was pronounced dead at Jamaica Hospital after he was accidentally shot in the head by his 46yr old accomplice when both men attempted to rob a 38yr old man outside of the New York City Housing Authority South Jamaica Houses Complex at 106-06 160th Street in Queens.

A Semi Automatic Pistol was recovered at the scene where a 24yr old man was shot in the head by his accomplice as the pair allegedly tried to rob another man outside of 106-06 160th Street in Queens on Tuesday October 1, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

Simms, who authorities said lives in Brooklyn, and his cohort were committing the brazen act in broad daylight, at about 1:13PM, but their dastardly actions did not work out in their favor.

The scene where a 24yr old man was shot in the head by his accomplice as the pair allegedly tried to rob another man outside of 106-06 160th Street in Queens on Tuesday October 1, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

NYPD Officers were quickly on scene and gave chase to the fleeing 46yr old accomplice, nabbing him just a few blocks away.

The scene where a 24yr old man was shot in the head by his accomplice as the pair allegedly tried to rob another man outside of 106-06 160th Street in Queens on Tuesday October 1, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

A black semi automatic handgun, with its’ serial number clearly visible, was recovered by Cops just half a block away from the shooting. The 38yr old man who was targeted by the pair managed to escape the ordeal without any injuries.

The scene where a 24yr old man was shot in the head by his accomplice as the pair allegedly tried to rob another man outside of 106-06 160th Street in Queens on Tuesday October 1, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

According to the NYPD, charges are expected to be laid against the arrested accomplice.

The scene where a 24yr old man was shot in the head by his accomplice as the pair allegedly tried to rob another man outside of 106-06 160th Street in Queens on Tuesday October 1, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
The scene where a 24yr old man was shot in the head by his accomplice as the pair allegedly tried to rob another man outside of 106-06 160th Street in Queens on Tuesday October 1, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
The scene where a 24yr old man was shot in the head by his accomplice as the pair allegedly tried to rob another man outside of 106-06 160th Street in Queens on Tuesday October 1, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
The scene where a 24yr old man was shot in the head by his accomplice as the pair allegedly tried to rob another man outside of 106-06 160th Street in Queens on Tuesday October 1, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

Armed Man Shot And Killed By Cops In Staten Island

By Theodore Parisienne               Posted – 4:00PM

A 9mm Handgun allegedly used by Gregory Edwards is seen here next to the wheel of a car parked at the scene on Prince Street in Staten Island on Tuesday September 17, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

A man was pronounced dead at Staten Island University North Hospital after he was shot by Police Officers who responded to a call from a woman who stated that she was the victim of a domestic violence incident.

Red cones mark the location of evidence at the scene on Prince Street in Staten Island on Tuesday September 17, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

The man, identified by the NYPD as 39yr old Gregory Edwards, was pointed out to Cops by the woman as the perpetrator. According to the NYPD, those Officers then called for backup and approached Edwards to effect an arrest as he walked outside of 20 Prince Street.

Cops search for evidence close to a 9mm handgun at the scene on Prince Street in Staten Island on Tuesday September 17, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

The NYPD further stated that Edwards immediately became combative with the Officers, at which point a taser was deployed, hitting Edwards in the back. Despite being tasered, Police said, Edwards was able to draw a gun and fired twice as Officers fought to gain control of the gun.

Detectives search for evidence at the scene on Prince Street in Staten Island on Tuesday September 17, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

At least one Officer fired three shots in return, striking Edwards. During this exchange, a female Police Officer was also shot in the wrist of her left hand and was taken to Richmond University Medical Center where she underwent surgery. The Officer was later categorized as being in ‘stable’ condition.

Crime Scene Unit Investigators arrive at the scene on Prince Street in Staten Island on Tuesday September 17, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

A 9mm handgun allegedly used by Edwards was recovered at the scene next to the wheel of a parked car. Police Officers at the scene were observed remaining calm and keeping their composure as other residents yelled constant obscenities and derogatory remarks at them, with one man repeatedly telling them to “Suck My D…K!!

Cops at the scene on Prince Street in Staten Island on Tuesday September 17, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

Edwards has a history of violent crimes, according to the NYPD. These include Domestic Assault and Weapons Charges. Edwards previously served five years in prison after he was convicted for a shooting in Staten Island.

Cops at the scene on Prince Street in Staten Island on Tuesday September 17, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

 

The man at center left kept yelling at Cops to “Suck My D….K!!” at the scene on Prince Street in Staten Island on Tuesday September 17, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
Cops at the scene on Prince Street in Staten Island on Tuesday September 17, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
Cops at the scene on Prince Street in Staten Island on Tuesday September 17, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

Two Queens Men Gunned Down In Car

By Theodore Parisienne               Posted – 4:04PM/Updated 11:37PM – Deceased Identified

Cops and Investigators on the scene where two men were executed in the Rosedale section of Queens on Monday August 26, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

22yr old Marcellus Shields and 23yr old Antoine Folkes, both from Queens, were pronounced dead on scene after they were shot multiple times on a quiet Queens Street Monday night.

Cops and Investigators on the scene where two men were executed in the Rosedale section of Queens on Monday August 26, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

According to authorities, one man was in the drivers’ seat and the other man in the front passenger seat of a silver Kia Soul SUV parked outside of a house on 255th Street in the Rosedale section of Queens, when a white SUV occupied by two or three men pulled up and opened fire.

Cops and Investigators on the scene where two men were executed in the Rosedale section of Queens on Monday August 26, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

Both men were shot multiple times and died where they sat, with one slumped backward and the other man, seen wearing a blue t-shirt, slumped forward. The shooters then made a quick, and so far clean, getaway.

One deceased victim is seen here on Monday August 26, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

Authorities are not releasing much information at this point in the Investigation and are looking into several scenarios, including the possibility of gang involvement. Police are now hunting for the killers.

One deceased victim is seen here on Monday August 26, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
One deceased victim is seen here with two apparent bullet holes visible in the windshield at left as a Detective uses light from his cellphone to take a look at the second victim on Monday August 26, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
One deceased victim is seen here with two apparent bullet holes visible in the windshield at left on Monday August 26, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
Cops and Investigators on the scene where two men were executed in the Rosedale section of Queens on Monday August 26, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
Cops and Investigators on the scene where two men were executed in the Rosedale section of Queens on Monday August 26, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
Cops and Investigators on the scene where two men were executed in the Rosedale section of Queens on Monday August 26, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
Cops and Investigators on the scene where two men were executed in the Rosedale section of Queens on Monday August 26, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
Cops and Investigators on the scene where two men were executed in the Rosedale section of Queens on Monday August 26, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
Cops and Investigators on the scene where two men were executed in the Rosedale section of Queens on Monday August 26, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
Cops and Investigators on the scene where two men were executed in the Rosedale section of Queens on Monday August 26, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
Cops and Investigators on the scene where two men were executed in the Rosedale section of Queens on Monday August 26, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
Cops and Investigators on the scene where two men were executed in the Rosedale section of Queens on Monday August 26, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
Cops and Investigators on the scene where two men were executed in the Rosedale section of Queens on Monday August 26, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

18yr Old Shot And Killed In Queens

By Theodore Parisienne               Posted – 8:39AM

The scene where 18yr old Angel Nixon was shot multiple times in the head, chest and leg in Queens on Tuesday August 20, 2019. 0719. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

Police responding to a 911 call early this morning of a man shot found an eighteen year old with gunshot wounds to the head, chest and legs sprawled out on the sidewalk in front of 145-04 176th Street in the Springfield Gardens section of Queens.

The scene where 18yr old Angel Nixon was shot multiple times in the head, chest and leg in Queens on Tuesday August 20, 2019. 0719. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

The victim, Angel Nixon, was rushed by medics to Jamaica Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries several hours later.

The scene where 18yr old Angel Nixon was shot multiple times in the head, chest and leg in Queens on Tuesday August 20, 2019. 0719. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

According to authorities Angel, who lived less than a mile away from the scene, got into an argument with another man before he was shot. The shooter fled the scene and is currently being sought by Cops.

The scene where 18yr old Angel Nixon was shot multiple times in the head, chest and leg in Queens on Tuesday August 20, 2019. 0719. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
The scene where 18yr old Angel Nixon was shot multiple times in the head, chest and leg in Queens on Tuesday August 20, 2019. 0719. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
The scene where 18yr old Angel Nixon was shot multiple times in the head, chest and leg in Queens on Tuesday August 20, 2019. 0719. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)
The scene where 18yr old Angel Nixon was shot multiple times in the head, chest and leg in Queens on Tuesday August 20, 2019. 0719. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

Man Arrested After Placing Fake Bomb In Brooklyn

By Theodore Parisienne               Posted – 6:14PM

46yr old Luis Rodriguez was arrested and charged with Terrorism for placing the device seen above  on Eastern Parkway near Utica Avenue in Brooklyn on Sunday August 4, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

In a bizarre incident, a 46yr old man handed a black backpack to another man while on the Eastern Parkway Esplanade at Utica Avenue on Sunday in Brooklyn, an area popular with residents who use it for biking, running or just relaxing on a bench in the shade, while hordes of strap hangers enter and exit the busy Utica Avenue hub for the numbers 3,4 and 5 trains.

NYPD Bomb Squad Officers detonated a suspicious device on Eastern Parkway near Utica Avenue in Brooklyn on Sunday August 4, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

It is not clear if any words were uttered, but the man who received the backpack looked in and saw a device that had a timer, duct tape and at least one red wire.

NYPD Bomb Squad Officers detonated a suspicious device using a controlled explosive charge contained in the apparatus seen above on Eastern Parkway near Utica Avenue in Brooklyn on Sunday August 4, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

The man immediately flagged down some passing Cops who then called in the Bomb Squad. The heavily trafficked area was cordoned off for several hours, including train stoppage, while Officers from the Bomb Squad examined the package and searched for any possible additional devices.

NYPD Bomb Squad Officers detonated a suspicious device on Eastern Parkway near Utica Avenue in Brooklyn on Sunday August 4, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)

A Bomb Squad Officer prepared an explosive charge contained inside a tube apparatus, which was then used to detonate the device on the scene. The Officer was spotted giving the ‘All Clear’ sign to his colleagues upon inspecting the package after the detonation. 46yr old Luis Rodriguez of Brooklyn, the man who allegedly initially had the backpack, was arrested near the scene. He was charged with Terrorism, Reckless Endangerment and Aggravated Harassment.

NYPD Bomb Squad Officers detonated a suspicious device on Eastern Parkway near Utica Avenue in Brooklyn on Sunday August 4, 2019. (Credit: Theodore Parisienne)