ALERT: New York City- Explosive Device Found at Port Authority (March 16, 2017)

March 16, 2017

An explosive device was left in the New York Port Authority bus terminal on Wednesday evening, and a suspect was taken into custody today. There were no injuries or deaths.

The New York Post reports:

“A PAPD K-9 unit inspected the suitcase and brought it to a police substation within the bus terminal, sources said. When officers opened the bag, they saw what appeared to be an improvised explosive device along with a knife, bolt cutters and screwdrivers, police sources added.”

The New York Daily News notes:

“No explosive material was recovered, said sources, who described the item as a ‘flash bang grenade.’ The bomb had the power to surprise and temporarily blind people nearby, but not cause any serious harm.”

According to U.S. News & World Report:

“Arsenio Mason was charged Thursday with possession of a weapon and possession of a controlled substance. He was being held without bail on a separate criminal case in California… Police said they also found methamphetamine.”

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