Man sets himself ablaze at UN and dies: Police

Synopsis

Tragedy struck outside the UN headquarters in New York on Thursday as a man self-immolated and later died from his injuries. The incident occurred at First Avenue and 42nd Street, with police responding to the scene. While the motive remains unclear, reports suggest a Tibetan flag was present. Investigations are currently underway by the NYPD.

United Nations: A man set himself on fire outside the New York headquarters of the United Nations on Thursday and died of his injuries, the city’s police department said.

The New York Police Department (NYPD) told AFP that “at 1832 (2232 GMT) NYPD received a call…a male set himself on fire at First Avenue and 42nd Street. He was pronounced dead at Bellevue Hospital. Investigations ongoing.” No motive was given.

The New York Post newspaper reported the individual had a Tibetan flag during the incident, but AFP could not independently verify the claim.

The UN did not return a request for comment.

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