CNBC News 12/11/17:
Breaking Story
NYPD confirms explosion, one person reportedly in custody after possible pipe bomb detonation
- The New York City police department on Monday confirmed reports of an explosion near Times Square in Manhattan.
- Officials confirmed reports that one person is in custody
- The suspect in custody sustained a minor injury, NYPD said.
The New York City police department on Monday confirmed reports of an explosion near Times Square in Manhattan.
New York City officials confirmed reports that one person is in custody. Multiple reports say the suspect detonated what is believed to be a pipe bomb in the Port Authority.
The A, C, and E subway lines are being evacuated at this time, according to a tweet. The MTA says 1, 2, 3, N, Q, R, W and 7 trains are bypassing Times Sq-42 St in both directions. The department said the information is preliminary, . . .