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Man Dies After Setting Himself on Fire Outside New York Courthouse
A tragic incident unfolded outside the New York courthouse where Donald Trump’s hush-money trial was taking place, as a man set himself on fire and later succumbed to his injuries. The man, identified as Max Azzarello from St Augustine, Florida, was in his late 30s and was found in critical condition after the incident.
Details of the Incident
According to witnesses, the man pulled pamphlets out of a backpack and threw them in the air before setting himself ablaze. While some of the pamphlets mentioned “evil billionaires”, there was no direct reference to Mr Trump. The New York Police Department stated that there was no indication that the man was targeting Mr Trump or any other individuals involved in the trial.
Police Investigation
Deputy Commissioner Tarik Sheppard of the Police Department labelled the man as a conspiracy theorist based on initial findings. An online manifesto attributed to someone using the name Max Azzarello warned of an “apocalyptic fascist coup” and criticised cryptocurrency and US politicians, without specifically mentioning Mr Trump.
Media Coverage
News outlets such as NBC News reported on the incident, with updates confirming the man’s passing. Despite the shocking nature of the event, officials stressed that there was no direct link to the trial proceedings or any targeted attack on the former president.
The location of the courthouse, where the tragic incident took place, has since become a focal point for discussions surrounding mental health and the potential factors that led to such a drastic act. As investigations continue, the community is left grappling with the aftermath of the incident and seeking answers to the questions it has raised.
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