Chaos in Times Square: Bomb squad races in after suspicious device sparks evacuation
suspicious device
. Police, bomb squads, and ambulances flooded the area, and tourists and commuters were quickly taken away from the famous spot. The event caused a sudden stop in the busiest part of Manhattan.
What made people leave?
On Monday afternoon, frightened tourists fled the area as a bomb squad and emergency services rushed to the scene. A 911 call regarding a suspicious device prompted police to respond to the scene, the
New York Police Department
told The U.S. Sun.
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Emergency sirens blared through the hauntingly deserted streets, and a helicopter was heard hovering over the Midtown area. A police helicopter and ambulances rushed to the popular tourist destination. Fearful bystanders were hurried from Times Square due to rumors of a "suspicious device,' as per a report by The U.S. Sun.
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On social media, police warned people to stay away from the scene until it was cleared. Anticipate delays and emergency vehicles in the vicinity," the NYPD stated.
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What did the authorities do?
The area that is blocked off is close to 7th Avenue and West 43rd Street. Crime scene tape was used to block off the street in photos and videos taken at the scene in Manhattan.
Times Square is located between 42nd and 47th Streets at the intersection of Broadway and 7th Avenue. The Times Square-42nd Street Subway Station, the busiest station in New York City, is located within the sectioned-off area. There are still police officers on the scene, as per a report by The U.S. Sun.
Is the safety of the public in danger?
The police have not yet confirmed whether the suspicious device is a real threat. Investigations are still going on, and the police are still following strict security rules. Officials are telling people to stay away from the area, but there have been no reports of injuries or explosions, as per a report by The U.S. Sun.
Times Square, which is often called "the crossroads of the world," is no stranger to worries about safety. The evacuation on Monday is just the latest example of how the city has always reacted quickly and carefully to threats, real or imagined.
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What caused the evacuation of Times Square?
After reports of a suspicious device, police had to rush to Times Square to protect the area.
Is it safe to be
Times Square
now?
People have been told to stay away from the area until it is cleared, and police are still there.
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