Fireworks, Arson, and a Former Soldier | Raleigh News

A man armed with fireworks, a pellet gun, and a wagon of weapons set off a chaotic explosion outside a federal building in Lower Manhattan, igniting a fire and sparking panic — all while waving an anti-ICE sign and ranting anti-government rhetoric. Identified as 43-year-old former Army soldier Andrew Arrabaca, he allegedly planned this for months, even traveling out of state to acquire his gear. Bystanders initially shrugged it off until he pulled out what looked like a rifle — a moment that sent people scrambling for cover. Charged with arson and held without bail, Arrabaca reportedly appeared “quite clearly ill” in court, with his defense pushing for a mental health evaluation. His military background includes Patriot missile work — and this wasn’t the first time the building, housing ICE and FBI offices, has been targeted by protesters. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8007356262fe9af8