A 52-year-old man died Thursday after setting himself on fire near the United Nations headquarters in New York City. Activists have identified him as a Tibetan activist, though authorities have not yet confirmed his identity or motive.
The incident occurred outside the UN building, prompting a response from emergency services. According to reports, the man doused himself with liquid and ignited it. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Police closed off nearby streets during the immediate aftermath of the event.
Activists identified the deceased as a Tibetan protester, suggesting his act was a form of self-immolation intended to draw attention to the situation in Tibet. DW reported that activists carried a Tibetan flag during the protest. However, authorities have not officially confirmed this information or the man’s identity as of Thursday evening.
The New York Times detailed how witnesses described seeing a person engulfed in flames near the UN building. The publication noted the presence of leaflets and pamphlets related to Tibet at the scene.
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