WEB Paramedics Attend to Man Who Allegedly Set Himself on Fire Near Manhattan Criminal Court
Person Identified as Maxwell Azzarello in Critical Condition
Tragedy Unfolds at 100 Centre Street
On April 19, 2024, WEB Paramedics responded to a distressing incident near Manhattan Criminal Court, located at 100 Centre Street. A man, identified as Maxwell Azzarello, was found engulfed in flames in the park across from the courthouse.
According to eyewitnesses, Azzarello, a 37-year-old resident of St. Augustine, Florida, was seen tossing pamphlets into the air before pouring an accelerant on himself. The pamphlets contained links to a Substack newsletter that he maintained.
Witnesses reported that Azzarello was standing in the afternoon chill when he suddenly committed the act. Bystanders and police officers rushed to his aid and extinguished the flames, but not before Azzarello had sustained severe burns.
The pamphlets, which were left scattered at the scene, are being investigated by police as they delve into the motivations behind Azzarello's actions. The contents of the newsletter are also being examined.
Azzarello was transported to a nearby hospital in critical condition, where he remains under medical care. The extent of his injuries and the prognosis for his recovery are yet to be determined.
This incident has sent shockwaves through the local community and raised important questions about mental health and the support available to those in need. Police and authorities are continuing their investigation to ascertain the circumstances surrounding this tragedy.
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