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FBI investigates incendiary device thrown at Atlanta ICE building

Authorities are collecting evidence after an object was thrown at the federal facility housing an immigration court; no injuries or major damage reported.

Key points

  • The FBI is investigating an incendiary device thrown at an ICE building in downtown Atlanta on Tuesday night.
  • Authorities reported no injuries or significant damage to the facility, which also houses an immigration court.
  • FBI evidence response technicians are on-site, and officials stated there is no known threat to public safety.

The FBI is investigating reports that an “incendiary device” was thrown at the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement building in downtown Atlanta on Tuesday night.

There were no reports of injuries or significant damage resulting from the incident, the FBI confirmed in a statement.

“FBI personnel and evidence response technicians are on site collecting evidence,” the statement said. “There is no known threat to public safety at this time.”

Video footage posted online shows law enforcement officers and crime scene tape stationed outside the building.

The facility in downtown Atlanta also houses an immigration court.

ICE did not immediately respond to an email requesting comment Tuesday night. The Atlanta Police Department directed all inquiries regarding the incident to federal authorities.