Man with a Tibetan flag dies after setting himself on fire in front of UN headquarters
NEW YORK — A man with a Tibetan flag in front of the United Nations headquarters in New York set himself on fire and died Thursday, according to officials.
Law enforcement responded to a 911 call at about 6:30 p.m. and found a 52-year-old man with severe burns throughout his body, the New York Police Department said.
The man was taken to the hospital and later pronounced dead, according to police.
Authorities were investigating. Officials were not able to comment on what prompted the man to set himself on fire.
___
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story includes discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, the national suicide and crisis lifeline in the U.S. is available by calling or texting 988.
Prepping for the Air Show ... Fourth of July weather ... Safety on the water ... Take a lobster roll flight
Prepping for the Air Show ... Fourth of July weather ... Safety on the water ... Take a lobster roll flight
