New York City — Authorities are investigating what officials describe as a possible assassination attempt after a suspicious device was discovered outside the residence of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani.

According to early reports, two suspects were seen placing a device near the property before quickly leaving the area. Law enforcement sources say the suspicious object was later identified as a possible explosive device, prompting an immediate response from the NYPD Bomb Squad.

Emergency crews rushed to the scene while nearby streets were temporarily secured as bomb technicians moved in to examine the device. Officials say the situation could have been far worse if the device had detonated.

Investigators are now working to determine who was behind the plot and whether the suspects were acting alone or as part of a larger operation.

Security around several government officials in New York has reportedly been increased while authorities continue to track down the individuals responsible.

At this time, officials have not confirmed whether the mayor was inside the residence when the device was discovered.

The FBI and other federal agencies are assisting in the investigation as police review surveillance footage and gather evidence.

This remains a developing story.

Authorities are urging the public to remain alert and report any suspicious activity while investigators work to uncover more details about the attempted attack.