07/02/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 07/02/2026 07:12
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), in coordination with the New York Police Department (NYPD) Crime Stoppers is seeking the public's assistance in locating the person responsible for the July 3, 2016 explosion in Central Park. The NYPD Crime Stoppers is offering $3,500 for information leading to the arrest and indictment of the individual responsible.
Upon arrest and conviction, the NYPD Crime Stoppers is offering an additional $6,500 and ATF $7,500. The explosion critically injured a victim, resulting in the traumatic amputation of the victim's leg. The NYPD and ATF are seeking information about the bag pictured below and the explosion.
Anyone wanting to provide information should contact NYPD Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS (1-800-577-8477) or www.p3tips.com.
ATF, New York Field Division, Reward Notice