Times Square car bombing

The Times Square car bombing incident occurred on May 1, 2010, when a car packed with explosives was parked beneath a crowded area of Times Square in New York City. The bomb failed to fully detonate, causing only minor damage and no injuries. Investigators linked the device to a Pakistani-American man inspired by extremist ideologies. The event highlighted vulnerabilities in urban security and prompted increased measures to prevent similar attacks, emphasizing the importance of vigilance and rapid response in densely populated areas.