A man set himself on fire outside Donald Trump’s trial in horrific scenes.
The dramatic moment took place on the fourth day of the former president’s secret trial in Manhattan.
NYPD officers arrived after the man doused himself in gasoline and set himself on fire. in front of the media around the world, as well as horrified spectators.
Shocking video showed the still-unidentified man writhing on the ground while engulfed in flames before another man ran over him with a fire extinguisher.
Several networks, including CNN, were broadcasting live at the time and described the disturbing scenes as they unfolded.
Man sets himself on fire outside Donald Trump trial in horrific scenes
The dramatic moment took place on the fourth day of the former president’s secret trial in Manhattan.
The disturbing moment unfolded in front of the world’s media and horrified onlookers.
The man was near a large group of Trump supporters who said he began throwing yellow, pink and green pages into the air.
He then poured the gasoline can over his head and set himself on fire.
After a few minutes, dozens of police officers rushed in and tried to put out the flames. The man, who appeared to be alive, was loaded into an ambulance and quickly left.
Police said they are still working to understand all of the circumstances.
The terrifying incident took place outside the courtroom where jury selection was taking place.
CNN’s Laura Coates was horrified as she recounted the situation.
“I see a completely charred human being,” Coates said.
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