An 18-year-old man has been arrested and charged with terrorism-related offenses following an alleged homemade bomb attack near Gracie Mansion, the official residence of New York City's mayor.

Emir Balat was taken into custody in connection with the incident, according to authorities. The attack occurred in the vicinity of the mayor's residence on the Upper East Side of Manhattan.

Prior to his arrest, Balat had been active in online marketplaces, where he reportedly sold sneakers beginning at age 13. In February, he ceased his online activities before disappearing from the platforms he had frequented.

Weeks after his disappearance from online commerce, Balat was arrested in connection with the bombing incident. The timing suggests investigators may have been tracking his activities during the intervening period.

Details about the specific nature of the explosive device, the extent of any damage, and potential injuries have not been released by authorities. The investigation into the incident remains ongoing.

Gracie Mansion, located in Carl Schurz Park, has served as the official residence of New York City mayors since 1942 and is considered a high-security location.