Eight people are dead and more than a dozen others are hurt following a terror attack in New York.
The victims were hit by a truck that went down a cycle path. The driver then jumped out of the rented vehicle with what turned out to be two fake guns.
A 29 year old from Uzbekistan has been arrested - after being shot by police
It's reported a note pledging allegiance to Islamic State has been found.
Donald Trump has called for a crackdown on the Diversity Visa Lottery after it emerged the suspect in the New York terror attack gained entry via the programme.
We are fighting hard for Merit Based immigration, no more Democrat Lottery Systems. We must get MUCH tougher (and smarter). @foxandfriends
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 1, 2017
The attack happened close to the World Trade Center in Manhattan, the city's first terrorist attack since 9/11.
New York's mayor Bill de Blasio says people in the city stand united:
New Yorkers have been tested before. We will not be intimidated. pic.twitter.com/5JEbPJoNWR
— Bill de Blasio (@NYCMayor) October 31, 2017
New York is an international symbol of freedom and democracy, and we will not be deterred. #NYCstrong pic.twitter.com/2antds3185
— Andrew Cuomo (@NYGovCuomo) November 1, 2017
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar, has expressed his condolences to the people of New York following the terror attack in Manhattan.
He's released this statement:
"This was a vicious and heartless attack on the people of New York, striking just a few blocks from the site of the 9/11 atrocity.
Those who have been killed and injured were innocent victims going about their day, completely unaware of what was about to happen.
I would like to express our solidarity with New Yorkers, who have faced considerable adversity in the past. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends of the victims."
