Envelope with white powder sent to Rep. Richie Torres' office
The FDNY says it happened just before 1:30 p.m. at 540 East Fordham Road. Police say it's not clear who the envelope was specifically addressed to.
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Rep. Richie Torres' office tells News 12 it received an envelope with a suspicious substance Friday.
The FDNY says it happened just before 1:30 p.m. at 540 East Fordham Road. Police say it's not clear who the envelope was specifically addressed to.
Police say a white powder was discovered inside a mailed envelope.
Authorities say six people were exposed to the suspicious powder, but none exhibited any symptoms. Police say they all turned down medical treatment.
The FDNY Hazmat team responded, and the NYPD Emergency Service was also on scene to establish a safe perimeter.
The FDNY says following an investigation, the substance was deemed not to be hazardous.
People were asked to avoid the area of East Fordham Road and Lorillard Place.
No injuries have been reported at this time.
Friday's news comes after several lawmakers received suspicious mail Thursday.
