Queens Man Charged With FBI Bomb Hoax

GRIMY TIMES EXCLUSIVE: Queens native Gerardo Manuel Checo Nunez is staring down serious federal charges after authorities say he made a fake bomb threat at the New York FBI headquarters. According to the Department of Justice, the brazen act forced an immediate response from both the FBI and NYPD.

Checo Nunez allegedly slammed a complaint against a foreign government into the Javits Building’s security booth, then falsely claimed he had an IED in his vehicle. The scare led to an extensive law enforcement operation that resulted in the evacuation of nearby buildings and streets.

U.S. Attorney Damian Williams called the threat a “grievance dressed as terrorism,” emphasizing the diversion of valuable resources. FBI Assistant Director-in-Charge Michael J. Driscoll echoed those sentiments, pointing out the danger posed to law enforcement and citizens alike by such hoaxes.

The NYPD’s Dermot Shea emphasized that any claim of a bomb at a government building is no joke, especially in a city with a history of terrorism plots. Checo Nunez now faces serious charges as the investigation into his alleged actions unfolds.

Details from the Manhattan federal court reveal Checo Nunez confessed to making the threat only to draw attention to his prior complaints about hacking. His vehicle was found, but no IED was located inside.

This case serves as a stark reminder of the seriousness with which hoaxes are treated and the resources they can consume. Checo Nunez is expected to appear in court soon to face his charges.

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