New Delhi, Aug. 18 -- New York Police Department (NYPD) shuts down Times Square area on Monday, 18 August 2025, after reports of a 'suspicious package' left outside a police substation, reported the news portal NBC New York, citing officials aware of the development.

According to the news report, a cylinder-style device was discovered around 10:30 a.m. (EDT) in front of the Midtown precinct NYPD substation front door, said the law enforcement officials.

Multiple media reports suggest that the police were informed about this 'suspicious package' through a call on Monday, after which the area was sealed off for further investigations.

The police cordoned off the area of 7th Avenue in New York between the 42nd and the 43rd streets for the...