Police on Manhunt for 'Person of Interest' in Manhattan Bombing

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Authorities are urgently searching for a "person of interest" in the New York City explosion, identified as 28-year-old Ahmad Khan Rahami, according to a memo circulated by the NYPD.

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The FBI also released a wanted poster for Rahami with his photo, saying he is "wanted for questioning" related to the bombing. Rahami is a U.S. citizen originally born in Afghanistan, the FBI said. He is considered armed and dangerous.

3 Bombing Incidences in NY and NJ Linked, Sources Say

The address of a home being searched by FBI agents in Elizabeth, New Jersey is linked to a person with a similar name.

An emergency alert was sent out this morning asking people to call 9-1-1 if Rahami was seen.

This is a breaking news story. Check back for updates.