The arrest wasn’t a routine stop — it was the moment when law enforcement realized just how advanced the situation had become. Investigators revealed that Gann had already begun placing explosive materials in different parts of the city, including transportation hubs and rooftops in crowded districts.
Federal documents later stated that one of the first explosives linked to him had been thrown onto the Williamsburg Bridge subway tracks, a location that sees one of the highest commuter volumes during peak hours.
Another collection of explosive materials — including shotgun shells, metal fragments, and chemically enhanced components — was found hidden on rooftops above SoHo, a neighborhood packed with residents, visitors, and retail workers.
The discovery painted the image of an individual who was not improvising — but preparing.
