Maxwell Crosby Azzarello, born on April 11, 1987, tragically passed away on April 19, 2024, after setting himself on fire outside the courthouse in New York City where jurors were being selected for the trial of former U.S. President Donald Trump.
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At approximately 1:35 pm EDT, Azzarello, a 37-year-old man, carried out the harrowing act of self-immolation in Collect Pond Park. His drastic action unfolded amidst the buzz of the Trump trial proceedings.
Prior to the incident, Azzarello penned a lengthy manifesto, sharing his intentions to draw attention to what he described as a “totalitarian con” and expressing grave concerns about the trajectory of the U.S. government.
Preceding Events
Azzarello, originally from St. Augustine, Florida, made a clandestine journey to New York without informing his family. His arrival coincided with the commencement of jury selection for the trial.
In the days leading up to his tragic act, Azzarello engaged in protests, including distributing leaflets and displaying signs critical of the American government. Just a day before his self-immolation, he participated in an interview where he voiced his dissent.
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Response and Outcome
Promptly responding to the incident, law enforcement officers intervened to extinguish the flames engulfing Azzarello. Despite their efforts, Azzarello sustained fatal injuries. He was swiftly transported to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where he succumbed to his wounds hours later.
Background of Max Azzarello
Azzarello was born in Los Angeles County, California, and later pursued his education at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill.
Notably, he had a history of encounters with the law, having been arrested on multiple occasions, including an incident in August 2023 where he allegedly caused damage to a display featuring Bill Clinton’s autograph.
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