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Envelope with white powder sent to Rep. Richie Torres' office
Rep. Richie Torres' office tells News 12 it received an envelope with a suspicious substance Friday and the NYPD is testing it.
The FDNY says it happened just before 1:30 p.m. at 540 East Fordham Road. Police say it's not clear who the envelope was specifically addressed to.
Police say a white powder was discovered inside a mailed envelope.
The FDNY says six people were exposed to the suspicious powder, but none are exhibiting any symptoms.
The FDNY Hazmat team responded, and the NYPD Emergency Service is also on scene and has established a safe perimeter.
The FDNY says following an investigation, the substance was deemed not be hazardous.
People are asked to avoid the area of East Fordham Road and Lorillard Place.
No injuries have been reported at this time.


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