The city of New York was one of the most dangerous cities in America, and particularly in the neighborhoods this youngman is worried about, they were really dangerous.
After local officials refused to hear his complaints, this youngman, who had never been particularly active in politics, went to the headquarters of the provincial government, doused himself in fuel, and lit himself on fire.
Nevertheless, many are wondering why this youngman seemingly dropped off the FBI's radar in the years since, particularly after his six-month trip to Russia's unstable North Caucasus region.