Police officer among four dead in shooting at New York City office building

July 29, 2025

A 27-year-old gunman from Las Vegas, Shane Tamura, attacked a Manhattan skyscraper on Monday evening, killing four people including NYPD officer Didarul Islam before taking his own life. Tamura entered the Park Avenue building that houses the NFL and major companies like Blackstone and KPMG, opening fire in the lobby before continuing his rampage on the 33rd floor. Police found multiple magazine rounds and a revolver in the suspect's Nevada-registered vehicle, and a note referencing mental illness possibly related to CTE was discovered at the scene.

Who is affected

Four victims who were killed, including NYPD officer Didarul Islam (a Bangladeshi immigrant and father of two with a third child on the way)
A fifth victim who was shot and is in "critical but stable condition"
An NFL employee who was "seriously injured" but in stable condition
People inside the building who had to hide during the attack
Employees of organizations housed in the building (NFL, Blackstone, KPMG, and other firms)
Pedestrians and bystanders in the area who had to run for cover or shelter in place
Commuters affected by halted public transportation

What action is being taken

Police are searching for a motive behind the shooting
Authorities are investigating the suspect's background and mental health issues
Police are searching the suspect's vehicle for evidence
Law enforcement is working floor-by-floor to clear the building
Local officials are honoring Officer Islam as a hero who made "the ultimate sacrifice"

Why it matters

The incident resulted in multiple fatalities including a police officer
The attack occurred in a prominent Manhattan skyscraper housing major organizations
The shooting disrupted a significant area of Midtown Manhattan and public transportation
The suspect's note potentially connecting his mental illness to CTE (a brain disease associated with head trauma) and making vague references to the NFL adds complexity to understanding the motive
The incident raises concerns about security in high-profile buildings and public spaces

What's next

No explicit next steps stated in the article

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