Mass Shooting at New York’s 345 Park Avenue Kills Five People

A tragic mass shooting occurred on the evening of July 28, 2025, at the prominent 345 Park Avenue office tower in Midtown Manhattan. Five people, including a New York City police officer and the perpetrator, lost their lives during the incident, which has shaken the city and drawn national attention.

Officials identified the shooter as Shane Devon Tamura, 27, of Las Vegas. He arrived in New York just hours before the attack and was heavily armed with an M-4 style rifle. Tamura entered the building’s lobby, opening fire and fatally shooting Police Officer Didarul Islam and a female civilian. He then proceeded to the 33rd floor, where he shot others before turning the weapon on himself. The death toll includes the police officer, two women, a man, and the gunman. One individual remains hospitalized in critical but stable condition, while four more suffered minor injuries during the chaos.

Investigators are working to determine Tamura’s motives. Authorities discovered a note mentioning chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) and referencing the NFL, with the shooter blaming football for neurological problems. However, police clarified that Tamura was not a professional football player, having only played in high school, and had a history of mental health challenges.

The 345 Park Avenue building houses major tenants such as the NFL’s headquarters and the Blackstone Group. While security remains heightened and the investigation is ongoing, police have found no conclusive evidence linking Tamura’s actions to the NFL’s operations.

Rapid action by law enforcement contained the threat, and the building was evacuated floor by floor. Officials emphasize that the shooter acted alone, and there is no ongoing danger to the public. The city continues to mourn as investigators probe Tamura’s background, mental health history, and any connection between his past head injuries and the violent attack.