Manhattan, NY — A devastating act of violence shook the heart of Midtown Manhattan on Monday evening when a gunman opened fire inside the iconic 345 Park Avenue building, home to the NFL headquarters and major financial firm Blackstone. The shooter, identified as 27-year-old Shane Tamura of Las Vegas, carried out the shocking attack just after 6:30 p.m., leaving a trail of tragedy in his wake before taking his own life.
According to reports from the New York Post and other media outlets, Tamura approached the building in broad daylight with a rifle visibly in hand. Startling photos circulated on social media captured his calm demeanor as he neared the entrance of the skyscraper, moments before chaos erupted. Witnesses described the horrifying scene as shots rang out, sending employees, visitors, and passersby fleeing for safety.
In the wake of the shooting, one police officer tragically lost their life while bravely responding to the incident. At least four civilians were also killed during the rampage, and several others were injured, some critically. First responders and emergency services quickly arrived at the scene, securing the area and evacuating the building as chaos unfolded in the normally bustling business district.
Shane Tamura, the alleged gunman, reportedly turned the weapon on himself, ending his life shortly after carrying out the attack. Authorities are still working to determine his motive, with investigators from both the NYPD and federal agencies piecing together Tamura’s background, travel history, and any potential connections to his targets.
“This is an unspeakable tragedy,” said an NYPD spokesperson during a late-night press conference. “We are mourning the loss of one of our own and multiple innocent victims. Our thoughts are with their families and all those impacted by this horrific event.”
As of Tuesday morning, officials have not released the names of the deceased victims as families are still being notified. The total number of injured may continue to rise, with several individuals hospitalized and receiving treatment.
The 345 Park Avenue building, which houses high-profile corporate tenants and hundreds of employees, has been temporarily closed as law enforcement conducts a full investigation. Grief counselors are being made available to employees and witnesses traumatized by the experience.
City leaders, including Mayor Eric Adams, have condemned the violence and pledged full support to the victims’ families. “What happened here is a tragedy that shakes us all to our core,” the mayor said. “New Yorkers are resilient, but we must come together now — not only in mourning, but in a renewed commitment to protecting our communities from senseless acts of violence.”
The attack is expected to reignite national conversations around gun control, mental health, and building security in high-traffic corporate areas.
As the investigation continues and more information becomes available, the city of New York mourns yet another senseless loss of life — victims whose stories ended too soon, and a community now left searching for answers in the face of unspeakable violence.
More updates will be provided as this story develops. For those in need of emotional support, resources and hotlines are being made available to the public.
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