A 27-year-old man named Shane Tamura shot and killed four people and wounded another inside a high-rise building in New York before turning the gun on himself. CBS
A 27-year-old man opened fire in a New York skyscraper Monday evening. He killed four people and injured another before taking his own life. The gunman, Shane Tamura, traveled from Las Vegas to New York and entered a building that houses the headquarters of the American football league. He used an assault-style rifle during the attack.
Misstep Led Him to Wrong Office
Tamura entered the building and got into an elevator. He mistakenly arrived at the office of a property management company instead of the football league's main office. There, he continued shooting before turning the gun on himself.
Left Behind a Note
Mayor Eric Adams said Tamura had left a note. In it, Tamura blamed a brain disease called CTE for his mental health issues. He also wrote, “study my brain please” and added, “I’m sorry.” CTE, short for chronic traumatic encephalopathy, is linked to repeated head injuries. Tamura played football in high school but never in the NFL.
Victims Identified
Among the four killed was 36-year-old Didarul Islam, a police officer working as a security guard. Islam had two children and his wife is expecting a third. City officials called him a hero. They said he gave his life trying to protect others.
Another victim was Wesley LePatner, a top employee at a large financial firm. Her company described her as kind, passionate, and respected by all. Two more men also lost their lives in the attack, though their names haven't been released. One employee of the football league was seriously injured.
Chaos in Midtown Manhattan
The shooting brought parts of Manhattan to a standstill. Police and emergency crews rushed to the scene. A journalist at the location saw someone with chest wounds being taken away on a stretcher. Police evacuated and cleared the skyscraper floor by floor.
Many people near the building were told to shelter indoors. Some described the situation as terrifying. A woman eating dinner nearby said it felt like being in a warzone. She saw someone injured run out of the building.
Community Mourns
Islam’s community remembered him as a dedicated public servant and family man. Friends said he was an active member of his mosque and mentored local teens. His colleagues praised his bravery.
LePatner’s company shared their grief, calling her a brilliant and warm person who made a big impact.
Details about the other two victims and the injured employee have not yet been released. Investigators are still working to understand what led Tamura to commit this violent act.
