Breaking News: NYC shooting Midtown Tower Attack
On Monday evening, July 28, 2025, a gunman opened fire inside an office skyscraper at 345 Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, New York City.
What happened
- A man went into the building wearing a bulletproof vest and carrying an assault-style rifle.
- He began shooting in the lobby and other floors of the building, which houses major firms like Blackstone, KPMG, and the NFL headquarters.
Victims and injuries
- At least three people were shot, including an NYPD officer and two civilians. Some of the victims were in critical condition.
- Later reports confirmed that five people died, including the officer and four civilians, before the gunman shot himself on one of the upper floors.
Shooter’s fate
- The gunman was identified as 27-year-old Shane Devon Tamura from Las Vegas. He shot himself on a high floor—police later confirmed he died by suicide, ending the threat.
- Authorities say he acted alone and was later referred to as having been “neutralized” in official statements.
Response and safety alerts
- The NYPD and the FBI New York Field Office responded quickly. A large lockdown was put in place, especially around East 52nd Street between Park and Lexington Avenues.
- Mayor Eric Adams urged the public to stay indoors if they were near the area. NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch confirmed the scene was contained and under control by about 8:00 pm.
- Governor Kathy Hochul and other officials were briefed and offered public support for the investigation.
What we know so far
- The shooter used a high‑capacity rifle, wore protective gear, and entered the building at around 6:28–6:30 pm.
- People in the building sheltered in place, hiding or barricading themselves until law enforcement cleared the area.
- The incident caused major traffic and public transit disruptions in Midtown.
Why it matters
- This tragic event occurred in a high-profile office tower that houses global companies, making it a significant public safety concern.
- It remains one of the most serious shootings in New York City this year.
✅ Summary
| Detail | Description |
| Date & Time | July 28, 2025, around 6:30 pm ET |
| Location | 345 Park Avenue, Midtown Manhattan |
| Attacker | Shane Devon Tamura, 27, from Las Vegas |
| Casualties | 5 killed (including one NYPD officer), several injured |
| Outcome | The shooter died by suicide; the incident was contained |
| Response | NYPD and FBI responded; public warned to shelter in place |
