Authorities have identified Shane Tamura, a 27-year-old from Las Vegas, as the suspect in the tragic Midtown Manhattan shooting on July 28, 2025. Once a standout high school athlete, Tamura’s former classmates described him as energetic and full of promise. His life, however, took a different turn after graduation, as he drifted away from sports and was later found working at a casino. Those who knew him say the news of his involvement was both shocking and heartbreaking.
Investigators tracked Tamura’s cross-country journey from Las Vegas to New York, where he parked near 345 Park Avenue and entered the building alone. Moments later, the fatal shooting began, claiming four lives, including an off-duty NYPD officer working security. Tamura was later found dead inside the building from what police believe was a self-inflicted wound. A handwritten note found on him referenced chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a condition linked to repeated head trauma, and suggested his mental health had been deteriorating.
The building houses several corporate offices, including KPMG, Blackstone, and the NFL. While there is no official confirmation that the NFL was a target, Tamura’s writings expressed frustration about his past football experiences and his belief that the sport had harmed him. Authorities recovered multiple weapons, ammunition, and prescription medications from his car. Law enforcement is continuing its investigation in cooperation with agencies in multiple states.
City officials, including Mayor Eric Adams, expressed condolences to the victims’ families and praised the quick response of law enforcement. A GoFundMe has been launched to support the family of Officer Didarul Islam, who leaves behind two young children and a pregnant wife. The incident has drawn national attention and raised fresh concerns about mental health, firearm access, and building security.