Tragedy at 345 Park Avenue: Mass Shooting Claims Four Lives in Midtown Manhattan

The Incident

On the evening of July 28, 2025, just before 6:30 p.m. EDT, a man entered the 44‑story office building at 345 Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan—home to prominent tenants including Blackstone, KPMG, and the NFL headquarters—and opened fire in the lobby, killing multiple people before ending his own life. Wikipedia+15Reuters+15The Scottish Sun+15The Washington Post+10CBS News+10NBC New York+10

Shooter Identified: Shane Devon Tamura

The gunman was identified as Shane Devon Tamura, 27, a Las Vegas resident who had legally obtained a Nevada concealed carry permit and previously held a private investigator’s license. He had a documented history of mental health issues. Authorities believe he traveled cross‑country days before, entering NYC shortly before the attack. The Scottish Sun+12ABC News+12Indiatimes+12

Sequence of Events

Tamura exited a double‑parked black BMW between 51st and 52nd Streets and walked into the lobby carrying an M4-style rifle, reportedly also wearing body armor. People.com+5CBS News+5CBS News+5
He immediately shot and killed off-duty NYPD officer Didarul Islam, who was working a paid corporate security detail. Indiatimes+15CBS News+15The Scottish Sun+15
Additional victims included a female bystander, a security guard, and a Blackstone executive. CBS News+8The Wall Street Journal+8People.com+8
Tamura then took the elevator to the 33rd floor, targeting offices of Rudin Management, where he fatally shot another person before shooting himself in the chest. The Washington Post+7ABC News+7The Scottish Sun+7

Victims and Casualties

Four people were killed, including NYPD Officer Didarul Islam, aged 36, an immigrant from Bangladesh and father of two, with a third child on the way. Wikipedia+13The Washington Post+13People.com+13
One person—an NFL employee—survived in critical but stable condition. Several others sustained minor injuries while fleeing. Reuters+7CBS News+7New York Post+7

Response and Aftermath

The building was immediately placed on lockdown. Surrounding streets were blocked, and emergency responders—including NYPD Tactical, FDNY, and FBI units—were deployed. Hundreds of employees sheltered in place or evacuated with hands raised as the scene unfolded. The Scottish Sun

Mayor Eric Adams and Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch addressed the press, praising Officer Islam as a hero. Tisch reiterated that there is no active threat and that Tamura acted alone. Investigators are working to determine why he targeted this specific office building. The Washington Post+14Business Insider+14People.com+14

Building and Tenant Context

345 Park Avenue, completed in 1969 and owned by Rudin Management, spans 44 floors and houses major tenants including Blackstone, KPMG, NFL, and others—making it a prominent center of business in Midtown Manhattan. WikipediaThe Wall Street Journal

Investigation and Motive

Authorities are exploring whether mental health issues or personal grievances may have motivated the attack. Some reports speculate Tamura’s disappointment over not playing in the NFL or other setbacks may have influenced his actions. Motive remains under investigation, with forensics, surveillance footage, and reviews of Tamura's electronic devices ongoing. Indiatimes

Public Reaction & Broader Impact

City officials and business leaders offered condolences and renewed calls for enhanced gun control measures. The shooting marks the 254th mass shooting in the U.S. this year, prompting urgent debates around public safety and mental health policies. Indiatimes

Summary Table

What Happened	Details
Date & Location	July 28, 2025, 6:30 p.m. at 345 Park Avenue, NYC
Shooter	Shane Devon Tamura, 27, Las Vegas resident
Weapon & Gear	M4‑style rifle, body armor
Casualties	4 dead (incl. Officer Islam), 1 critically injured
Building & Tenants	Blackstone, KPMG, NFL, Rudin Management
Motive	Under investigation; mental health history noted

This tragic mass shooting shattered the peace of Midtown Manhattan, leaving behind grief, unanswered questions, and a fierce determination to understand how such violence could strike the heart of the city.