Suspect Identified in Fatal New York City Mass Shooting – Details

A mass shooting at a Midtown Manhattan skyscraper left four people dead on Monday evening, prompting a swift response from police and federal agents in one of New York City's busiest districts.

Four people, including a New York Police Department officer, were killed in a mass shooting on Monday evening, July 28, 2025, in Midtown Manhattan.

The shooter has been identified as Shane Devon Tamura, a 27-year-old man from Las Vegas, Nevada. He was born in Hawaii and later moved to Las Vegas.

Tamura held a concealed carry permit for a handgun and had an expired private investigator license in Nevada. He also reportedly had a history of mental health issues.

"We are working to understand why he targeted this particular location," said New York Police Department Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch. Investigators say the motive remains unclear.

Tamura was found dead inside the building from what police believe was a self-inflicted injury. Authorities have confirmed he acted alone. Surveillance footage shows him exiting a vehicle by himself before entering the building.

The victims included an off-duty NYPD officer who was working as a security guard in the building. He was shot in the back and killed.

The officer was later identified as Didarul Islam of the 47th Precinct of the New York Police Department. Islam, who immigrated from Bangladesh, was married with two young children. His wife is also pregnant with their third child.

Aside from the officer, two men and a woman were also killed, while another man remains in critical condition. There is not much information revealed to the public about the civilian victims.

However, according to sources, one of the victims may have worked in the accounting department for one of the companies in the building. The building houses corporate offices for the accounting firm KPMG, the National Football League, and Blackstone.

While Tamura attacked several people, he made an exception for one woman. After he reportedly called for an elevator, a woman turned out to be inside. Ultimately, he allowed her to exit and walk past him unharmed.

Hundreds of law enforcement officers responded to the scene within minutes. The FBI also arrived to assist, according to Deputy Director Dan Bongino. Workers were asked to evacuate the building swiftly until officers cleared the threat.

The NYPD Special Operations Division later conducted a secondary sweep of the building. Authorities have since confirmed there is no ongoing threat to the public and that the gunman acted alone.

The shooting occurred at 345 Park Avenue, a skyscraper in a busy section of Midtown Manhattan, just blocks from Grand Central Terminal and the Museum of Modern Art.

The incident has prompted reactions from several New York officials. Mayor Eric Adams has been on top of the situation, speaking about the slain NYPD officer and his noble work for the city.

"The officer was a three-and-a-half year veteran of the department," he said. "He loved this city and everyone we spoke with stated he was a person of faith and a person that believed in God and believed in living out the life of a godly person."

Representative Nicole Malliotakis stated, "we are heartbroken to learn that five individuals including an NYPD officer were mordered tonight by a madman in Manhattan. As we wait to learn more information about this horrific attack, we join our fellow New Yorkers in praying for a speedy recovery for those critically injured."

Congressman Nick LaLota took to X and posted, "God Bless the NYPD." Representative Claudia Tenney also released a statement that read:

"My team is actively monitoring the tragic shooting that occurred this evening in Midtown Manhattan. I'm incredibly grateful for the NYPD's swift response and the bravery of all law enforcement officers who put themselves in harm's way to protect others. My prayers are with the officer and civilians impacted in this horrific attack."

KPMG also released a statement on what transpired in their office building. "Our hearts go out to the victims of this horrific act and their families. We are incredibly grateful for the bravery of building security and law enforcement," the statement said.

On the same day of the deadly shooting in Midtown Manhattan, a separate mass shooting unfolded in Reno, Nevada. While the two incidents are not connected, the timing has drawn widespread attention.

A gunman opened fire right outside a Reno resort and casino on the morning of July 28, 2025, killing three people and injuring several others. Guests reported hearing gunfire from their hotel rooms as panic spread throughout the property.

Authorities said six people were shot in total. Three died from their injuries, two remain in critical condition, and one was treated and released Monday afternoon.

In addition, three other individuals sustained minor injuries at the scene but declined to be taken to the hospital. An officer was also injured, likely by glass shards.

According to Reno Police Chief Kathryn Nance, dispatch received the first report of an active shooter at 7:25 a.m., and officers arrived at the scene within two minutes. They found the suspect in the resort's parking lot, where he began firing at police, striking a patrol vehicle.

As the suspect fled, he shot and killed a person driving through the parking lot. Officers eventually took him into custody, and he is currently hospitalized in critical condition.

"The bravery and rapid response [from the officer] stopped the suspect's rampage on innocent victims, which definitely saved lives and prevented additional people from being victimized," Nance said.

Because an officer discharged a weapon during the incident, the Sparks Police Department is leading the investigation in accordance with standard protocol for officer-involved shootings.

Sparks Police Chief Chris Crawforth, who is overseeing the investigation, said there are no known connections between the suspect and the victims. A motive has not yet been identified. The suspect has not been publicly named.

One hotel guest, Michael Sisco, said he was about to head outside when he heard what he described as "unmistakable gunshots" in "rapid succession."

"I looked out the window and saw people running," he said. Sisco described seeing one person, who appeared to have been shot, stumble and crawl to a nearby car before lying down on the ground.

Shortly afterward, Sisco heard an announcement over the resort's intercom warning of an "active law enforcement incident" outside. Guests were told they were "safe inside."

Later, guests received a text message from the resort stating that the incident had been contained. "We apologize for any inconvenience as we continue to resolve the situation," the message read.

"Tragedies like this are horrific for any community to endure, not just for the victims, the first responders and the people who are there, but for everyone who calls our community home," Police Chief Nance said. "Violence is not acceptable, especially in our public spaces. Everyone has the right to be safe here."

The Grand Sierra Resort remained operational after the incident but released a statement condemning the shooting. While the Greg Street, Mill Street, and East Second Street/Glendale Avenue entrances are open, part of the west parking lot remained blocked off as of 1 p.m. Monday. The main entrance had been closed earlier in the day but reopened by 10 a.m.

"We are heartbroken by the senseless violence that occurred in our parking area earlier today," the Grand Sierra Resort said. "Our thoughts are with the victims and all those affected by this tragic incident."

"We are incredibly grateful for the swift and courageous response by our armed security team, whose immediate actions helped prevent further harm," the resort added. "We also want to thank the Reno Police Department for their rapid assistance and coordination, which was instrumental in quickly eliminating the threat and protecting lives."

The Grand Sierra Resort stated that there is no ongoing threat to the public, and that it is continuing to support guests and staff affected by the shooting.