Gunman Identified as Shane Tamura, 27, Drove Cross-Country to Carry Out Fatal Attack at 345 Park Avenue
Manhattan, NY — A deadly mass shooting unfolded Monday evening in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, leaving four people dead—including an NYPD officer—and several others injured inside one of the city’s most prominent office towers.
The gunman, identified as 27-year-old Shane Tamura, an African American man from Las Vegas, stormed into 345 Park Avenue armed with an assault rifle. According to NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch, Tamura arrived in a vehicle with Nevada license plates, double-parked it, and entered the 44-story building at approximately 6:30 p.m., opening fire without warning.
A Cross-Country Drive with a Deadly Purpose
Authorities say Tamura drove across the country, with surveillance placing his vehicle in Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, and New Jersey in the 48 hours leading up to the attack. Just two hours after being seen in Columbia, NJ, he arrived in Midtown Manhattan.
Tamura, a former casino security guard, reportedly had a history of mental illness. Upon entering the lobby of the building—home to major tenants like the NFL, Blackstone, and Rudin Management—he began a shooting spree that killed three civilians and one NYPD officer. Another individual was wounded by gunfire, and four others were injured while trying to flee.
He ultimately reached the 33rd floor, where he shot another victim before fatally shooting himself.
What Police Recovered
From Tamura’s vehicle, police recovered:
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A rifle case
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A loaded revolver
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Multiple ammo magazines
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A backpack
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Prescription medication
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A valid concealed carry permit from Las Vegas, expiring in 2027
“He Walked In Like He Belonged There”
Surveillance footage shows Tamura walking into the building with chilling ease, rifle slung over his shoulder. Panic quickly spread through the high-rise, and building security initiated lockdown procedures within minutes.
Investigators are now working to uncover Tamura’s motive, combing through digital records, personal belongings, and prior mental health evaluations. So far, no manifesto or note has been recovered.
High-Rise in Shock
The shooting has rocked the Midtown business district, especially given the high-profile occupants of 345 Park Avenue. Corporations housed there have been tight-lipped, with several issuing brief safety reassurances to employees.
Security measures are now under scrutiny across the city as officials warn of the growing challenge posed by interstate firearm transport and undetected mental health crises.
