Crime & Safety

Who Is Shane Tamura? Latest News Updates On NYC Shooter

Shane Tamura, a former high school football player, was the gunman in Monday's fatal shooting at the NFL building in NYC, officials say.

The residence of Shane Tamura, identified as the gunman in the fatal shooting at a Manhattan office building in New York City and who was killed by a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
The residence of Shane Tamura, identified as the gunman in the fatal shooting at a Manhattan office building in New York City and who was killed by a self-inflicted gunshot wound. (AP)

Shane Tamura, a 27-year-old former high school football player, was involved in a shooting that resulted in multiple fatalities, including an NYPD officer. The shooting took place in a building that houses the NFL's headquarters.

Tamura, who sources say had a history of mental health issues, left a note mentioning CTE, a condition often associated with contact sports. Here are some key points from the reports:

  • Tamura, 27, killed four people, including an NYPD officer, before committing suicide in Midtown Manhattan.
  • Tamura had a history of mental health issues and left a note mentioning CTE and the NFL.
  • The shooting occurred at 345 Park Avenue, home to the NFL and Blackstone offices.

Who is Shane Tamura? What we know about alleged NYC gunman at NFL building

The shooting took place at 345 Park Ave., which houses, among other companies, the NFL's headquarters. Tamura played football in high school. According to ABC News, Tamura had a note in his pocket claiming he suffered from CTE and asking that his brain be studied.

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Manhattan shooting suspect claimed to have CTE, mentioned NFL in note, sources say

Tamura is alleged to have killed an off-duty police officer working security in the building. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell sent a message to staff, saying one of the league's employees was also injured in the attack.

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NYC shooting: What to know about Shane Tamura, gunman who killed 4 including NYPD cop in Midtown Manhattan

Tamura had a concealed carry permit that was issued on June 14 and valid for five years. He also had a private investigator license and a misdemeanor for trespassing.

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Who is Shane Tamura? What we know about the Midtown Manhattan shooting suspect

Tamura was found dead at the scene with a concealed carry permit issued in Las Vegas on his body.

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New York gunman Shane Tamura was once a high school football standout in Los Angeles

Tamura was a high school football star in Los Angeles. He played for Granada Hills Charter High School in the San Fernando Valley and Golden Valley High School near Santa Clarita Valley.

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Shane Tamura had a history of serious mental health issues before deadly NYC shooting rampage: officials

Tamura had a history of mental health issues, according to the NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch. He killed a woman in the lobby and himself on the 33rd floor.

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