Tragedy Strikes NYC: Gunman Kills Four, Including Off-Duty Officer, in Office Tower Shooting
A gunman attacked a New York City office tower, killing four, including off-duty NYPD officer Didarul Islam, before taking his own life. The shooter, Shane Tamura, used an M4 rifle in the assault. The motive remains unclear, and the incident left the city in shock as investigations continue.
In a tragic incident, a gunman fatally shot four individuals, including an off-duty NYPD officer, at a New York City office tower before taking his own life, authorities have confirmed.
The deceased officer, 36-year-old Didarul Islam, hailed from Bangladesh and had been serving with the NYPD for over three years. Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch described him as a hero who left behind his pregnant wife and two young sons.
The assailant, identified as Shane Tamura from Las Vegas, had a history of mental health issues, though the motive remains uncertain. Surveillance footage showed Tamura exiting a BMW armed with an M4 rifle, entering the building, and opening fire, causing chaos and panic in one of the city's busiest areas.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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