Tragedy Strikes Manhattan: Gunman Linked to CTE Blames NFL
A gunman opened fire in a Manhattan office building, killing four, over a note blaming the NFL for his brain disease. The shooter, Shane Tamura, had a history of mental illness and thought he suffered CTE. He killed a NYPD officer, others, and himself, prompting increased NFL office security.
In a tragic event unfolding in Midtown Manhattan, a gunman identified as Shane Tamura embarked on a deadly shooting spree, leaving four people dead, reportedly driven by grievances against the NFL for his degenerative brain condition. Tamura, who had mental health challenges, ended his own life after the rampage.
The assailant left behind a note mentioning his belief of suffering from Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE), a condition tied to repeated head trauma common in contact sports, which he blamed on the NFL. Interestingly, although Tamura never played in the NFL, he participated in high school football.
Among the victims were a New York Police Department officer and an executive from a private equity firm. The NFL has increased security measures following the attack. Authorities continue to investigate Tamura's lone wolf act, which also left several injured and hospitalized.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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