Active Shooter in Midtown Manhattan: NYPD Officer Shot at 345 Park Avenue (Live Updates)

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End of Live Updates — Final Assessment 11:20PM

Prime Rogue’s rolling coverage of the Midtown Manhattan shooting has concluded. Based on the latest NYPD briefing, the attack appears to have been a self-destructive mission by Shane Tamura, 27, with no coherent political, ideological, or financial goal. Investigators cite a long history of depression, multiple suicide attempts, and a recent lapse in professional licensing.

All current evidence points to a senseless act of violence culminating in suicide:

Key Fact	Status
Shooter	Shane Tamura, 27, Nevada (Hawaii-born)
Weapon	Palmetto State Armory AR-15 (illegal in NYC)
Fatalities	5 (incl. Tamura & 1 NYPD officer)
Injured	6
Motive	None identified; mental-health spiral suspected
Investigation	NYPD & FBI now in post-incident forensic phase

What comes next

Ballistics and digital-forensics reports will clarify purchase history, transport method, and any final communications.
NYPD is cross-checking Tamura’s medical history against red-flag databases to see why no alert was triggered.
Corporate tenants are conducting their own after-action security reviews.

Prime Rogue will publish follow-up features once official investigative files, autopsy results, and FOIA requests are released. For now, our real-time feed is closed.

10:37 PM EST — Police Confirm Shooter Had Documented History of Mental Illness

In tonight’s ongoing press briefing, NYPD officials confirmed that Shane Tamura, the gunman responsible for the deadly Midtown shooting, had a long and well-documented history of mental health struggles.

Authorities are now reviewing medical records, previous law enforcement contacts, and digital evidence, including social media posts referencing multiple suicide attempts, weight gain, depression, and isolation over several years. Prime Rogue previously uncovered Tamura’s self-published content on TikTok describing:

Two suicide attempts in 2019
A third attempt in early 2020
Visible mental health deterioration following the death of his brother in 2017
References to depression, medication withdrawal, and “darkness”

NYPD has not commented on whether Tamura was ever flagged under any red flag laws, or if his mental health history prevented firearm ownership in Nevada.

10:33 PM EST — Shooter Fired Most Rounds on Ground Floor, NYPD Says

In a late-breaking press conference, NYPD officials confirmed that four of the five confirmed fatalities occurred on the ground floor of the Blackstone Building at 345 Park Avenue. Only one person was shot on the upper floors, where shooter Shane Tamura ultimately took his own life.

This sequence suggests a brief but devastating initial assault in the lobby or reception area—not a drawn-out spree across multiple floors, as earlier feared.

Key Details:

Shooter entered through the ground floor just after 3:45 PM.
Four victims were struck in rapid succession within minutes of entry.
He then took an elevator to the 32nd or 33rd floor, where one additional person was shot.
Tamura was later found deceased from a self-inflicted gunshot wound on or near the 34th floor.

Investigators are now trying to determine whether the attack was premeditated with specific targets, or a case of rage-motivated mass casualty.

We are mapping the sequence of floors, personnel, and possible intent — more soon in our Prime Rogue Investigates series.

10:13 PM EST — Weapon Confirmed: Palmetto State Armory AR-15

Prime Rogue Investigates has confirmed that the firearm used by Shane Tamura in the deadly Midtown Manhattan office shooting was a Palmetto State Armory (PSA) AR-15 chambered in .223/5.56 NATO.

The rifle—seen blood-soaked in a recovered photo—features the following configuration:

Mid-length M-LOK free-floating handguard
Variable zoom optic mounted on the upper receiver
Tactical flashlight attached to the forward rail
30-round polymer PMAG-style magazine
Two-point sling system, tan color
No identifiable law enforcement or security agency markings

Palmetto State Armory is a U.S. manufacturer known for low-cost AR-platform rifles frequently marketed to civilians. The configuration shown in the photo is consistent with mid-grade tactical builds accessible through U.S. online retailers without requiring specialized licensing.

Context: Tamura held a concealed carry license but did not have legal authorization to carry as a private investigator, and his PI license expired in late 2024. More in our exclusive coverage here.

We are currently analyzing whether this weapon was purchased legally and if any red flag laws or reporting mechanisms were bypassed.

Image below may disturb some readers (graphic content)

the blood soaked ar-15 used by Shane Devon Temura in his July 28, 2025 New York City mass shooting

Live Update — 9:49 PM EST, July 28, 2025

Shooter’s Private Investigator License Expired in December 2024

According to public licensing records obtained by Prime Rogue Inc., Shane Devon Tamura’s registration as a private investigator in Nevada expired on December 28, 2024.

Credential Details:

Registered Number: R-2019-14261
License Issued: December 26, 2019
Expired: December 28, 2024
Firearm Authorization: Not granted — Tamura was not qualified to carry a firearm under the PI licensing board
Exam Taken: None on file
Employer: Not disclosed in verification document

This means Tamura had no legal authority to work as a licensed PI or carry a duty weapon as of the time of the Midtown shooting. His credentials lapsed roughly 7 months before the attack, and he had never completed any official firearms training under state PI regulations.

Authorities are likely to investigate whether:

He continued to present himself as an active investigator after expiration
His access to any locations or data was aided by that expired credential
His firearm possession was acquired legally or through illicit means

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Live Update — 9:27 PM EST, July 28, 2025

Casualty Count Rises: 5 Dead, 6 Injured — Image of Shooter’s Final Position Released

Authorities have now confirmed five people dead in the Midtown Manhattan mass shooting at 345 Park Avenue, including:

One NYPD officer
Three civilians
The shooter, Shane Tamura, by self-inflicted gunshot

At least six others are injured, with several in critical condition.

Surveillance Image: Shooter Found Deceased

Image: Surveillance still from inside 345 Park Avenue shows the shooter Shane Tamura’s final position, weapon discarded beside the body. Image has been blurred for public sensitivity.

Image: Surveillance still from inside 345 Park Avenue shows the shooter’s final position, weapon discarded beside the body. Image has been blurred for public sensitivity.

Tamura was found on the 33rd floor, having moved one level up from the 32nd floor event space he initially attacked. The position suggests he fled upward before ending the attack with a single round to the head or neck.

Incident Recap

Fatalities: 5 confirmed dead
Injuries: 6 reported injured
Shooter: Shane Tamura, 27, former private investigator from Las Vegas (born in Hawaii)
Cause of death: Self-inflicted gunshot wound
Security camera footage: Confirms single actor, no secondary suspect involvement

Live Update — 8:55 PM EST, July 28, 2025

Public Records Link Shooter to Las Vegas Residence Near Sunset Beach Lane

According to verified public records, Shane Tamura, the suspect in the Midtown Manhattan shooting, was most recently residing in Las Vegas, Nevada, near Sunset Beach Lane in the 89128 ZIP code.

The address is located in a residential neighborhood in northwest Las Vegas, not far from Lake Sahara. Phone registration records indicate a long-standing number tied to the region via Pacific Bell. Authorities have not released a formal search warrant inventory, but neighbors have reported an FBI presence at a home matching the public records data.

a photo of new york city shooter Shane Tamura's house in Las Vegas

Notes on Privacy and Reporting

Out of respect for personal safety and investigative integrity, Prime Rogue Inc. is withholding exact street address and phone number details until such information is formally disclosed by law enforcement or relevant court filings.

Further investigation is underway into:

Prior police or mental health contact linked to Tamura’s listed residence
Any licensing or business activity conducted from that address (including his PI status)
Whether the address was active or vacant in recent months

Live Update — 8:52 PM EST, July 28, 2025

a photo of the New York City July 28 shooter Shane Tamura

Shooter Burst Into Public Event Space on 32nd Floor — Body Found on 33rd or 34th

New details from NYPD sources reveal that Shane Tamura entered the 32nd floor of 345 Park Avenue and burst into a public event space during an active gathering. It remains unclear whether the event was affiliated with any tenant, but several civilians were present and caught off-guard.

Police responded to the 32nd floor after initial 911 calls and began securing the area. Shortly after, a secondary call came from the 33rd floor, where the shooter’s body was discovered. Tamura had apparently moved one floor up and died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

Confirmed Movement Sequence

32nd Floor: Shooter enters and opens fire inside public-facing event space
NYPD Tactical Teams: Clear and secure the 32nd floor
33rd-34th Floor: Shooter located deceased — self-inflicted gunshot wound
EMS continues to extract injured civilians from both floors

Live Update — 8:50 PM EST, July 28, 2025

Suspect’s Digital Trail: Loss, Depression, and Mental Health Spiral Documented on TikTok

A review of Shane Tamura’s TikTok posts and digital footprint paints a portrait of an individual in long-term psychological distress. Tamura, identified as the shooter in today’s Midtown Manhattan attack, appears to have documented a multi-year decline in mental health on social media.

Timeline of Key Posts & Patterns

2017: Tamura lost his brother, an event he references in multiple later posts as a major psychological fracture.
2019: Posts indicate he was struggling with deep depression, with two reported suicide attempts that year.
2020: Visible weight gain documented across several videos. Tamura reportedly attempted suicide again in February 2020.
2021: Begins posting with a girlfriend, suggesting a period of emotional stabilization.
2022: Posts become more abstract and less frequent. One TikTok from that year includes references to “seeing patterns in the noise” and “walking away from the person I used to be.”

Investigative Relevance

While no manifesto has been recovered, the digital trail supports a psychological autopsy narrative. Investigators are reviewing Tamura’s social media, devices, and search history for signs of ideological motivation, targeting behavior, or psychosis.

So far, authorities say there is no clear evidence of political or extremist affiliation.

Live Update — 8:46 PM EST, July 28, 2025

Shooter Background: Hawaii-born Private Investigator, Acted Alone

Police have now released more detailed background on the shooter, identified as Shane Tamura, 27. He was reportedly born in Hawaii and later relocated to Las Vegas, where he worked as a licensed private investigator.

According to NYPD officials, Tamura acted alone. Investigators were able to track his movements using surveillance footage of his vehicle parked near 345 Park Avenue, which helped rule out the possibility of co-conspirators.

Key findings:

Tamura drove himself to the scene; car was located and processed by NYPD
No evidence of a second shooter or getaway vehicle
No known employment or residential link to any tenants inside 345 Park Avenue
Investigators are reviewing devices recovered from the suspect’s belongings for motive or digital planning

Updated Status

Fatalities: 3 confirmed dead (1 NYPD officer, 2 civilians)
Shooter: Shane Tamura — deceased (self-inflicted gunshot wound)
Origin: Born in Hawaii, most recently residing in Las Vegas
Occupation: Private investigator (Nevada licensed)
Motive: Still unknown

Live Update — 8:41 PM EST, July 28, 2025

Floor-by-Floor Search Continues — Death Toll Expected to Rise

NYPD tactical teams and FBI units remain inside 345 Park Avenue conducting meticulous floor-by-floor searches, focusing on upper levels including the 30s and 40s. Law enforcement officials caution that the death toll may rise, with additional victims possibly located during sweep operations.

Photo from Inside the Building

Employees inside a financial office on one of the upper floors created a makeshift barricade using couches, desks, and partition walls to shield themselves from the shooter during the July 28, 2025 New York City attack.

This image, obtained by Prime Rogue Inc., illustrates the improvised defenses deployed by workers who were trapped during the attack and sheltered in place for hours while the shooter moved through the building.

Summary (as of 8:41 PM EST)

Death toll: At least 3 confirmed, expected to rise
Shooter: Shane Tamura, 27, of Las Vegas — deceased (self-inflicted gunshot)
Building: Still not cleared; active shelter-in-place order remains
Victim locations: Confirmed on 32nd & 34th floors; further checks ongoing
Barricades: Office staff constructed physical defenses to survive

Live Update — 8:28 PM EST, July 28, 2025

Confirmed: At Least 3 Dead in Midtown Manhattan Shooting

Officials now confirm that three people have been killed in the active shooter attack at 345 Park Avenue, including:

One NYPD officer, shot in the back and pronounced dead at Bellevue Hospital
Two civilians, identities unconfirmed, believed to have been shot on the 32nd and 34th floors

This marks the deadliest workplace shooting in New York City since 2012.

The suspect, identified as Shane Tamura, a 27-year-old from Las Vegas, is confirmed deceased after turning the weapon on himself on the 34th floor.

Operational Status (8:28 PM)

Building remains unsecured
Tactical teams continue a full sweep of floors 30 through 44
EMS and Emergency Rescue Task Force are still conducting extractions and triage
911 continues to advise shelter-in-place for all buildings within a multi-block radius

Public & Investigative Notes

Investigators are pursuing a digital and physical search of Tamura’s background
No manifesto, affiliations, or motive has been publicly confirmed
Floors 32–34 were leased to Evercore, though it’s not confirmed Tamura had any affiliation with the firm

Live Update — 8:20 PM EST, July 28, 2025

Reports: Shooter Identified: Shane Tamura, Age 27, from Las Vegas

Reports suggest that the gunman has been identified as Shane Tamura, a 27-year-old male from Las Vegas, Nevada. Authorities have not yet released further details regarding motive or any connection to the victims or building.

Law enforcement officials are reportedly:

Executing a search warrant at Tamura’s last known address
Investigating potential digital footprints or manifestos
Exploring whether Tamura had prior ties to tenants on the 32nd–34th floors, now confirmed to be occupied by Evercore

This confirmation marks a major turning point in the investigation, though no motive has been disclosed.

Shooter Tentatively Identified as 27-Year-Old from Las Vegas

According to live CNN coverage, the gunman has been tentatively identified as a 27-year-old male from Las Vegas. Authorities have not yet released a name, and the identification remains preliminary pending official confirmation from the NYPD or FBI.

This marks the first credible lead into the shooter’s background. It is not yet known:

Whether the shooter had any direct ties to tenants on the 32nd–34th floors,
If he was employed in the building, or
What motive may have driven the attack.

Law enforcement officials are reportedly conducting background checks and securing addresses connected to the suspect.

Current Overview

Shooter: Deceased (self-inflicted gunshot, 34th floor)
Victims: 6 shot, including 1 NYPD officer confirmed deceased
Active EMS activity on upper floors continues
345 Park Avenue remains unsecured
Shelter-in-place order is still in effect for nearby buildings

Prime Rogue Investigates — 8:15 PM EST

Who Was on Floors 32–34 at 345 Park Avenue?

According to lease records reviewed by Prime Rogue Investigates, the shooter’s path—starting on the 32nd floor and ending with a suicide on the 34th—intersected directly with the offices of General Atlantic, a global growth equity firm.

However, as of May 1, 2023, all three floors—32nd, 33rd, and 34th—were assumed by Evercore, a major investment banking advisory group, following the expiration of General Atlantic’s lease. The lease agreement runs through 2035.

These three floors are not part of Blackstone’s main operational stack, suggesting the shooter’s movement may have been targeted or premeditated around a specific tenant area unrelated to Blackstone or KPMG. Each floor spans approximately 30,000 square feet.

Prime Rogue has verified this tenancy chain through public SEC lease filings and landlord disclosure records.

This raises operational and investigatory questions about whether the shooter had a connection to Evercore, General Atlantic, or a related tenant active in that suite.

We will continue cross-referencing floor-level access logs, corporate leasing data, and SEC filings as more emerges.

Live Update — 8:14 PM EST, July 28, 2025

NYPD Officer Killed Inside 345 Park Avenue

CNN and multiple sources now confirm the NYPD officer who was critically injured is deceased, having sustained gunshot wounds to the back while on duty outside the building. The injury proved fatal despite CPR efforts on-site and medical treatment at a hospital. At least two civilians were also critically injured in the incident

Incident Status

The shooter is confirmed dead, having died from a self-inflicted gunshot on an upper floor (around the 33rd or 34th level) of the building.
The total number of victims shot has reached six, including the NYPD officer and multiple civilians.
EMS and the Emergency Rescue Task Force continue operating on upper floors, extracting and treating additional injured individuals.
345 Park Avenue remains unsecured, and 911 dispatch continues to advise nearby buildings to remain on shelter-in-place protocols.
NYPD, FBI, and tactical units are engaged in ongoing building sweeps to ensure no further threats remain.

Quick Summary Table (as of 8:14 PM EST)

Detail	Status
Officer status	NYPD officer shot in back has died
Casualty count	At least 6 shot, including multiple civilians
Shooter	Confirmed dead by suicide on upper floors
Building security	Still unsecured; lockdown remains
Emergency response	EMS/ERTF active; floor-level sweep ongoing

Live Update — 8:10 PM EST, July 28, 2025

Recap of Events So Far

At approximately 6:30 PM, shots were fired inside 345 Park Avenue, a major Midtown Manhattan office tower that houses Blackstone, KPMG, the NFL, Bristol-Myers Squibb, and others.

Shooter

Shooter entered building wearing body armor, armed with an assault-style rifle.
Opened fire on the 32nd floor, injuring multiple people.
Moved upward, reportedly died by self-inflicted gunshot on the 34th floor.
Confirmed dead as of 7:50 PM (CNN).

NYPD Officer Down

One NYPD officer is in critical condition at Bellevue Hospital.
High-caliber rounds struck the officer; CPR was performed at the scene.
Video footage shows a chaotic emergency response in the building lobby.

👥 Victims

At least 6 people shot, according to FOX.
Victims include civilians and the officer.
EMS activity ongoing on the 32nd, 34th, and upper floors, including the 44th.

Building Status

345 Park Avenue remains unsecured.
911 dispatch is still instructing callers to shelter in place.
NYPD ESU, SWAT, and Emergency Rescue Task Force are conducting floor-by-floor sweeps.

Timeline Summary

Time	Key Event
6:30 PM	Shots fired inside 345 Park Avenue lobby
6:50 PM	NYPD officer confirmed shot
7:25 PM	Active shooter confirmed; building locked down
7:44 PM	EMS deployed to upper floors; rescue task force activated
7:50 PM	Shooter confirmed dead by self-inflicted wound (CNN)
7:57 PM	Victim count rises to six (FOX); CPR on officer confirmed
8:00 PM	Reports of shooter’s path: fired on 32nd, died on 34th
8:10 PM	Building still unsecured; shelter-in-place remains active

Live Update — 8:06 PM EST, July 28, 2025

New Details: Victims on 32nd & 34th Floors

Reports now indicate multiple victims were found on the 32nd and 34th floors of 345 Park Avenue, suggesting the shooter ascended to the 32nd floor before moving up to the 34th, where he later died by suicide
These locations align with prior scanner information and eyewitness accounts placing the shooter near the 33rd floor, reinforcing consistency across multiple sources

Operational Status

The building remains unsecured—911 dispatch continues urging nearby occupants and businesses to shelter in place until NYPD completes clearance.
Tactical units, including ESU, SWAT, and ERTF, conduct continued floor-by-floor sweeps, focusing on upper floors in the 30s and possibly above.
EMS activity and complex extraction operations persist in upper levels, particularly around the 44th floor.

Summary Table (as of 8:06 PM EST)

Item	Status
Potential victim floors	Reports of victims on 32nd and 34th levels
Shooter movement	Entered, fired on 32nd floor, moved upward before suicide
Building status	Still unsecured; shelter-in-place advisory remains in effect
Tactical response	Ongoing ESU/SWAT and rescue operations across upper floors
EMS operations	Active extraction and triage ongoing above the 30th floor

Live Update — 8:00 PM EST, July 28, 2025

NYPD Officer in Critical Condition at Bellevue After Sustaining Major Gunshot Wounds

New details confirm that the NYPD officer injured during today’s Midtown shooting is in critical condition at Bellevue Hospital after sustaining multiple gunshot wounds from a high-caliber weapon.

Footage circulating online shows the officer receiving CPR outsidethe building lobby before being rushed to hospitalby emergency responders. The nature of the wounds and the CPR response suggest life-threatening trauma, possibly to the chest or abdomen.

Sources indicate the weapon used was an assault-style rifle, consistent with early scanner reports. No official medical briefing has been released, but police sources say the officer’s condition is grave.

NYPD officer receiving CPR after being shot my gunman in New York City July 28 attack

Confirmed Facts as of 8:00 PM EST

One NYPD officer critically injured by high-caliber rounds
CPR administered on-site, officer transported to Bellevue Hospital
Total of 6 victims shot, including the officer
Shooter deceased (self-inflicted wound on upper floor)
345 Park Avenue remains unsecured; public advised to shelter in place

Live Update — 7:57 PM EST, July 28, 2025

Victim Count Rises to Six

FOX 5 New York now reports that at least six individuals were shot in the incident at 345 Park Avenue, including one NYPD officer. All victims were struck in the Midtown high-rise office building housing the Blackstone Group and other major firms
This updated total aligns with earlier indications of multiple casualties beyond the initial reports of three victims.

🛑 Operational Status

Shooter confirmed deceased, reportedly having barricaded himself on a floor in the upper 30s and dying from a self-inflicted gunshot
911 dispatch remains on alert, advising that the building is still unsecured and the public should continue sheltering in place until authorities declare it safe.
NYPD emergency response units, including tactical teams, EMS, and ERTF, continue floor-by-floor sweeps and casualty extraction efforts.

📌 Summary (as of 7:57 PM EST)

Element	Status
Victim count	At least 6 shot, including NYPD officer
Shooter	Dead, upper 30s floor, self-inflicted
Building condition	Still unsecured, shelter-in-place advisory
EMS/ERTF activity	Ongoing on upper floors
Public area access	Streets closed; caution maintained

Live Update — 7:54 PM EST, July 28, 2025

Shooter Confirmed Dead on Upper 30s Floor (CNN)

CNN has now confirmed the gunman died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound on a floor in the upper 30s of 345 Park Avenue, consistent with earlier reports that placed him near the 33rd floor

Building Still Unsecured

911 dispatch continues to advise the public that the building remains unsecured, urging anyone in nearby structures to shelter in place until authorities complete the clearance.
Tactical teams are conducting a floor-by-floor sweep, focusing on floors ranging from the lower lobby to the upper 40s.

Medical Response Ongoing

EMS and Emergency Rescue Task Force units remain active, with confirmed medical activity on floors up to the 44th level.
The complex layout and multi-tenant occupancy are complicating evacuation and casualty extraction operations.

Status Overview (as of 7:54 PM EST)

Element	Status
Shooter	Confirmed dead on upper 30s floor (self-inflicted)
Building Condition	Still unsecured, shelter-in-place advisory remains
EMS & Rescue Activity	Active on upper floors, triage & extraction ongoing
Security Operations	Floor-by-floor clearance in progress
Public Advisory	Shelter-in-place still in effect

Live Update — 7:53 PM EST, July 28, 2025

Building Remains Unsecured Despite Shooter Confirmed Dead

Though CNN has confirmed the shooter is deceased following a self-inflicted gunshot wound, 911 dispatch is still advising callers that 345 Park Avenue remains unsecured. All occupants are being told to shelter in place until the NYPD completes its tactical sweep.

The continued lockdown suggests:

Uncertainty about possible secondary threats or additional weapons.
Ongoing investigation and building clearance by NYPD ESU and SWAT units.
Floor-by-floor searches, including high-traffic corporate suites, are not yet complete.

Tactical & Medical Response

EMS and Emergency Rescue Task Force teams remain active on upper floors, including the 44th floor, assisting with triage and possible extraction.
NYPD Bomb Squad and federal assets are reportedly assisting in post-incident assessment and scene security.
NYPD command has not yet issued an “all clear” for the building or surrounding streets.

Situation Summary (7:53 PM EST)

Detail	Status
Shooter	Confirmed deceased (CNN)
Casualties	3+ injured, 2 critical
Building status	Still unsecured, shelter in place
EMS/ERTF activity	Ongoing on upper floors
Public perimeter	Locked down; East 52nd still closed

Live Update — 7:51 PM EST, July 28, 2025

Confirmed: Gunman Deceased

CNN now confirms the shooter is dead following a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The gunman reportedly barricaded himself on an upper floor of 345 Park Avenue, after opening fire in the lobby area and injuring at least three people—one NYPD officer and two civilians, one of whom remains in critical condition.

This confirmation aligns with earlier scanner traffic and media reports suggesting the suspect had died on the 32nd or 33rd floor, wearing body armor and armed with an assault-style rifle.

Current Response

NYPD Emergency Service Unit and tactical teams continue to sweep the building floor-by-floor to ensure there are no additional threats.
EMS units are still operating on the upper floors, including the 44th floor, with Emergency Rescue Task Force deployments underway to extract victims and treat injuries.
The FBI remains on-site, supporting evidence collection and structural clearing.

Quick Recap (as of 7:51 PM EST)

Status	Details
Shooter	Confirmed dead (CNN) via self-inflicted gunshot
Injured	≥3 victims; 1 NYPD officer, 2 civilians (at least 1 critical)
Location	345 Park Avenue, floors 1 and 32–33
Tactical Response	Ongoing sweeps; ERTF deployed
Public Area Status	Midtown lockdown continues; shelter-in-place still advised

Live Update — 7:50 PM EST, July 28, 2025

🚨 Scanner Traffic & Field Updates

Police scanner reports confirm EMS teams are actively being dispatched to multiple upper floors of 345 Park Avenue, including the 44th floor. Emergency Rescue Task Force units remain on standby to manage complex extraction and medical triage scenarios. Some reports indicate appearances of a mass-casualty response pattern emerging on the upper levels.
Earlier field reports suggested the suspect had barricaded himself on the 32nd floor, though other media sources place the incident near the 33rd floor, where the self-inflicted wound was reportedly confirmed.

Casualties & Response

The incident injured at least three individuals, among them one NYPD officer and two civilians; at least one civilian and the officer are in critical condition.
A full tactical response (NYPD, Counter-Terrorism, Bomb Squad, Sheriff’s Department) remains engaged, with Level 3 mobilization reportedly in effect.

Public Advisory

Streets surrounding East 52nd Street between Park Avenue and Lexington Avenue remain closed to public and vehicular traffic.
Authorities maintain a shelter-in-place advisory for all adjacent buildings until the scene is declared secure.

Summary Table

Item	Status
EMS Deployment	Upper floors (incl. 44th)
ERTF Activation	Confirmed active
Primary Incident Area	Floors 32–33
Casualties	≥3 shot (NYPD officer + 2 civilians), at least one in critical condition
Operational Response	ESU/SWAT sweep, heavy units deployed
Public Measures	Area blocked; shelter-in-place orders active

This operation has moved into casualty assessment and medical extraction. Expect longer operational timelines. I’ll share the next update as soon as official statements or medical status emerge.

Live Update — 7:44 PM EST, July 28, 2025

Scanner Activity: EMS Requested on Upper Floors

Police scanner traffic confirms that EMS units are now being directed to the upper floors of 345 Park Avenue. NYPD has requested activation of an Emergency Rescue Task Force (ERTF), a coordinated response model typically used when multiple victims may be located in a potentially unsecured environment.

While earlier reports indicated the shooter had died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound on or near the 33rd floor, the call-up of ERTF suggests either:

Additional victims may have been located on upper floors, or
Tactical medics are required to extract critically injured individuals under constrained or hazardous conditions.

Key Developments as of 7:44 PM EST:

EMS deploying vertically, responding to specific upper-level floor injuries.
ERTF activation implies complex extraction logistics, possibly involving stairwells or blocked elevator access.
Police have not yet publicly confirmed if the building is fully secure. Floor-by-floor sweeps are reportedly still underway.

This update indicates the response has shifted into casualty recovery and medical triage, suggesting a longer operational footprint overnight.

Let me know if you want me to draft the 7:50 PM entry, update the casualty count, or track additional scanner traffic.

Live Update — 7:43 PM EST, July 28, 2025

Tenant Overview: Who Else Is in the Blackstone Building (345 Park Avenue)

The shooting occurred at 345 Park Avenue, commonly referred to as the Blackstone Group’s headquarters, but the building also hosts several prominent tenants across its 44-story, 1.9 million square-foot footprint

The Blackstone Group – Occupies approximately 28 floors (over 1 million sq ft), serving as its global headquarters under a lease extended through 2034
KPMG LLP – A major tenant since the building’s opening, with roughly 450,000–497,000 sq ft spread across multiple floors
National Football League (NFL) – Headquartered in the building since 2012
Bristol‑Myers Squibb – Longstanding tenant in the property
Deutsche Bank – Has office space in the building
JPMorgan Chase – Maintains a business presence in the tower
Consulate General of Ireland / Enterprise Ireland / Tourism Ireland – Host Irish official functions and agencies in the building
Piper Jaffray & Co. – Investment banking tenant alongside others like Loeb & Loeb LLP or Bord Bia

Live Update — 7:40 PM EST, July 28, 2025

Latest Developments

At least three individuals sustained gunshot injuries, including an NYPD officer and two civilians; the officer and one civilian are reported in critical condition
The suspect, wearing a bulletproof vest and armed with an assault-style rifle, reportedly fired from upper floors—law enforcement sources indicate he barricaded himself on or near the 33rd floor and later died by self-inflicted gunshot
The incident unfolded in the lobby and upper floors of 345 Park Avenue, headquarters to Blackstone, the NFL, KPMG, and other firms

Response & Scene Status

SWAT and ESU teams are conducting a floor-by-floor sweep to confirm no additional threats remain.
The FBI is providing support at the active crime scene, per Deputy Director Dan Bongino
Streets surrounding East 52nd Street between Park Avenue and Lexington Avenue remain closed, and public transit is disrupted. A shelter-in-place has been ordered for nearby buildings

Summary (7:40 PM EST)

Detail	Status
Casualties	Three shot (two critical), including one officer
Shooter	Wearing vest; barricaded on ~33rd floor; possibly deceased
Location	345 Park Avenue – lobby and upper floors
Tactical Response	ESU/SWAT building sweep underway
Agencies engaged	NYPD, FDNY, FBI
Public Impact	Streets closed; shelter-in-place order in effect

This situation remains fluid. Official statements or further medical details may emerge soon.

Live Update — 7:38 PM EST, July 28, 2025

Location & Building Profile: 345 Park Avenue (Blackstone Building)

The shooting occurred within 345 Park Avenue, commonly known as the Bristol‑Myers Squibb Building, a 44‑story skyscraper completed in 1969 and located between East 51st and 52nd Streets in Midtown Manhattan .
Owned and managed by Rudin Management, the tower encompasses approximately 1.9 million square feet, with large, flexible floor plates and high-end amenities including card‑key access, bike storage, street‑level retail, parking, and wellness facilities
Blackstone Group, headquartered at this address since 1988, expanded its footprint over recent years to occupy 28 floors (around 1.06 million sq ft)—more than half the building—under a lease running through 2034 .
Other key tenants include KPMG, the NFL, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Piper Jaffray, Deutsche Bank, and various consular agencies, making it a high-profile corporate hub on Park Avenue

345 Park Avenue in NYC from which an active shooter is attacking New York City

Why the Building Matters:

As a Class‑A office tower with a prestigious address, 345 Park Avenue houses major financial, professional, and government tenants, which increases both risk and emergency response complexity in the event of a security crisis .
The building’s high density, vertical circulation, and multi-tenant configuration require coordinated response protocols when managing events like an active shooter.

Live Update — 7:35 PM EST, July 28, 2025

National Context: Active Shooters in Urban and Corporate Settings

Here’s a summary of comparable incidents and broader trends in urban workplace or commercial active shooter events:

FBI Trends

In 2024, the FBI identified 24 active shooter incidents across the U.S.—a 50% decline from 2023’s 48 incidents
Of those, roughly 17% occurred in commercial or corporate settings such as offices or retail spaces

Notable Urban/Corporate Incidents in 2025

A few recent examples illustrate the challenges faced in workplace-related shootings:

Minneapolis Business Shooting (2 weeks ago):
A disgruntled employee at Accent Signage Systems armed himself after being called into a meeting, fatally shooting multiple colleagues in executive offices and warehouse areas
Capital Jewish Museum, Washington D.C. (May 21, 2025):
An extremist opened fire outside a Jewish cultural institution during a diplomatic event, killing two embassy staff. Though not inside a corporate office, it underscores the risks facing public-facing institutional venues in urban centers
Las Vegas Gym Shooting (May 16, 2025):
A former patron armed with an AR-15-style rifle killed two people inside a fitness center and died at the scene. This incident highlights how personal grievances can erupt violently even in non-corporate public buildings

What This Means for the Park Avenue Incident

Office environments remain vulnerable to targeted, isolated attacks, especially involving disgruntled or ideologically motivated individuals.
Corporate high-rises—with many tenants, vertical access, and public lobbies—compound the complexity of tactical evacuation and response.
In 2023, ~25% of active shooter incidents met the definition of a mass killing, though most (58%) occurred in open spaces—just 17% occurred in commercial settings, but those incidents often resulted in higher casualties and strategic response measures

Summary Table

Element	Park Avenue Shooting, July 28, 2025	Typical Urban Corporate Incidents
Shooter profile	One suspect barricaded, later deceased	Often disgruntled or ideologically motivated
Location	Midtown Manhattan commercial high-rise	Offices, industrial complexes, public venues
Casualties	At least one officer critically injured; civilians affected	Multiple fatalities common
Law enforcement response	Tactical floor sweep inside skyscraper	ESU teams, SWAT, layered emergency access points
Frequency	Rare but high-impact in NYC	17% of active shooter incidents in commerce

Live Update — 7:32 PM EST, July 28, 2025

Situation Developments

According to multiple sources, the suspect entered 345 Park Avenue wearing a bullet‑proof vest and armed with an assault‑style rifle. The building houses firms like Blackstone, KPMG, Bristol‑Myers Squibb, and the NFL among others
At least two people critically wounded: one NYPD officer and one civilian. The officer’s condition is serious
Reports indicate the shooter barricaded himself on the 33rd floor and was later found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The incident remains under investigation

Emergency Response

Fire crews were dispatched at approximately 6:30 PM to the scene, activating the city’s emergency alert systems for road closures, traffic delays, and transit disruptions around Midtown
The FBI is on-site providing support, according to Deputy Director Dan Bongino

Public Advisory

NYPD and city authorities continue to advise civilians to avoid East 52nd Street between Park Avenue and Lexington Avenue, as the investigation proceeds
Evacuation and lock‑down procedures remain in effect.

Summary (19:32 EST)

Shooter entered 345 Park Avenue armed and wearing tactical gear
Two critical injuries: one NYPD officer, one civilian
Shooter barricaded on 33rd floor, confirmed dead by self-inflicted wound
Emergency services, FBI on scene; area remain locked down

Live Update — 7:25 PM EST, July 28, 2025

Incident Overview

An active shooter situation is unfolding at 345 Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, a major office complex that includes Blackstone, KPMG, and NFL headquarters. NYPD has confirmed that an officer was shot by a suspect reportedly armed with an assault-style rifle. The shooter is currently at large.

Multiple buildings in the vicinity have been locked down, and a shelter-in-place order is in effect. The situation remains fluid, with a heavy police presence on-site and multiple tactical units deployed.

Affected Area

East 52nd Street between Park Avenue and Lexington Avenue is closed off. Civilians are being kept behind barricades. All foot and vehicle traffic is being diverted. Police have issued repeated warnings to avoid the area.

Public Safety Notice

Mayor Eric Adams released an official statement urging residents and workers in Midtown Manhattan to remain indoors.

“New Yorkers: there is an active shooter investigation underway near Park Avenue and East 51st Street. Please take proper safety precautions and stay indoors until we give the all-clear.”

Eyewitness Reports

Eyewitnesses describe a chaotic scene just after 7:00 PM. One witness, an office worker, said people began running toward Lexington Avenue, shouting warnings in both English and Spanish. Police entered the building moments later, and officers with rifles and riot gear were seen securing entrances.