Zohran Mamdani Reacts To NYC Active Shooting: 'Heartbroken'
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New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani responded on Monday after a gunman opened fire in a midtown Manhattan office building that houses the National Football League (NFL) and some of the country's top financial firms.
The Context
The shooting took place in one of Manhattan's most prominent business districts, affecting a building that houses some of America's largest financial institutions including Blackstone, Deutsche Bank, and JP Morgan, as well as the consulate general of Ireland.
The incident disrupted a critical area of New York's financial sector and triggered emergency alerts across the city.
Democrat mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani speaks during a rally at the Hotel & GamingTrades Council headquarters in New York, Wednesday, July 2, 2025.
Democrat mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani speaks during a rally at the Hotel & GamingTrades Council headquarters in New York, Wednesday, July 2, 2025.
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What To Know
The suspect, identified by multiple media outlets as 27-year-old Shane Tamura, shot and killed three people, including at least one off-duty New York City Police Department (NYPD) officer.
"I'm heartbroken to learn of the horrific shooting in midtown and I am holding the victims, their families, and the NYPD officer in critical condition in my thoughts," Mamdani posted on X Monday evening. "Grateful for all of our first responders on the ground."
Tamura was found dead on the 33rd floor of the building, ABC's local affiliate reported. The gunman died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound; sources told the Associated Press.
What People Are Saying
New York City Mayor Eric Adams posted on X: "I have been briefed on the limited information available during this active situation. We will provide more information as we have it."
Former New York Governor and current mayoral candidate Andrew Cuomo posted on X: "Horrified by the shooting in Midtown. I'm grateful for the courage of our NYPD and first responders, and my prayers are with the victims and their families."
Republican mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa posted on X: "Disturbing reports out of Midtown Manhattan—multiple people reportedly shot, including an NYPD officer. Praying for everyone affected. Grateful to our first responders who run toward danger to keep us safe."
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