Gunman opens fire in office tower in NYC, injuring several – DW – 07/29/2025
A shooter opened fire at an office building in Manhattan in New York City on Monday, killing several people.
The shooter is dead, with American media outlets reporting that he fatally shot himself. The victims include a senior police official, according to reports.
"The scene has been contained and the lone shooter is dead," the New York Police Department posted to X.
The office tower is one that houses some of the country's top financial firms and the National Football League.
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