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The Herald Scotland
a day ago
- The Herald Scotland
NFL says one employee seriously injured in New York City shooting
The gunman fatally shot four people, including New York city police officer Didarul Islam, and injured several others before killing himself with a self-inflicted gunshot. Goodell, in the memo, called it "an unspeakable act of violence." The NFL did not reveal the identity of its injured employee. "NFL staff are at the hospital and we are supporting the family," Goodell wrote. The incident began around 6:30 p.m. on Monday at the skyscraper that is also headquarters to Blackstone and other prominent financial firms. NFL employees were immediately directed to shelter-in-place, according to authorities. CNN was told by a law enforcement official that the shooter was carrying papers indicating he had grievances with the NFL and its handling of CTE, or Chronic traumatic encephalopathy. Officials say they are still investigating what motivated the attack. The league has offices on the fifth through eighth floors of the 44-floor tower. It is unknown how many NFL employees were on location during the shooting. "We are deeply grateful to the law enforcement officers who responded to this threat quickly and decisively and to Officer Islam, who gave his life to protect others," Goodell wrote. Goodell advised staff based in New York to work remotely on Tuesday, adding that it is understandable if they preferred to take the day off. He emphasized that there are significant resources available for employees, including grief counselors. He also maintained that there will be increased security presence at the building in the days and weeks to come. "Every one of you is a valued member of the NFL family," Goodell wrote in closing. "We will get through this together."
Daily Mail
a day ago
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- Daily Mail
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell's solemn letter to staff revealed after shooter killed four in attack on league
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has asked colleagues to stay away from the league's Manhattan's offices in the aftermath of this week's mass shooting that left one staff injured and in stable condition. That employee, who remains unidentified, is surrounded by family and coworkers, according to an update shared by Goodell. 'Our thoughts and prayers remain especially with our colleague who was impacted,' read the letter to all NFL employees, which was provided to Daily Mail by a league spokesman. 'He is currently surrounded by his family and members of the NFL community, and we are all continuing to hope for and support his full recovery.' As for the rest of the league office, they are being asked to work remotely through August 8 as the NFL offers counseling to employees impacted by the horrific shooting. 'I want to take a moment to reach out to you all following yesterday's tragic events,' Goodell's letter began. 'Our hearts go out to all of the victims and their families, and we are deeply grateful for the first responders and medical staff who acted so quickly and continue to provide care. 'We are strongest when we come together and support one another. To provide a space for our community, we will be holding a virtual town hall tomorrow where we can connect, share, and support each other. More details to follow. Roger Goodell penned a letter to NFL staff after this week's fatal shooting in Manhattan The tragedy unfolded Monday night when Shane Tamura, 27, of Las Vegas exited a double-parked BMW armed with a rifle before entering the midtown-Manhattan skyscraper 'This has been a challenging time for our entire team. Please continue to take care of yourselves and one another. If you need additional support, do not hesitate to reach out to your manager or HR. We are here for you. 'Thank you to all of you for the compassion, care, and support you are showing to one another right now. It means so much to see how our team is pulling together.' Goodell concluded his letter by adding his hope for 'healing and brighter days ahead. The tragedy unfolded Monday night when Shane Tamura, 27, of Las Vegas exited a double-parked BMW armed with a rifle before entering the midtown-Manhattan skyscraper. New York Police Department officials say Tamura then fired on one officer and sprayed the lobby with bullets before taking an elevator to the 33rd floor, where he fatally shot another person and killed himself. NYPD now says Tamura was targeting the NFL offices on another floor but entered the wrong elevator and instead ended up at a real estate office. A note found in his wallet later implied he was upset with the NFL over his belief he was suffering from chronic traumatic encephalopathy, a degenerative brain disease linked to repeated head trauma. CTE, as it is known, can only be diagnosed posthumously. Tamura, who was reportedly a former high school football player, asked to have his brain studied after his death. Police say he had a history of mental illness. FDNY personal, NYPD police officers and emergency vehicles are on the scene after a gunman armed with a rifle opened fire in the lobby of the building on 52nd Street and Park Avenue Four people were killed by Tamura in the shooting and another, the NFL employee, was left critically injured before being upgraded to stable. His victims have been identified as Blackstone executive Wesley LePatner, NYPD officer Didarul Islam, Cornell graduate Julia Hyman and security guard Aland Etienne. Former NFL player Terry Long was named in a suicide note by Tamura. In his note, Tamura named the former Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman, who had the condition known as CTE. 'Terry Long football gave me CTE and it caused me to drink a gallon of antifreeze,' Tamura wrote, as per CNN. 'You can't go against the NFL, they'll squash you. Study my brain please I'm sorry.' Long died by suicide at the age of 45 after he drank a full gallon of antifreeze, a revised 2006 death certificate said. A coroner initially ruled that his death in June 2005 was a result of meningitis. The former football player was found unresponsive at his home and died in hospital. Only later was he diagnosed with CTE.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Yahoo
Prayers Pouring In For Longtime NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell
Prayers Pouring In For Longtime NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell originally appeared on The Spun. Prayers are pouring in for longtime NFL commissioner Roger Goodell on Tuesday morning. Goodell, 66, has served as the commissioner of the country's biggest sports league since 2006. He's incredibly well paid for his services, as he's made hundreds of millions of dollars in compensation since taking over. But Goodell and the rest of the NFL's headquarters are facing a frightening situation on Tuesday morning. A man shot up a major office building in New York City on Monday night. The man, who has since been identified as a former high school football player, killed four people, before taking his own life. The shooter was reportedly targeting the National Football League. Goodell, who leads the NFL, has his main office at the building - 345 Park Avenue - in New York City. It's unclear if he was in the building at the time of the shooting. The man was believed to be targeting the NFL's offices, though he took the wrong elevator and ended up on a different floor. Prayers are pouring in for everyone involved, especially the four victims, but also Goodell and the National Football League, who were the initial target of a mass shooting. "He did have a note on him. The note alluded to that he felt he had CTE, a known brain injury for those who participate in contact sports. He appeared to have blamed the NFL for his injury," NYC Mayor Eric Adams said on "CBS Mornings." The shooter, who played high school football, reportedly drove across the country to get to the NFL's offices. "From our preliminary investigation, he took the wrong elevator bank up to the NFL headquarters. Instead, it took him to Rudin Management, and that is where he carried out additional shootings and took the lives of additional employees." A longtime NFL employee was injured in the shooting, as well. "Craig Clementi, an employee in the league's finance department was struck in the back by a bullet during Monday night's shooting. There is a belief that the bullet may have ricocheted before hitting him. Remarkably, the man, who had recently welcomed a new baby, was on the phone with other NFL employees at the time, warning them to stay safe and evacuate the building. He continued to make calls even while he was taken to the hospital by ambulance and Commissioner Roger Goodell said in a memo to league employees that their colleague is in stable condition," NFL insider Dianna Russini shared. Our thoughts continue to be with everyone involved in the shooting on Tuesday. May the victims rest in peace. Prayers Pouring In For Longtime NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell first appeared on The Spun on Jul 29, 2025 This story was originally reported by The Spun on Jul 29, 2025, where it first appeared.
Forbes
a day ago
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- Forbes
Manhattan Shooting Shuts Down NFL Office For At Least 10 Days
The National Football League's New York office will be shuttered for at least the next 10 days after it was targeted in a shooting Monday, according to an email sent to employees by NFL commissioner Roger Goodell, closing the office to employees after four people were killed by a gunman. The shooting took place Monday evening. (Photo by) Getty Images Goodell told employees in the email to 'plan to work remotely at least through the end of next week,' saying the office would remain closed until staffers could safely return. Monday's shooting wounded an NFL employee, who was reported to be in stable condition at a nearby hospital. Goodell said the employee was 'seriously injured' and is now recovering, noting the NFL believes all other employees are otherwise safe and accounted for. The shooter, identified as 27-year-old Shane Tamura, opened fire on people in the building's lobby, later rode the elevator to the 33rd floor and shot another person before shooting himself in the chest, according to law enforcement. New York Mayor Eric Adams told reporters the gunman was likely targeting the NFL office but 'appeared to have gone to the wrong floor.' Get Forbes Breaking News Text Alerts : We're launching text message alerts so you'll always know the biggest stories shaping the day's headlines. Text 'Alerts' to (201) 335-0739 or sign up here . A note found on Tamura after the shooting claimed he was suffering from chronic traumatic encephalopathy, a condition contact sport players and military members are susceptible to through repeated head impacts. One line in the note said, 'CTE study my brain please. I'm sorry,' according to NBC News, which reported another line from the note said the NFL 'concealed the dangers to our brains to maximize profits.' Tamura was not an NFL player, though he did play football as a running back at Golden Valley High School in California. Authorities said Tamura suffered from mental health issues. Among the four killed in the shooting were 36-year-old police officer Didarul Islam, 44-year-old Blackstone real estate executive Wesley LePatner and 46-year-old Aland Etienne, a security guard. The name of the other victim, who worked for real estate firm Rudin Management, has not been publicly disclosed. The New York Police Department said Tamura could be seen on surveillance footage holding an M4 rifle during the shooting and that he had a 'documented mental health history.' Local police and the Federal Bureau of Investigation are still investigating the incident, Tamura's potential motive and his home in Las Vegas. Further Reading Blackstone Executive Wesley LePatner Killed In Manhattan Shooting—What We Know About The Victims (Forbes) Manhattan Shooter Who Killed Four Likely Targeted NFL Offices, Mayor Adams Says (Forbes)
Yahoo
a day ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Roger Goodell reaches out to NFL employees, announces temporary closure following deadly NYC shooting that targeted league office
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell addressed league employees in a memo Tuesday night, a day after a gunman opened fire in the New York City high-rise that houses the league offices, killing four and wounding a man that Goodell identified as a league employee. Goodell didn't provide a medical update on the league's wounded staff member, but noted that "he is currently surrounded by his family and members of the NFL community." Goodell announced that the league's Manhattan office at 345 Park Ave. will remain closed until at least Aug. 8 and asked employees who normally work in the building to work remotely until the 44-story office tower is ready to reopen for business. "We are strongest when we come together and support one another," Goodell wrote. ... "This has been a challenging time for our entire team. Please continue to take care of yourselves and one another." Goodell also announced a virtual town hall for NFL staff members on Wednesday to discuss the shooting and offered support from league management and the league's human resources staff. Shooter opened fire with assault rifle, targeted NFL office A man who the New York Police Department identified as 27-year-old Shane Tamura of Las Vegas stepped out of his car that he double parked outside the office building Monday evening carrying an M4 rifle, which is similar to the more commonly known AR-15. Per NYPD commissioner Jessica Tisch, he walked into the lobby of the building and immediately opened fire, killing 36-year-old off-duty NYPD officer Didarul Islam and starting a shooting spree that killed three others. From the lobby, Tamura took an elevator to the 33rd floor, where he killed another person before taking his own life with a gunshot to the chest, according to Tisch. Per Tisch, Tamura drove across the country from Las Vegas starting Saturday and carried out the shooting shortly after arriving in New York Monday evening. Police found a rifle case with rounds, a loaded revolver, ammunition and magazines in the car that he left behind. Tamura's motive wasn't clear as Tisch and New York Mayor Eric Adams addressed media at a news conference Monday night. But police told ABC early Tuesday that Tamura left a note suggesting that the NFL was his target. Adams later told reporters that the NFL was the target of Tamura's rampage and that he appeared to have mistakenly taken the wrong elevator to the 33rd floor, which houses offices of the building's owner Rudin Management Company. The NFL is one of several tenants of the building and has offices on floors 5-8. The building also houses the offices of accounting firm KPMG and investment firm Blackstone. Shooter left note stating he suffered from CTE Tamura was a high school football player. Per ABC News, he wrote in his three-page note that he believed that he suffered from chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a degenerative brain disease associated with repeated head trauma that's commonly associated with football and other collision sports. Tamura's note accused the NFL of concealing the dangers to players' brains from playing football in order to maximize profits, according to ABC. The note also included a request from Tamura to study his brain for CTE, which can only be detected via postmortem inspection. The New York City Office of the Chief Medical Examiner stated that it intends to examine Tamura's brain as part of his autopsy.
