A Manhattan shooting leaves 5 dead, including a police officer and the suspected gunman. Witnesses recount terrifying moments during the incident.
A devastating shooting in Midtown Manhattan resulted in the deaths of five individuals, including a New York Police Department officer and the suspected gunman. The incident unfolded on Monday, sending shockwaves through the city.
According to reports, the suspect, identified as Shane Tamura of Nevada, allegedly opened fire in an office building. The building is reported by witnesses to belong to Blackstone investment company. Law enforcement swiftly responded to the scene, and the situation is now under control.
Witnesses described scenes of panic as people fled the area. Jessica Chen, who was present in the building during the shooting, recounted the harrowing experience of barricading herself and others in a conference room. "We were honestly really, really scared," she told ABC News.
Authorities have confirmed that the suspect died from what is believed to be a self-inflicted injury. The investigation into the shooting is ongoing.