NYC Faces Lawsuit Over Midtown Shooting

A former National Football League employee was severely injured when a gunman attacked an office tower in Midtown last year. He has now filed a lawsuit seeking $24 million in damages against the city.

The Incident

• Perpetrator: Shane Tamura, 27, armed with an assault rifle.
• Victims: Four people were killed, including a police officer in uniform.
• Employee’s Injury: Shot ten feet from Detective Didarul Islam, then escaped through a broken revolving door. He was hospitalized in serious condition, spent ten days in the ICU, and continues to suffer lasting pain.

Legal Claims

• Negligence: The lawsuit alleges that Detective Islam, who was part of a police‑private security program while wearing his uniform, failed to stop Tamura.
• Duty of Care: Although Islam was technically off duty, the suit argues his work is still controlled by the city, making the city liable for inadequate safety measures.
• Damages Sought: Medical bills, therapy costs, and lost earnings.

Broader Impact

• Other families affected by the shooting are also planning lawsuits against the city, citing police failure to intervene.
• The motive remains unclear; a note left by Tamura referenced a brain condition common among football players.