New York City and the entire United States were shaken by a brazen mass shooting that took place in the city on July 28th.
According to reports, 27-year-old Shane Tamura has been identified as the shooter responsible for the mass casualty event. The suspect had reportedly started having headaches when he was playing high school football in Southern California. Those headaches never went away and became increasingly worse as the teen grew into an adult.
According to reports, Tamura was desperate for medical help with his headaches. He was allegedly prescribed several medications and even given injections to ease the pain, but nothing was able to stop his debilitating headaches.
Investigators now believe that Tamura believed he had CTE, a degenerative brain disease, stemming from repeated head trauma during his football days. During one involuntary mental stay, the suspect told his doctors that he felt his medical condition was caused by a lack of safety gear and equipment while playing sports as a child. CTE can only be diagnosed after a person has passed away.
Due to a note found in the suspect’s wallet, investigators believe he had a grievance against the NFL and was attempting to reach the NFL’s headquarters on July 28th. The note also asked doctors to investigate whether he had CTE after his death.
On July 28th, the suspect entered a Manhattan office building and began indiscriminately shooting at workers as they got off an elevator. Four individuals were fatally wounded in the attack. Then, the suspect got onto the elevator and rode up to the 33rd floor, where he fatally shot himself as well.
One brave lobby greeter, 39-year-old Andre Morris, is being praised for his quick thinking, which saved at least eight individuals during the incident. According to reports, the lobby greeter was getting water at his post when he heard at least 10-15 gunshots ring out. He didn’t see any gunman, but he did see bullets ricocheting and smoke. He immediately called 911 and alerted other staff about what was happening over the radio.
Morris then grabbed eight workers who were scared for their lives and led them into a closet. He turned off his radio and kept everyone quiet. Morris and one other person held the door shut until they heard police on the other side.
Shooting Crimes in New York
A mass shooting event is one of the most serious crimes a person can commit, so it makes sense that New York State law allows a penalty of life in prison for this type of offense. If the suspect is charged on the federal level, however, then they could potentially face the death penalty.
If you have questions or concerns about a shooting charge in New York, then it’s important to speak with an attorney as soon as possible. You can get in touch with our team here at Bukh Law Firm, P.C. to learn more about your rights and options.
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