NEW YORK, July 28, 2025 — Absolute mayhem unfolded in Manhattan on Monday, July 28, 2025, when a gunman opened fire in Midtown, injuring multiple people before taking his own life. The New York Police Department responded to reports of shots fired at 345 Park Avenue.
An active shooter situation gripped Midtown Manhattan as officers responded to reports of an assault rifle being used. The incident, which occurred at 345 Park Avenue, saw hundreds of people sheltering in place.
According to initial reports, one of the gunshot victims may be a police officer. The suspect was found dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Social media videos depicted a significant police presence, with officers seen running toward the shooter and civilians seeking cover. The scene was characterized by numerous police vehicles and the sound of sirens.
🚨#BREAKING: A massive response is underway as officers respond to an active shooter with an assault rifle with hundreds of people sheltering in place
At this time, numerous NYPD units and emergency officials are responding to an active shooter situation… pic.twitter.com/MC8sr6b1W1
— R A W S A L E R T S (@rawsalerts) July 28, 2025
The skyscraper at 345 Park Avenue houses prominent tenants including Blackstone, KPMG, J.P. Morgan, and the NFL.
Reports indicate the shooter entered the building with an assault rifle and a bulletproof vest. The suspect reportedly barricaded himself on the 32nd floor. It remains unclear whether the shooting occurred inside or outside the building.
Footage circulating online showed NYPD officers administering chest compressions to an individual on the street.
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MIDTOWN MANHATTAN East 52nd Street (Park Avenue and Lexington Avenue) ACTIVE SHOOTER CONFIRMED!!! pic.twitter.com/F5wkNibt8q— 𝕬𝖑𝖑 𝖂𝖗𝖊𝖘𝖙𝖑𝖎𝖓𝖌 𝕽𝖊𝖕𝖔𝖗𝖙 (@AWR_WEEKLY) July 28, 2025
The FBI has confirmed that agents are responding to the scene to provide support.
Authorities have advised the public to avoid the area of East 52nd Street between Park Avenue and Lexington Avenue.
WHAT WE KNOW SO FAR — ACTIVE SHOOTER IN NYC 🚨🚨
•An active shooter incident is unfolding at 345 Park Avenue near East 52nd Street in Midtown Manhattan.
•The suspect, described as a Middle Eastern man wearing a bulletproof vest, reportedly opened fire on police from the 32nd… pic.twitter.com/IPosFLlVYx
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This is a developing story.
