A shooting in Midtown Manhattan resulted in the deaths of five people, including a police officer and the suspected gunman, Shane Tamura. The incident occurred inside an office building, reportedly housing Blackstone investment company, causing widespread panic as the shooter moved floor by floor. Police have contained the scene, confirming the shooter is dead, while investigations are underway.
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