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Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Emotional video: NYPD bids final goodbye to Didarul Islam, cop killed by Shane Tamura in Midtown shooting
The NYPD shared a video documenting their final goodbye for Officer Didarul Islam, who was among those killed after Shane Tamura, a 27-year-old Nevada man, walked into a Manhattan building with a rifle and opened fire. NYPD pays tribute to Didarul Islam, killed by Shane Tamura during a shooting in Midtown Manhattan. (X/@NYPDnews) 'Last night, we stood shoulder to shoulder for the dignified transfer of Police Officer Didarul Islam. A husband, a father, a son. He leaves behind a city in grief,' NYPD wrote, adding, 'Officer Islam died as he lived: a hero.' Who was Didarul Islam? The 36-year-old Bangladeshi immigrant was a veteran on the force. He was a father of two with a baby on the way - his wife is eight months pregnant. Mayor Eric Adams hailed him as a 'true blue New Yorker,' while NYPD commissioner Jessica Tisch said he made the 'ultimate sacrifice.' He was assigned to the 47th precinct. Social media mourns slain cop: An individual remarked, 'I'm sorry for your loss! He was a true American hero and one of its finest! May his memory be a blessing!' Another expressed, 'Sincerest condolences to the NYPD and Officer Islam's family.' A third posted, 'Heartbreaking! May he rest in peace!' A fourth wrote, 'May God bless NYPD Officer Didarul Islam & his family for their heroic service to protect all New Yorkers. God Bless the NYPD; the finest force in the nation. Being a proud daughter of an NYPD SVU Detective, my heart is crushed for the Blue. God bless the innocent victims & their families. There are no other words to say at this time except that I am so sorry.' New York governor pays tribute: Kathy Hochul, in a statement, said, 'The violence we witnessed at the hands of this individual is sickening, unacceptable, and it must stop here.' The governor added, 'An attack on one of us is an attack on all of us, and we must confront this violence head-on. My heart is with our neighbors in Manhattan, the victims and their families -- as well as the brave men and women of the NYPD.'
Cedar News
3 days ago
- Cedar News
NYPD officer killed in Manhattan mass shooting identified as Didarul Islam
NYPD officer killed in Manhattan mass shooting identified as Didarul Islam NYPDnews: Police Officer Didarul Islam represented the very best of our department. He was protecting New Yorkers from danger when his life was tragically cut short today. We join in prayer during this time of incomprehensible pain. We will forever honor his legacy.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
NYC mass shooting: Who was Didarul Islam, Bangladesh-origin police officer killed in Manhattan office tower gunfire?
A man with a rifle killed four people at a New York City office tower on Monday, including an off-duty police officer, and injured another person before killing himself, officials confirmed. The officer who died was Didarul Islam, aged 36. He had moved from Bangladesh and served in the New York Police Department (NYPD) for three and a half years. Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch called him a hero and said, 'He died as he lived. A hero.' Islam was married, had two young sons, and his wife is currently pregnant with their third child. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Artificial Intelligence Product Management Healthcare Project Management Data Science Others Management Degree Public Policy Technology MCA Data Science CXO others MBA Leadership healthcare Operations Management Data Analytics Design Thinking Digital Marketing Finance PGDM Skills you'll gain: Duration: 7 Months S P Jain Institute of Management and Research CERT-SPJIMR Exec Cert Prog in AI for Biz India Starts on undefined Get Details The attacker has been identified as Shane Tamura, a man from Las Vegas. He had a known history of mental health issues, but the exact reason behind the attack is still unclear, Tisch said. Authorities are still investigating why he chose this particular building. — NYPDnews (@NYPDnews) How the Attack Happened Surveillance footage shows Tamura getting out of a BMW with an M4 rifle. He shot Officer Islam as soon as he entered the building, then opened fire on a woman who tried to hide. He continued firing into the lobby, hitting several people. Live Events Tamura then took a lift to the 33rd floor, where he entered a real estate office and shot another person dead. He walked down a hallway and then shot himself, police said. In his car, police found a rifle case, a revolver, magazines, and extra ammunition. One man is still in critical condition following the attack, Mayor Eric Adams said, adding that 'five innocent people were shot' along with the shooter. Eyewitness Accounts Jessica Chen, who was on the second floor attending a presentation, told ABC News that she heard several gunshots in quick succession. She and others hid inside a conference room and used tables to block the door. 'We were really scared,' she said. 'I texted my parents to tell them I love them.' Local television showed people evacuating the building with their hands above their heads. The office tower is located on Park Avenue and houses several major firms including Blackstone, and the Consulate General of Ireland. Extra Security Commissioner Tisch mentioned that two NYPD officers were working at the building as part of a private detail — a programme where businesses can hire uniformed officers for added security. Nearby workers said they heard a loud noise and saw people running. 'It was like crowd panic,' said Anna Smith, who had been picking up dinner. Many took shelter in nearby buildings until the situation was under control. The area around the building was closed off, and the city issued alerts for traffic delays and transport disruptions. Despite this tragedy, officials said that up to late July, New York City is on track to record its lowest number of murders and gun violence injuries in decades. Inputs from agencies
New York Post
03-07-2025
- Politics
- New York Post
NYPD asks feds for OK to take down ‘dangerous' drones
The NYPD wants the green light from the feds to take down 'dangerous' drones hovering over the Big Apple skies – especially during major events in the city. 4 Tisch made the case for federal approval Wednesday. X/NYPDnews The department is banned from shooting down or incapacitating drones and has to rely on federal enforcement agencies to deal with them — even as their use has exploded in recent years, NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said. Advertisement 'As we've seen in Ukraine, in the Middle East and even along our border, the threats posed by weaponized drones are real and growing,' she said during a Fourth of July security briefing Wednesday.. 'However, in 2025 the NYPD still does not have authority to take down nefarious drones ourselves. 'We are forced to rely on our federal partners to intercept and mitigate any threats that they pose to our city. Simply put, we need the ability to take down dangerous drones ourselves.' 4 The threat of drones has grown in recent years, officials said. Advertisement She urged Congress to pass legislation that would give the NYPD the ability to handle drones on its own turf, though Rebecca Weiner, a top NYPD official focused on combating terrorism, said the White House might soon give some local department's permission through an executive order. 4 An executive order could be key for NYPD authorization. Getty Images 'White House executive orders dating back to June 6 that have been published hopefully, with federal government participation, give certain state and locals we hope, including NYPD this capability,' said the deputy commissioner for intelligence and counterterrorism. Authorities can take down drones by jamming their signals, using net guns and even shooting them down when all else fails. But as of now local agencies don't have the authority to take action on the devices. Advertisement An executive order from President Trump last month doesn't approve local departments to mitigate drone threats, but does put together a task force that will review operations and regulatory frameworks to better handle threats from unmanned devices. The White House didn't immediately respond to a request for comment Thursday. Weiner said a slew of agencies, including the FBI, will be on hand for Independence Day festivities and can take down drones. 4 The NYPD uses drones to police major events and protests. REUTERS Advertisement NYPD officials made clear there are no credible threats against the city Friday as thousands of cops will be on patrol and significant road, bridge and train shutdowns are planned leading up to the annual Macy's fireworks show. 'We continue to operate in a heightened threat environment due to tensions overseas and across the country, and as has been reported on,' Tisch said, 'the NYPD and our federal partners are closely monitoring the threat from Lone Wolf actors who are motivated by world events.' While the NYPD can't take down drones, it relies on them for surveillance during major celebrations or protests.
News18
22-06-2025
- Politics
- News18
Major US Cities On High Alert After Airstrikes On Iran's Nuclear Facilities
Last Updated: The United States and Israel are on high alert after Trump announced airstrikes targeting three Iranian nuclear facilities, marking a dramatic escalation in tensions. Authorities in major US cities, including New York and Washington, are on high alert after the US conducted airstrikes targeting three Iranian nuclear facilities, in a sharp turning point in Middle East tensions. The New York Police Department said it was tracking the situation unfolding in Iran. 'Out of an abundance of caution, we're deploying additional resources to religious, cultural, and diplomatic sites across NYC and coordinating with our federal partners. We'll continue to monitor for any potential impact to NYC." We're tracking the situation unfolding in Iran. Out of an abundance of caution, we're deploying additional resources to religious, cultural, and diplomatic sites across NYC and coordinating with our federal partners. We'll continue to monitor for any potential impact to NYC.— NYPD NEWS (@NYPDnews) June 22, 2025 The Metropolitan Police Department also released a statement, saying it is 'actively coordinating" with 'local, state, and federal law enforcement partners to share information and monitor intelligence in order to help safeguard residents, businesses, and visitors in the District of Columbia." The MPD said it will increase its presence near religious institutions across the city. FOLLOW LIVE UPDATES US President Donald Trump announced that the American military conducted a 'successful attack" on Iran's nuclear facilities in Fordow, Isfahan and Natanz, calling it a 'historic" moment for Israel and the world. He also warned Iran that any response would be met with overwhelming force. He said the US airstrikes on early Sunday had 'completely and totally obliterated" Iran's main nuclear enrichment facilities. 'Iran, the bully of the Middle East, must now make peace. If they do not, future attacks will be far greater, and a lot easier," he added. Meanwhile, Israel also raised the threat level in the country and closed its airspace to brace for possible retaliation from Iran. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his promise to destroy Iran's nuclear facilities had been 'fulfilled" following the strikes carried out 'in perfect coordination" between the Israeli and US militaries. (with agency inputs) First Published: June 22, 2025, 08:56 IST
