What we know about the Midtown Manhattan shooting suspect

Sources told FOX 5 NY that at least six people were shot—one of them a police officer—after gunfire broke out in Midtown Manhattan on Monday afternoon, triggering a massive law enforcement response outside a high-rise building that houses the NFL’s New York offices and Blackstone’s headquarters.

NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch confirmed in a post on X that the “scene has been contained and the lone shooter has been neutralized.” Officials have not yet released the suspect’s name or condition

How the Midtown Manhattan shooting unfolded

What we know:

The shooting took place near Park Avenue and East 51st Street. NYPD and Sheriff’s Department officers were seen responding in tactical gear, with weapons drawn. A FOX 5 NY employee at the scene captured video of officers carrying one person and tending to another lying on the ground.

Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots from within the building. Sources told FOX 5 NY that the alleged shooter was carrying an AR-15-style rifle.

Emergency alerts warned of traffic disruptions, and the surrounding area was placed on lockdown as officers secured the scene.

What we don’t know:

While officials have confirmed that the shooter has been neutralized, several details remain unclear:

• The suspect’s identity and background have not been released.
• The conditions of the six shooting victims, including the injured officer, are still unknown.
• Police have not confirmed a motive or whether the attack targeted a specific location or individuals.

Law enforcement is expected to provide further updates as the investigation continues.

Mayor Eric Adams posted an update on X Monday evening, confirming he had been briefed on the situation and thanking first responders for their rapid actions.