Police in Las Vegas unveil video evidence depicting the emotional breakdowns of New York City gunman Shane Tamura, as he wrestled with suicidal thoughts.
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) has released a trove of public records related to Shane Tamura, the man responsible for a deadly mass shooting in a Manhattan skyscraper on July 28, 2025. The release of these records, which includes body camera footage, 911 calls, and documents relating to incidents involving Tamura, comes in response to public interest and transparency following the shooting [1][3][4].
Tamura, a longtime Las Vegas resident who previously worked for Caesars Entertainment, had a history of mental health struggles, police interactions, and criminal behavior. The records provide details on two separate interventions officers made regarding Tamura's mental health crises. The first intervention occurred in September 2022, with an application for emergency admission to a mental health facility detailing that Tamura was feeling suicidal as a result of family issues [1][3].
In September 2023, Tamura was arrested for trespassing at Red Rock Resorts. A year later, in 2024, he was cited for driving without a valid license during a traffic stop. There were also multiple incidents connected to threats of self-harm and calls from his mother concerned about his mental state [1][3].
An emergency petition was filed in 2022 to commit him to a mental health facility due to his mental health crisis and possession of a firearm. However, the details surrounding this petition are not fully disclosed in the released records [1][3].
The second incident mentioned by the officer occurred in August 2024, and the officer believed Tamura could cause serious injury to himself or death if left alone. The 911 caller stated that Tamura was under a doctor's care for depression, sports concussions, chronic migraine, and insomnia [1][3].
Interestingly, the assault rifle used in the fatal shooting was sold to Tamura by his boss at the Horseshoe Las Vegas for $1,400 [1][3]. It's worth noting that the LVMPD doesn't have jurisdiction in the case, but they released the records due to Tamura’s history in Las Vegas.
The release of these records is unusual due to privacy protections, but was done in response to the "extraordinary circumstances" surrounding Tamura's actions in New York City [1][3]. Many people on social media have questioned how Tamura was allowed to work in security despite his mental health episodes.
As the investigation into the New York City shooting continues, these records offer valuable insights into Tamura's background and potential warning signs.
[1] Las Vegas Review-Journal [3] KTNV Channel 13 Action News [4] New York Post
- Despite his history of mental health struggles, criminal behavior, and incidents of self-harm, Shane Tamura previously held a job in the workplace-wellness sector at Caesars Entertainment.
- In the world of general news, there's growing debate on whether employers should prioritize the health-and-wellness of their employees, particularly pertaining to mental health issues, as revealed by Tamura's case.
- The release of records related to Tamura's interactions with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department has sparked discussions in crime-and-justice circles about responsibility and accountability in preventing workplace violence.
- The sports world is also expressing interest in the released records due to Tamura's alleged issues with sports concussions, chronic migraine, and insomnia, drawing a correlation between health issues and sports-betting behavior or performance.
