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"Heartbroken" Reaction to Mass Shooting in Manhattan

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— 2 min read

Representative Hakeem Jeffries from the United States House of Representatives expressed deep sadness and concern over the tragic events in Manhattan, where a 27-year-old man stormed a skyscraper, killing four people, including a New York City Police Department (NYPD) officer, and an unarmed security officer, Aland Etienne. Etienne, 46, was a Haitian-American security officer who worked for the McLane Security firm. The attacker, identified as Shane Tamura of Las Vegas, shot himself dead after opening fire.

Jeffries described Etienne as a "proud member" of local labor union 32BJ SEIU, a devoted father of two, and a beloved son. He praised Etienne's dedication to his work, saying he will be remembered as "a kind soul who touched the hearts of all those who had the privilege to know him." The Democratic leader also highlighted the importance of recognizing the sacrifices made by security guards, who work under intense circumstances with limited resources. "Aland put his life on the line and faithfully showed up to work to protect the employees and visitors at 345 Park Avenue," Jeffries said. "Our city is forever indebted to him."

Other officials, including Mayor Eric Adams and State Assemblymembers Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn and Monique Chandler-Waterman, expressed their condolences and called for decisive action to address the gun violence epidemic. They emphasized the need to challenge policies and laws that make such tragedies more frequent, strengthen access to mental health support, and prioritize public safety in every space.

Key Takeaways:

  • Aland Etienne, a 46-year-old Haitian-American security officer, was among the victims in Monday's mass shooting in Midtown Manhattan.
  • Etienne was an unarmed security officer working for the McLane Security firm and a proud member of local labor union 32BJ SEIU.
  • The attacker, 27-year-old Shane Tamura of Las Vegas, shot himself dead after opening fire in a building where the American football league has its headquarters.
  • Representative Hakeem Jeffries described Etienne as a "kind soul who touched the hearts of all those who had the privilege to know him."
  • Other officials, including Mayor Eric Adams and State Assemblymembers Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn and Monique Chandler-Waterman, expressed their condolences and called for decisive action to address the gun violence epidemic.
  • The incident highlights the need to prioritize public safety in every space, including workplaces.
  • The officials emphasized the importance of challenging policies and laws that make such tragedies more frequent and strengthening access to mental health support.
  • Members of the 67th Precinct Clergy Council in Brooklyn, popularly known as "The GodSquad," a faith-based organization dedicated to ending gun violence, also expressed their condolences and commitment to working hand-in-hand with the NYPD and community leaders to build safer streets.

Statistics:

  • Four people were killed in Monday's mass shooting in Midtown Manhattan, including NYPD Officer Didarul Islam and Aland Etienne.
  • The attacker, Shane Tamura, was 27 years old and from Las Vegas.
  • Aland Etienne was 46 years old and a Haitian-American security officer.
  • The shooting occurred at 345 Park Avenue in Manhattan, a building that serves as the headquarters of the American football league.
  • The incident highlights the devastating impact of gun violence on communities and the need for decisive action to address this ongoing crisis.

Sources:

  • Caribbean Media Corporation (CMC)
  • Mayor Eric Adams
  • Representative Hakeem Jeffries
  • State Assemblymember Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn
  • State Assemblymember Monique Chandler-Waterman
  • Members of the 67th Precinct Clergy Council in Brooklyn (The GodSquad)

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