29 Jul 2025, 17:44
Trump commented on the mass shooting in New York
- Four people were killed as a result of the mass shooting in New York.
- Police officer Dedarul Islam was killed while attempting to stop the shooter.
- President Trump and Mayor Adams expressed their condolences to the victims' families.
On July 29, 2025, a mass shooting occurred in New York, resulting in the deaths of four people, including New York police officer Dedarul Islam. President Donald Trump characterized the shooting as "a divine tragedy" with documented issues of mental health.
The shooter, 27-year-old Shane T., opened fire in the lobby of an office building where the headquarters of the National Football League (NFL) and other companies are located. New York Mayor Eric Adams stated that the shooter intended to target the NFL through his personal beliefs related to his mental health.
Officer Islam, who was killed, was on duty at the time of the incident, working in security. He left behind a pregnant girlfriend and two young sons. Mayor Adams and Police Commissioner Jessica Tish praised his bravery and called him a hero.
Trump also expressed his condolences to the victims' families, emphasizing the need to understand the reasons behind such violence. At that time, Adams stated that access to firearms is a serious problem in the country, which contributes to violence.
The mass shooting sparked widespread outrage in society, and there were calls for a reduction of firearms in the city as a sign of honoring the memory of the victims.
Tags: USA/Crime