Crime
26-year-old Julia Hyman Killed in Midtown Manhattan Mass Shooting
NEW YORK, NY — Julia Hyman, a 26-year-old associate at Rudin Management and a 2020 graduate of Cornell University, has been identified as one of the four victims killed in Monday evening’s mass shooting at a Midtown Manhattan office tower.
Hyman was employed by Rudin Management, the real estate firm that owns 345 Park Avenue, the site of the shooting.
According to her LinkedIn profile, she held an associate position with the company.
In a statement, the Rudin family expressed their sorrow over the tragic event:
“The Rudin family and everyone at our company are devastated by yesterday’s senseless tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with those injured and lost last night, including our cherished Rudin colleague, a brave New York City police officer, a beloved lobby security guard, and an employee at a tenant firm.”
The family also extended their gratitude to emergency personnel, including the NYPD, FBI, EMS, and other first responders for their swift and courageous response.
“We also thank the Mayor and Police Commissioner for their leadership. The building will remain closed today as the authorities continue their investigations. As New Yorkers, we stand shoulder to shoulder in the face of this hatred, we grieve with the families and loved ones of those lost, and we pray for the full recovery of those injured.”
Earlier the same day, financial firm Blackstone confirmed that one of their top executives, 41-year-old Wesley LePatner, was also among those killed.
LePatner served as the Global Head of Core+ Real Estate and CEO of the Blackstone Real Estate Income Trust (BREIT).
The shooting also claimed the life of NYPD Officer Didarul Islam and one additional victim, whose identity has not yet been publicly released.
The assailant, identified as 27-year-old Shane Tamura of Las Vegas, opened fire in the building’s lobby and later on the 33rd floor before taking his own life.
Authorities continue to investigate the motive behind the attack.
CHICAGO — A 37-year-old Chicago photographer was fatally shot Sunday night in the West Pullman neighborhood, according to the Chicago Police Department.
The victim was identified as Troy Hollingsworth, owner of PolaBear Red Filmz.
Police said Hollingsworth was seated inside his Nissan Maxima in the 100 block of East 118th Place at approximately 9:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 18, when an unknown individual opened fire.
Hollingsworth was struck multiple times and was pronounced dead at the scene, authorities confirmed.
At this time, no suspects are in custody, and detectives are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Additional details have not been released as the investigation remains ongoing.