New York Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani has sparked outrage after posting a controversial tweet attacking the NYPD in the wake of a deadly skyscraper shooting in Manhattan. The incident, which left one dead and another injured, has drawn sharp criticism towards Mamdani for his perceived insensitivity.
Controversial Remarks Amid Tragedy
Mamdani, a self-described democratic socialist, took to social media to accuse the NYPD of being "armed gangs" just hours after 22-year-old Shane Tamura allegedly opened fire in a Midtown office building. The timing and tone of his remarks have been condemned by both political opponents and members of the public.
Victims and Aftermath
The shooting claimed the life of a 37-year-old man and left a 33-year-old woman critically injured. Police sources indicate Tamura, who later died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, had been fired from his job at the building earlier that day.
Political Fallout
Mamdani's tweet has intensified ongoing debates about police reform in New York City. While some progressive allies have defended his right to criticise law enforcement, others argue such rhetoric is dangerous following violent incidents.
The assemblyman's office has yet to respond to requests for comment regarding the growing controversy surrounding his social media post.
