NYC Shooting: Shooter's Past, Survivor Accounts, and Memorials
The Manhattan shooter, Shane Tamura, had a history of mental health issues and previous arrests but was still able to legally obtain firearms, raising concerns about gaps in background check systems and the regulation of private gun sales, especially in states like Nevada with more permissive laws. The case highlights ongoing debates over mental health data sharing, gun law enforcement, and the need for stricter national firearm regulations.