Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the tragic shooting incident in Manhattan, which resulted in five deaths, including the shooter, and highlights the underlying issues related to American football, particularly the health risks associated with Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) and the NFL's negligence in addressing these concerns [4][12][22]. Group 1: Incident Overview - The shooting occurred on July 29 in Manhattan, where a gunman opened fire in the lobby of a building housing Blackstone Group and the NFL headquarters, resulting in five fatalities and six injuries [6][12]. - The shooter, identified as Shane Devon Tamura, had a history of mental health issues and was motivated by his belief that the NFL was responsible for his suffering due to CTE, a condition linked to repeated head injuries [15][17][18]. Group 2: NFL and Health Risks - The NFL is the most profitable sports league globally, with a revenue of $23 billion, significantly surpassing other leagues like the English Premier League, which has a revenue of $8.5 billion [23]. - Despite the NFL's financial success, the league has faced criticism for its handling of player health, particularly regarding the long-term effects of concussions and CTE, which affects a staggering 91.75% of former players studied [36]. - The NFL has been accused of downplaying the risks associated with football and failing to implement adequate safety measures, leading to a growing public concern about the sport's dangers [31][32]. Group 3: CTE and Its Implications - CTE is a degenerative brain disease caused by repeated head trauma, leading to severe cognitive and emotional issues, and has been linked to numerous cases of suicide and violent behavior among former players [20][38]. - The article highlights the tragic stories of former NFL players who suffered from CTE, emphasizing the need for further research and accountability from the NFL regarding player safety [20][38]. - The NFL has made some reforms in response to public pressure and legal challenges, but the effectiveness of these measures remains in question as incidents of concussions continue to occur [34][36].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses a tragic shooting incident in Manhattan, highlighting the underlying issues related to American football, particularly the health risks associated with the sport and the negligence of the NFL regarding player safety [2][23]. Group 1: Incident Overview - The shooting occurred on July 29 in Manhattan, resulting in five deaths, including the shooter, and six injuries, marking it as the deadliest shooting in New York City in 25 years [12][22]. - The shooter, Shane Devon Tamura, targeted the NFL headquarters, believing the league was responsible for his chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) due to his experiences in American football [18][20]. - Tamura's actions were premeditated, as he traveled over 4,000 kilometers across the U.S. to carry out the attack, armed with multiple firearms [18][16]. Group 2: NFL and Health Risks - The NFL is the most profitable sports league globally, with total revenues reaching $23 billion, significantly surpassing other sports leagues [25][26]. - Despite the league's financial success, it has faced criticism for its handling of player health and safety, particularly concerning the long-term effects of head injuries and CTE [27][36]. - CTE has been linked to numerous health issues, including memory loss, depression, and impulsive behavior, affecting a significant percentage of former NFL players [41][42]. Group 3: Historical Context of American Football - American football has a long history of health risks, with early players suffering severe injuries and fatalities due to a lack of protective equipment [29][31]. - The introduction of better helmet technology in the 1970s reduced acute injuries, but did not eliminate the risk of CTE, which is caused by repeated head trauma [31][34]. - The NFL has faced ongoing scrutiny and legal challenges regarding its acknowledgment of the risks associated with the sport, particularly after high-profile cases of former players suffering from CTE [38][40].

枪击案亲历者杰西卡在接受媒体采访时描述了惊魂一幕。她表示："事发时，我正在二楼与上百人一同观看演讲。突然间一楼传来密集的枪声，有的人立刻 冲进房间，有的人从后门跑到街上。其他人，包括我，跑进会议室后用桌子堵住门，然后待在那里不敢动弹。"事发后，警方迅速封锁现场，纽约市长埃里 克·亚当斯紧急发声，警告居民避开案件所在区域。纽约市警察局也敦促民众远离公园大道和列克星敦大道等地。 28日晚，纽约市警察局长杰茜卡·蒂施召开新闻发布会，公布案件初步调查结果。蒂施表示："此案应为单人作案，嫌疑人名为沙恩·田村，是一名来自拉斯维 加斯的27岁男子，有心理疾病史。他先在大楼大堂开枪，随后乘坐电梯上到33楼继续射击，在造成多人伤亡后最终选择开枪自杀。"报道称，警方还在田村 的车里发现一个步枪枪盒、一支手枪和弹药。 CNN最新消息显示，有知情人士透露，田村曾是一名橄榄球运动员。警方在其口袋内发现了遗书。他声称自己患有慢性创伤性脑病（CTE），并要求对自己 的大脑进行研究。他还写道："你不能与NFL对抗，他们会压垮你。"当地官员称，警方正在深入调查，试图确定这是否是田村将NFL所在的公园大道大楼选 为袭击目标的原因。另据NFL主席 ...