Moment of Silence for NYPD Officer
The New York Yankees observed a moment of silence before their game against the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday in memory of NYPD officer Didalur Islam, who was tragically killed in a recent shooting incident in Midtown.
“Before tonight’s game, we honored Didalur Islam, a dedicated NYPD officer who was fatally shot yesterday,” the Yankees shared on X. The incident occurred in a high-rise office building that was the scene of mass shootings, which left five people dead, including Islam. It appears that the assailants set a fire in the building before taking their own lives.
The office tower is situated at 52nd Avenue and Park Avenue in Manhattan, close to Yankee Stadium. “The Yankees organization is deeply saddened by the loss of Didalur and extends condolences to the families of all the victims of this senseless act of violence,” the statement concluded.
On the night of the game, the Yankees faced the Rays but were behind 3-0 after three innings. Flags at government buildings across the city were flown at half-mast in tribute to Islam, as confirmed by New York Mayor Eric Adams.
This building is also home to the NFL headquarters. In a memo, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announced that at least one NFL employee was “seriously injured” but is now in stable condition. He expressed gratitude towards Islam for his sacrifice.
“We appreciate the quick and decisive actions of the law enforcement officers who responded to this threat, especially those who lost their lives while trying to protect others,” Goodell wrote in the memo.
Islam, 36, had been a rising figure in the force for about four years. He leaves behind a wife and two young sons, with a third child on the way, as noted by NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tish.
Assigned to District 47 in the Bronx, Islam was one of two officers present in the building during the shooting. The NYPD remarked that he represented the best of their department.
“In the short time he had, he was there to protect New Yorkers from danger,” the NYPD added. “During this time of deep pain, we will honor his legacy forever.”
