WATCH UNITEDHEALTHCARE CEO BRIAN THOMPSON SHOT AND KILLED IN BRAZEN ATTACK
Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was tragically shot and killed in a brazen attack outside the New York Hilton Midtown hotel on December 4, 2024. Thompson, 50, was in New York for an annual United Healthcare investors meeting when the incident occurred.
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DETAILS OF THE ATTACK
According to eyewitnesses, the gunman, dressed in black, apparently knew which door Thompson was going to enter and shot him several times from a few feet away before fleeing by bicycle. Thompson was taken to Mount Sinai West hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
“It was like something out of a movie,” said one eyewitness. “The gunman was so calm and collected, it was like he had planned the whole thing out.”
INVESTIGATION UNDERWAY
The attack was intentional, according to the New York City Police Department, and an investigation is currently underway. Police are reviewing security footage and interviewing witnesses to identify the suspect and determine a motive for the attack.
“We are shocked and saddened by the tragic death of Brian Thompson,” said a spokesperson for the NYPD. “We are working tirelessly to identify the suspect and bring them to justice.”
TRIBUTES POUR IN FOR THOMPSON
Thompson’s death has sent shockwaves through the business community, and he will be remembered for his leadership and contributions to the healthcare industry.
“Brian was a visionary leader who dedicated his career to improving the healthcare system,” said a spokesperson for UnitedHealthcare. “He will be deeply missed by his colleagues and the entire healthcare community.”
Thompson is survived by his wife and two children. A memorial service will be held in his honor at a later date.
SECURITY MEASURES UNDER REVIEW
The attack has raised concerns about the security measures in place at the New York Hilton Midtown hotel. The hotel has released a statement saying that they are cooperating fully with the investigation and reviewing their security protocols to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The incident has also sparked a wider conversation about gun violence and public safety in the United States.
