Wed Dec 04 17:05:09 UTC 2024: ## UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson Shot and Killed in Targeted Midtown Manhattan Attack
**New York, NY** – Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was fatally shot Wednesday morning in a brazen, targeted attack in Midtown Manhattan, police confirmed. The shooting occurred around 11 a.m. ET near West 53rd Street and 6th Avenue as Thompson was walking to the New York Hilton Midtown for his company’s annual investor conference.
According to NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch, the masked gunman lay in wait for approximately 10 minutes before firing multiple shots from about 20 feet away, striking Thompson. The suspect, who appeared to be using a silencer, then fled the scene on a bicycle, possibly heading into Central Park. No arrests have been made.
The NYPD is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect. Commissioner Tisch described the attack as “brazen” and “targeted,” emphasizing the department’s commitment to apprehending the perpetrator.
UnitedHealth Group, the parent company of UnitedHealthcare, immediately suspended its investor conference following the news. The company released a statement expressing profound sadness and shock at Thompson’s death, describing him as a highly respected colleague and friend. Tributes poured in from Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, Senator Amy Klobuchar, and Congressman Dean Phillips, highlighting the loss to the business and healthcare community.
The investigation is ongoing, and the NYPD is urging anyone with information to come forward. This is a developing story.
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