Thu Dec 05 22:22:51 UTC 2024: ## UnitedHealthcare CEO Gunned Down in Midtown Manhattan; Manhunt Underway
**New York, NY** – UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, 50, was fatally shot Wednesday morning while walking to the company’s annual investor conference in Midtown Manhattan. The brazen attack, captured on video surveillance, shows a masked gunman on a bicycle approaching Thompson from behind and firing multiple shots with a silenced weapon. The killer then escaped into Central Park.
The NYPD, utilizing drones, helicopters, and K-9 units, is conducting an intense manhunt, but the suspect remains at large. New York City Mayor Eric Adams expressed shock at the use of a silencer, stating it was unprecedented in his extensive law enforcement career. Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch confirmed the shooting was not random, noting the gunman’s apparent proficiency with firearms.
Police have released surveillance images of the suspect and are offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction. While a motive remains unclear, Thompson’s wife, Paulette, revealed he had recently reported receiving threats, possibly related to insurance coverage disputes.
Thompson, a highly respected executive with a $10.2 million annual compensation package, had been with UnitedHealth Group for two decades, leading the insurance division since 2021. He maintained a relatively low public profile compared to his colleagues. UnitedHealth Group released a statement expressing their grief and praising Thompson’s contributions to the company. The investigation is ongoing.
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