(FreePressBeacon.com) – In a shocking turn of events, UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was brutally killed in broad daylight outside a Midtown Manhattan hotel, likely by an assassin.
See a TV news report video on the assassination in the YouTube post below!
This ruthless attack symbolizes a disturbing breakdown of law and order.
Americans demand to know what could drive such a cold-blooded murder of a key healthcare leader.
Brian Thompson’s assassination occurred around 6:45 a.m. when he was walking to the UnitedHealth Group Investors Conference.
The suspect was waiting with chilling patience outside the New York Hilton Midtown hotel.
Surveillance footage shows the assailant shooting Thompson multiple times, striking him in the back and calf.
The gunman, described as wearing a jacket and a face mask, used a pistol with a silencer.
This raises serious questions about premeditation and sophistication.
Once the attack was complete, the shooter fled on foot, switching to a Citi Bike to escape towards Central Park.
Despite the early hour, they managed to evade capture.
The New York Police Department is in a full-scale pursuit of this brazen criminal. “Maple Grove investigators are in contact with the NYPD, who is leading the investigation,” said the Maple Grove Police Department.
“Further assistance will be provided if requested. No further information will be released at this time, for this is an ongoing investigation,” it added, cited by AP.
Authorities are offering a reward of up to $10,000 for any information leading to the suspect’s arrest.
This attack not only ended Thompson’s life but also disrupted a major UnitedHealth Group event, forcing it to end early and sending shock waves through the business community.
Marlene Thompson revealed that her husband had received threats potentially linked to his work in the insurance sector.
As the largest provider of Medicare Advantage plans in the U.S., UnitedHealthcare’s operations touch many lives, making it a critical part of our healthcare system.
UnitedHealthcare employees are understandably distraught, with flags at headquarters lowered to half-staff.
“We are deeply saddened and shocked at the passing of our dear friend and colleague Brian Thompson,” commented UnitedHealth Group Inc, cited by Fox 9.
Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch called this a “brazen targeted attack” and vowed, “We will not rest until we identify and apprehend the shooter in this case.”
The reward and rapid response demonstrate law enforcement’s commitment to solving this high-profile murder.
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