Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was shot and killed outside the Hilton hotel in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, on Wednesday morning, December 4.
According to Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch, the 50-year-old CEO was reportedly walking to UnitedHealthcare’s investor conference when an anonymous shooter approached him from behind and fired multiple bullets, striking him in the back and leg.
Thompson was pronounced dead by Mount Sinai West Hospital.
Police described the incident as a “premeditated, preplanned targeted attack,” according to NBC.
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The shooter waited for many minutes before shooting Thompson, who was wearing a blue suit, according to surveillance footage made public by NBC.
The assailant followed him and continued shooting as he fell.
Police claim that although the gun appeared to jam, it was unlocked before the shooter resumed his fire.
Officers discovered three discharged shell casings, three live 9 mm rounds, and a cell phone near the scene, according to Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny.
According to investigators, the rifle the shooter used had a silencer attached.
The man fled on foot, changed to a rented bike, and was last seen approaching Central Park.
The man was wearing black jeans and a hoodie, and the cops said he was carrying a gray rucksack.According to the police, the guy was carrying a gray backpack and was dressed in black jeans and a sweatshirt.
Police think Thompson was singled out on purpose, but the reason is still unknown.
Paulette, Thompson’s wife, raised more questions by mentioning that her husband had received threats.
“He said there were some people that had been threatening him,” she explained, adding, “Basically, I don’t know, a lack of coverage? I don’t know details.”
The family remains in mourning, remembering him as an “incredibly loving, generous, and talented man,” and has asked for privacy as they navigate this challenging period.
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