NYPD Seeks Suspect in CEO's Shooting Death

Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was fatally shot by a masked assailant outside the Hilton Hotel in Manhattan around 6:45 AM as he was arriving for an investor meeting. The shooter, described as a white male in a cream-colored jacket and black mask, shot Thompson at point-blank range before fleeing on a bicycle. Witnesses reported that the gunman appeared to anticipate Thompson's movements, raising suspicions of a targeted attack. Despite immediate medical attention, Thompson was pronounced dead shortly after being rushed to Mount Sinai Hospital. He was set to announce UnitedHealthcare's promising 2025 financial outlook, projecting revenues over $450 billion. The NYPD has launched a manhunt for the suspect and is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to his capture.