UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson Fatally Shot in Manhattan

Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was shot and killed in a targeted attack outside the New York Hilton Midtown while heading to an investor conference. The incident occurred shortly before 7 a.m., with police stating that the assailant appeared to have been lying in wait before shooting Thompson multiple times in the back and leg. The shooter, described as a light-skinned male wearing a face mask and a light-colored jacket, fled on an e-bike towards Central Park after the attack. Despite immediate medical attention, Thompson succumbed to his injuries. The motive for the attack remains unclear, although Thompson's wife indicated he had received threats prior to the incident. New York City authorities are actively investigating and have offered a $10,000 reward for information leading to the suspect's arrest.