Fatal Shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson

SOURCE www.npr.org
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was fatally shot outside a Manhattan hotel. Shell casings with cryptic words found at the scene. Shooter approached Thompson from behind, fired multiple shots, and fled on foot. Motive still unknown. Thompson was a husband, father, and highly respected colleague. Police are offering a reward for information leading to an arrest.

Key Points

  • Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was fatally shot outside a Manhattan hotel
  • Shell casings with cryptic words found at the scene linked to a 2010 book title
  • Shooter approached Thompson from behind, fired multiple shots, and fled on foot
  • Thompson's motive for the shooting is still unknown
  • Thompson was a husband, father, and highly respected colleague
  • Police offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to an arrest