Brian Thompson Obituary, Death – Brian Thompson, the CEO of United Healthcare, was tragically shot and killed early Wednesday morning near a hotel in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. According to police sources, the shooting occurred just before 7 a.m. near the New York Hilton, located on Sixth Avenue between 53rd and 54th Streets.
Thompson, 50, who was originally from Minnesota, was struck in the chest by the gunfire. Despite being rushed to Mount Sinai West Hospital, he was later pronounced dead from his injuries. Authorities believe the shooting was targeted, though they have not yet determined the motive behind the attack.
At the time of the shooting, Thompson was not staying at the Hilton, but was in the city to attend an investors conference. His schedule was reportedly well-known, which may have made him a more identifiable target. Sources noted that he was in the area when the shooting occurred.
One witness, Amar Abdelmula, a driver who was present at the scene, described hearing the shot but not noticing much noise due to the use of a silenced weapon. Abdelmula mentioned that he briefly saw the shooter, a man wearing a ski mask, running across the street after firing the shot. He attempted to take a photo of the suspect but was too far away to capture a clear image.
The gunman, described as a tall, skinny man wearing all black, fled the scene and ran down an alleyway near West 55th Street, where he disappeared. Police are still searching for the suspect, who remains at large. Abdelmula expressed shock and fear, saying it was the first time he had witnessed a crime and that he was afraid he might be targeted next.
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the motive behind the attack and track down the suspect. The description of the gunman, who stands about 6-foot-1, is being used in the search effort.
