A shocking video captured the chilling moment UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was gunned down outside the Hilton Hotel in midtown Manhattan.
The footage shows a masked assailant in a black hoodie calmly approaching Thompson from behind before firing several shots at close range. Despite his attempts to flee, Thompson succumbed to his injuries as the shooter struggled with a jammed firearm and fired again.
Witnesses described the assailant as a white male dressed in black, who fled the scene on a bike into Central Park. The New York Police Department is actively pursuing leads, including surveillance footage showing the suspect at a nearby Starbucks and reportedly staking out the area overnight before the attack.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul expressed condolences and assured support for the investigation, as Crime Stoppers announced a $10,000 reward for information leading to an arrest. Thompson’s grieving wife, Paulette, described him as a devoted husband, father, and leader, requesting privacy as their family mourns. The incident has sparked widespread concern, with authorities and the public calling for swift justice. The NYPD continues to seek tips and evidence to apprehend the suspect, who remains at large.
Footage of United Health CEO Brian Thompson being assassinated has been released. Clearly a hit job.
Shooter is a pro using a suppressed weapon. pic.twitter.com/OvzDXxuoiV
— Rob Stone (@TheStoneRL) December 4, 2024
The CEO of insurance giant UnitedHealthcare, Brian Thompson, who was fatally gunned down in Manhattan today, was under DOJ investigation.
Was he about to take a plea deal and reveal all about congressional favors that gained them their monopoly?
Someone check on Nancy Pelosi. pic.twitter.com/BAKHomedGf
— TaraBull (@TaraBull808) December 4, 2024
He was allegedly involved in insider trading and fraud as well.
Strong possibility he was gunned down because of who and what he knew.
Democrats lost control, probably more “silencing” to come.
If a lone gunman he’ll probably be identified/caught. If hired gun, he’s probably already deceased, no loose strings are allowed.