Cryptic Messages Discovered on Bullet Casings Linked to CEO Brian Thompson's Murder
Investigation into the Shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson
Source: NPR
Incident Overview
- UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was fatally shot outside a Manhattan hotel on December 4, 2024.
- Shell casings inscribed with the words "deny," "defend," and "depose" were found at the scene, echoing themes from a book about insurance claims.
- The New York Police Department (NYPD) has deemed this a premeditated, targeted attack.
Details of the Shooting
- Thompson was shot while arriving for an investor conference.
- The suspect approached him from behind and fired multiple shots, hitting Thompson in the back and calf.
- The gun jammed during the shooting, but the suspect managed to continue firing before fleeing on a bicycle.
Search for the Shooter
- The NYPD has released images of a person of interest in connection with the shooting.
- A $10,000 reward is offered for information leading to the arrest of the suspect.
- Surveillance footage shows the suspect entering Central Park following the incident.
Thompson's Background
- Brian Thompson, aged 50, was a respected leader in the healthcare industry, joining UnitedHealth Group in 2004.
- He held various leadership roles before becoming CEO in 2021.
- Thompson was remembered as a dedicated professional and a family man.
Current Status and Motive
- The motive for the shooting remains unclear. Thompson’s wife mentioned he had received threats prior to the incident.
- The investigation is ongoing, with authorities piecing together the circumstances surrounding the attack.
