Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was shot and killed outside his Manhattan hotel on Wednesday morning. Thompson was on his way to UnitedHealth Group's investor day when he was attacked.
The suspect, who has not been identified, shot Thompson in the chest and leg. Thompson was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
The police are investigating the shooting. They have not yet released any information about the suspect or the motive for the attack.
Thompson was a well-respected leader in the healthcare industry. He had been with UnitedHealthcare for more than 20 years, and he had served as CEO since 2021.
Thompson's death has shocked the healthcare community. He was a visionary leader who was committed to improving the health of Americans. His death is a tragic loss for UnitedHealth Group and for the entire healthcare industry.
In a statement, UnitedHealth Group said that it is "deeply saddened" by Thompson's death.
"Brian was a remarkable leader who was passionate about making a difference in the lives of others," the statement said. "He will be deeply missed by everyone who knew him."
Thompson's death is a reminder of the importance of gun violence prevention. Every day, people are killed or injured in shootings in the United States. We must do more to prevent these senseless tragedies.