**Authorities are utilizing advanced technology and eyewitness accounts to hunt for the gunman responsible for the shocking killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.**
**Manhunt for Shooter of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson Intensifies**
**Manhunt for Shooter of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson Intensifies**
**Police Offer Reward as Investigation into Motive Continues**
Police in New York City have announced a $10,000 reward for any information that could lead to the arrest of the individual responsible for the fatal shooting of Brian Thompson, the chief executive of UnitedHealthcare. The incident occurred early Wednesday morning, just before 7 AM EST, in front of the Hilton Hotel located in Midtown Manhattan. Thompson, 50, was shot multiple times from behind while approaching the venue where he was scheduled to speak at an investor conference later in the day.
The assailant, who managed to escape without robbing Thompson, is believed to have planned the attack. According to multiple police reports, the shooting transpired at about 6:45 AM EST in a bustling area close to notable landmarks such as Times Square and Central Park. Evidence suggests that the shooter had waited outside the hotel for several minutes before Thompson's arrival.
Authorities have described the suspect as wearing a black face mask and a cream-colored jacket, with police stating that the weapon used in the murder malfunctioned momentarily, but the assailant managed to quickly rectify it and continue firing. Eyewitness accounts confirm he fled the scene on foot and was subsequently seen on an electric bicycle in Central Park.
The ongoing investigation has provided promising leads. Surveillance footage shows the suspect at a nearby Starbucks shortly before the incident, where part of his face was exposed, allowing for potential identification through facial recognition technology. In a separate effort, forensic experts are analyzing three bullet casings and live rounds discovered at the scene for DNA evidence. Police have also stated they will search Thompson's hotel room in an effort to uncover more information.
As of now, the motive behind this shocking act remains unclear. The police noted that the shooter left without taking any of Thompson's belongings, making robbery an unlikely motive. Moreover, Thompson's wife disclosed that he had received threats prior to the incident, although no details could be shared publicly. Previous police records from Thompson’s hometown, Maple Grove, Minnesota, indicate that there was one suspicious incident in 2018 at his estate, which ultimately garnered no significant findings. The investigation remains active, as the NYPD continues to seek answers and locate the shooter responsible for this tragic event.
The assailant, who managed to escape without robbing Thompson, is believed to have planned the attack. According to multiple police reports, the shooting transpired at about 6:45 AM EST in a bustling area close to notable landmarks such as Times Square and Central Park. Evidence suggests that the shooter had waited outside the hotel for several minutes before Thompson's arrival.
Authorities have described the suspect as wearing a black face mask and a cream-colored jacket, with police stating that the weapon used in the murder malfunctioned momentarily, but the assailant managed to quickly rectify it and continue firing. Eyewitness accounts confirm he fled the scene on foot and was subsequently seen on an electric bicycle in Central Park.
The ongoing investigation has provided promising leads. Surveillance footage shows the suspect at a nearby Starbucks shortly before the incident, where part of his face was exposed, allowing for potential identification through facial recognition technology. In a separate effort, forensic experts are analyzing three bullet casings and live rounds discovered at the scene for DNA evidence. Police have also stated they will search Thompson's hotel room in an effort to uncover more information.
As of now, the motive behind this shocking act remains unclear. The police noted that the shooter left without taking any of Thompson's belongings, making robbery an unlikely motive. Moreover, Thompson's wife disclosed that he had received threats prior to the incident, although no details could be shared publicly. Previous police records from Thompson’s hometown, Maple Grove, Minnesota, indicate that there was one suspicious incident in 2018 at his estate, which ultimately garnered no significant findings. The investigation remains active, as the NYPD continues to seek answers and locate the shooter responsible for this tragic event.
