Minnesota Executive Brian Thompson Fatally Shot in NYC
Brian Thompson, a Minnesota native and CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was fatally shot outside Manhattan’s Hilton Midtown hotel on December 4, 2024, in what police are calling a targeted attack. The masked gunman fled the scene and remains at large, leaving New York City authorities scrambling for answers.
Thompson, who led one of the nation’s largest healthcare companies, had reportedly received threats related to healthcare coverage issues, according to his wife. The killing has rocked both Minnesota and the corporate world, with UnitedHealth Group expressing profound sorrow over the loss of their leader.
The brutal attack raises unsettling questions about safety and the potential link between corporate decisions and personal retaliation. As investigators hunt for the assailant, Thompson’s tragic death serves as a chilling reminder of the dark intersections of power, influence, and danger.
