Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealth's insurance unit, was fatally shot outside a Manhattan hotel. The incident remains under investigation, with no arrests yet made.
Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealth's insurance division, was fatally shot on Wednesday morning outside the Hilton hotel in Midtown Manhattan, according to reports from the New York Post and Bloomberg, citing police sources.
UnitedHealth has not yet commented, and the company cancelled the remainder of its Manhattan investor event. UnitedHealth CEO Andrew Witty stated, "We’re dealing with a very serious medical situation involving one of our team members, and as a result, we must conclude today's event."
The NYPD reported that a man was shot outside the Hilton at 1335 6th Avenue and transported in critical condition to Mount Sinai West Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. Investigators revealed the gunman had been waiting in the vicinity before the incident. No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.
Brian Thompson, named CEO of UnitedHealthcare in April 2021, had been with the company since 2004, serving in various roles. UnitedHealthcare is a division of UnitedHealth Group.
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Luigi Mangione, 26, was indicted for the murder of UnitedHealth Group executive Brian Thompson, charged with first-degree murder and terrorism. Prosecutors say the killing was a planned act to "sow terror," sparking outrage over healthcare costs and access in the U.S.
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The EU will delay plans to curb Russian nuclear fuel imports, focusing first on phasing out Russian gas by 2027, the European Commission confirmed.
France has closed four major Israeli company stands at the Paris Air show for reportedly displaying offensive weapons, intensifying diplomatic tensions with Israel amid criticism of its actions in Gaza.
A community event turned deadly in West Valley City, Utah as gunfire erupted during a local carnival, killing three people, including an eight-month-old baby and injuring two teens, after a dispute between two groups escalated.
The EU will delay plans to curb Russian nuclear fuel imports, focusing first on phasing out Russian gas by 2027, the European Commission confirmed.
Another group of the Tchaikovsky Symphony Orchestra of Russia has been evacuated from Iran to Azerbaijan. During the night, a new group of orchestra members crossed into Azerbaijan through the Astara border checkpoint as part of the ongoing evacuation process.
France has closed four major Israeli company stands at the Paris Air show for reportedly displaying offensive weapons, intensifying diplomatic tensions with Israel amid criticism of its actions in Gaza.
A community event turned deadly in West Valley City, Utah as gunfire erupted during a local carnival, killing three people, including an eight-month-old baby and injuring two teens, after a dispute between two groups escalated.
Kazakhstan has emerged as Azerbaijan’s top grain supplier, as trade between the two countries surged 20% in early 2025, reaching historic highs.
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