Tragedy Strikes UnitedHealth: CEO Brian Thompson Fatally Shot

Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealth's insurance unit, was fatally shot outside a Manhattan hotel just before an investor conference. The attack appeared targeted, with the suspect still at large. UnitedHealth cancelled the conference, and police are investigating the incident.

In a shocking incident, Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealth's insurance division, was tragically shot to death outside a midtown Manhattan hotel early Wednesday morning. The shooting occurred just before a scheduled UnitedHealth investor meeting, which led to its abrupt cancellation.

The suspect, captured on surveillance stills wearing a gray jacket and riding a bicycle, remains at large as police continue their investigation into what appears to be a targeted attack. The New York Times reported police belief that the assailant had been waiting for Thompson's arrival.

As the largest U.S. health insurer, UnitedHealth's sudden halt of their conference left significant implications within the business community. Meanwhile, both the company and officials extended their condolences to Thompson's family and colleagues, remembering him as a respected leader and friend.

(With inputs from agencies.)