NEW YORK (Gray News) – The CEO of UnitedHealthcare was fatally shot outside a hotel in Midtown Manhattan, according to several reports.
Brian Thompson was shot by a masked man outside the New York Hilton Hotel Wednesday morning, CNN reported. Police reported that the suspected gunman ran off.
According to the New York Post, Thompson was rushed to Mt. Sinai Hospital where he later died.
Police told news outlets the attack may have been targeted. Investigators said the gunman was seen apparently waiting for Thompson to arrive, according to CNN.
ABC News reported Thompson was in New York to attend an investors’ conference at the Hilton. It was reported that his schedule during his time in New York was well known.
The suspected gunman remains at large and the investigation remains ongoing.
The New York Post was first to report the shooting.
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