New York: The American state of New York has once again been rocked by a major murder. UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot dead outside a Manhattan hotel on Wednesday morning, according to police. An official connected with the investigation of the case gave this information on condition of anonymity.
The 50-year-old man was shot outside the Hilton at 6:45 a.m. before the gunman fled, police said. The injured was rushed to a nearby hospital, but could not be saved, police said. There was an uproar when information emerged that the person killed was not a common man but the Chief Executive Officer of United Healthcare. It is being said that UnitedHealthcare, the insurance arm of healthcare sector giant UnitedHealth Group Inc., will hold its annual meeting with investors in New York City on Wednesday morning. was to be held. That is why he came here.
Worked in the same company for 20 years
According to information, Brian Thompson also worked here as an employee before becoming the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of United Healthcare. Thompson had been serving as CEO for more than three years. Considering his efficiency, the company gave him this responsibility. He took the company far with his hard work. He was associated with the company since 2004. (AP)
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