In a shocking mid-week incident police are searching for answers after Brian Thompson the head of UnitedHealthcare was shot-dead near one of New Yorks busiest spots
The attack happened just two days ago when the well-known exec was walking to an investor meet-up at a local Hilton (right by Central Park). The high-traffic location of this day-time shooting — which investigators think was pre-planned — made it extra-disturbing for local residents
Law enforcement officials released suspect photos yesterday; theyre asking anyone with info to step forward. The case details point to a carefully thought-out attack: the location timing and target choice werent random. Despite the quick police response no clear reason for this tragic event has come up yet
The shooting spot is in a super-busy part of Manhattan thats usually packed with tourists office workers and shoppers — its unusual to see such bold criminal acts in this area during peak hours