Breaking: Major healthcare exec shot dead near luxury hotel in Manhattan
A top-level insurance company executive was shot in New Yorkʼs Midtown area near a well-known hotel. The incident forced an early end to the companys major investor meeting
In a shocking mid-week incident Brian Thompson‚ the insurance-unit chief of UnitedHealth got shot outside a high-end Midtown hotel. The shooting happened near the well-known Hilton building - where the company was holding its investor meet
The companys CEO Andrew Witty had to cut-short the investor day meeting due to what he called “a very serious medical situation“ with a team member. UnitedHealth hasnt given any official statement about the incident: which has left the business community in shock
NYPD officials reported that the shooting took place at 13356 Avenue (located in the Midtown North area). The victim was quick-rushed to Mount Sinai West hospital; however medical staff couldnt save his life. Law-enforcement teams are now working on the case - but no suspect has been caught yet
The police department stated theyʼre keeping the victims identity private until they can reach out to family members. The investigation is still in full-swing with officers looking into every possible lead