As a seasoned journalist with years of experience under my belt, I must say that the tragic and senseless killing of Brian Thompson has left me utterly disheartened. The story of his life, filled with love, generosity, and an unwavering commitment to improving healthcare for many, is one that resonates deeply with me.
The case involving the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson continues to unfold.
On December 9th, a key suspect in the ongoing investigation, 26-year-old Luigi Mangione, was apprehended at a McDonald’s in Altoona, Pennsylvania, for allegedly violating firearm regulations. This information was shared during a press conference that followed.
According to the New York Police Department Commissioner Jessica Tisch, it was confirmed that Mangione was apprehended with a gun, a silencer, and numerous false identification cards, one of which bore the name “Mark Rosario.” An employee at the premises had reportedly deemed him suspicious, leading to a call to local authorities.
Yet another detective with the NYPD, Joseph Kenny, similarly stated during a press conference that the individual in question was apprehended approximately at 9:15 a.m., emphasizing that “he had been found seated and enjoying his meal” at a fast food restaurant.
During the December 9 press conference, Kenny mentioned that from a quick conversation with investigators, it seems Mangione harbors some resentment towards large corporations in America, as suggested by the three-page handwritten document he was carrying, which criticized healthcare companies for prioritizing profits over patient care.
As a lifestyle expert, I’m sharing an update on an ongoing investigation: Initially, authorities thought the suspected gunman had departed New York City via bus. However, now they’re examining if the individual in custody—a University of Pennsylvania alumnus—traveled the approximately 236 miles from Philadelphia to Altoona. This person is currently being held for further questioning. Stay tuned for more details as this story develops.
The name “Mark Rosario,” which appears on one of Mangione’s identification cards (specifically, a New Jersey state ID), matches the name of the individual suspected by the police as the gunman who killed Thompson. This person is the same one who had checked into a hostel in the Upper West Side of Manhattan before Thompson’s murder, according to information provided to NBC News by the police.
Mangione hasn’t been officially accused or identified as a suspect regarding Thompson’s death. The authorities shared with The New York Times that he graduated with both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in engineering from the University of Pennsylvania. Born and raised in Maryland, he has also resided in San Francisco and Hawaii at some point.
Five days following the shooting incident at around 6 a.m. on December 4 close to Manhattan’s Sixth Avenue, Mangione was taken into custody. Thompson, who is 50 years old, was the victim of this shooting.
Keep reading for every detail to know about Thompson’s death.
Brian Thompson served as the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, a position he assumed in 2021 after joining the company back in 2004 and holding various roles previously. Prior to his tenure at UnitedHealthcare, Thompson worked for PwC, as per his LinkedIn profile. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in business administration with a focus on accounting from the University of Iowa, graduating with honors in May 1997, a fact confirmed by Steve Schmadeke, the school’s public relations manager, to NBC News. Thompson, who resided in Minnesota, was married to Paulette Thompson, although they reportedly lived apart according to a Wall Street Journal report; they were parents of two sons.
He was shot and killed in New York on Dec. 4, 2024. Thompson was 50 years old.
6:46 a.m. on December 4, 2024, NYPD patrol officers from the Midtown North Precinct responded to an emergency call about a shooting outside the New York Hilton Midtown hotel. This was confirmed by NYPD Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny during a press briefing later that morning. The victim, who was in New York for an investor conference, was found with gunshot wounds on his back and leg at the scene. He was transported to Mount Sinai West hospital where he died at 7:12 a.m. According to NYPD commissioner Jessica Tisch, it appears the shooting was a deliberate, pre-planned attack rather than a random act of violence. The investigation by the New York City Police Department is ongoing, and they are determined to find and arrest the shooter involved in this incident.
As Kenny stated, an unidentified shooter, who has not been apprehended yet, made his way on foot to the New York Hilton Midtown, arriving five minutes ahead of Thompson. A video shows Thompson walking solo towards the hotel at 6:44 a.m., presumably en route for a UnitedHealth Group investors conference scheduled for 8 a.m. that day.
On December 4th, during a press conference, Kenny described the suspect as a man with lighter skin, wearing a jacket in either light brown or cream color, a black face mask, sneakers with black and white patterns, and a distinctive gray backpack.
Upon hearing the news of his death due to the shooting, the family of Brian Thompson were deeply saddened. This is what a family statement obtained by NBC affiliate KARE in Minneapolis on Dec. 5 said: “We are devastated by the senseless loss of our cherished Brian. Brian was an extraordinary individual who was warm-hearted, selfless, gifted and lived life to its fullest extent, leaving a lasting impact on countless lives. Above all, he was a loving father to our two sons and will be profoundly missed. We welcome your sympathy and ask for total privacy as we navigate through this challenging period.
Paulette, Thompson’s wife, also mentioned that her husband had received threats. She shared this information with NBC News on December 5th, saying, “Apparently, there were threats against him. To be honest, I don’t have all the details, but he told me that some individuals had been threatening him.
In a heartfelt statement, UnitedHealth Group, the umbrella organization of UnitedHealthcare, expressed profound sadness and shock following the passing of their cherished colleague Thompson. As a mark of respect, flags at their corporate headquarters in Minnesota are flying at half-mast.
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