UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was fatally shot in New York City Wednesday morning, sources told FOX. The shooting was not random.
READ MORE: Who is Brian Thompson? United Healthcare CEO fatally shot in targeted attackThe shooting happened around 6:45 a.m. near West 54th Street and 6th Avenue outside the Hilton Hotel. According to police, the victim was taken to Mount Sinai West, where he was pronounced dead.Police sources confirmed to FOX that Thompson, 50, was shot in the chest and leg shortly before his UnitedHealthcare annual investors meeting. The shooting was not random, according to police sources.
reports that the conference, which was taking place at the hotel where Thompson was shot, has been canceled. Bloomberg reports that United Healthcare executive presentations were underway until 9:10 a.m., when the company addressed the crowd."We’re dealing with a very serious medical situation" Chief Executive Officer Andrew Witty said, according to Bloomberg. FOX 9 has reached out to UnitedHealthcare for comment. This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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