UnitedHealth Group said Thursday it was grieving the loss of CEO Brian Thompson after a lone gunman shot him in broad daylight outside a Hilton. Midtown Manhattan earlier this week.
The company said Thompson was “a highly respected colleague and friend to all who worked with him”.
On Thursday, the health care company released its second statement since the incident to express gratitude for the kind words and compassion from Americans across the country.
“While our hearts are broken, we have been touched by the overwhelming outpouring of kindness and support in the hours since this horrific crime took place,” the statement said.
“Many patients, consumers, health care professionals, Associations, government officials and other caring people have taken time out of their day. We are grateful, even as we are sad,” he said.
gave New York Police Department The search for the killer has been ongoing since Wednesday morning.
A screenshot of surveillance footage released by the NYPD shows an alleged person of interest in connection with the Wednesday, December 4, 2024, shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in midtown Manhattan. I want (NYPD Crime Stoppers)
The accused was wanted. Brutal murder He is believed to have used a fake New Jersey ID card to check into a New York City hostel before the brazen execution-style killing, police sources told Fox News.
Sources say that the accused used it. Fake ID And paid in cash.
UHG says the incident will not affect the way the company operates and their priority is with the family in their time of need.
Ex-NYPD Inspector ‘Shakiya’ UnitedHealthcare CEO Gunman Was Professional, Lacks Weapon of Choice
Members of the New York Police Crime Scene Unit investigate gunshots on the sidewalk outside the Hilton Hotel in midtown Manhattan where UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024, in New York. Shot down. (Stephen Jeremiah/AP)
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“Our priorities are, first and foremost, supporting Brian’s family; ensuring the safety of our employees; and working with law enforcement to bring the perpetrator to justice,” he said. Working,” he said. “We, at UnitedHealth Group, will continue to be there for the people who rely on us for their healthcare.”
The company asked the public to give the family space to grieve.
“We ask everyone to respect the family’s privacy as they mourn the loss of their husband, father, brother and friend,” the company said.
Bree Stimson and Alexis McAdams of Fox News Digital contributed to this report.