Manhunt for gunman who killed UnitedHealthcare CEO enters day 2

More than 24 hours after the CEO of UnitedHealthcare was shot and killed in Midtown Manhattan, the search continues for the gunman.
Brian Thompson was shot Wednesday morning as he was walking from the hotel where he was staying to the New York Hilton Midtown for a conference with investors, police said.
Surveillance video shows the gunman, who was wearing a coat and a mask, walk up behind Thompson and fire shots into his back. Police said the shooter continued to shoot Thompson as he was on the ground before
fleeing to a nearby dark alley.
Police said the shooter then hopped onto an e-bike and rode into Central Park.
Police have not established a motive, but a law enforcement official told The Associated Press that shell casings with the words “deny,” “defend” and “depose” were found at the scene of the shooting. As The Associated Press notes, the words could be in reference to strategies insurance companies use to avoid paying claims.
A $10,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the gunman’s capture.
Thompson was named the CEO of UnitedHealthcare in 2021. He worked for the company since 2004.
“Brian was a highly respected colleague and friend to all who worked with him,” the company said in a statement after Thompson’s death. “We are working closely with the New York Police Department and ask for your patience and understanding during this difficult time. Our hearts go out to Brian’s family and all who were close to him.”