NEW YORK CITY, NY — The investigation into the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in Manhattan is entering its fifth day, with authorities intensifying their efforts to capture the suspect who remains at large. Law enforcement agencies, including the FBI, are collaborating to search for the suspect, with the public incentivized with rewards for any information leading to an arrest.
Authorities have released new photos of the suspect, hoping to generate leads in the case. Despite officials believing the suspect has left New York City, they express confidence in eventually capturing him. New York City Mayor Eric Adams stated, “We’re going to reveal who he is, and we’re going to bring him to justice.”
The search for crucial evidence continues, with authorities still seeking to confirm the suspect’s identity, the weapon used in the shooting, and the bicycle he used to flee the scene. Significant pieces of evidence gathered so far include images of the suspect’s unmasked face, surveillance videos of his escape route, and DNA evidence from a discarded Starbucks water bottle.
Although investigators recovered a backpack belonging to the suspect in Central Park containing Monopoly money and a Tommy Hilfiger jacket, the gun used in the shooting remains missing. The search has led police divers to comb an area of Central Park known as “the Lake” for any possible evidence related to the case.
Meanwhile, authorities are exploring potential motives behind the shooting, particularly focusing on the words “delay,” “deny,” and “depose” written on the 9 mm shell casings found at the scene. The FBI and NYPD are offering substantial rewards for any information leading to the suspect’s arrest and conviction.
The manhunt for the suspect has expanded beyond New York City, with photos circulated to law enforcement agencies across the country. Amid concerns about the safety of health care executives, security measures have been heightened, and some companies have removed top executives’ photos from their websites.
As the search intensifies and new leads are pursued, investigators remain determined to apprehend the suspect and bring closure to the case. The broader community is urged to remain vigilant and report any sightings or relevant information to assist in the ongoing investigation.