Friends and colleagues struggle to cope with the UnitedHealth executive’s death, while others cheer for the man accused of killing him.

UnitedHealth Group did not take down a Facebook post paying tribute to Brian Thompson, the late CEO of its insurance unit, contrary to social media posts.

Vigilante murder of corporate bosses is not going to fix any of the problems with America's health care system.

This image provided by the New York City Police Department shows a man wanted for questioning in connection to the investigation of the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a Manhattan hotel, Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024. (New York City Police Department via AP)

Horrified colleagues and friends say the online caricature of Brian Thompson in the wake of his murder bears no resemblance to the Iowa native they knew.

Here's what we know about UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, who was shot to death in Manhattan on Wednesday, Dec. 4.

A poll says 41 percent of those between 18 and 29 say the UnitedHealthcare CEO's killing was at least "somewhat" acceptable.

Thanks to the help and quick thinking of the UnitedHealthcare CEO, we were able to keep hospitals operational in the first months of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was a key figure in American healthcare. On December 4, 2024, he was shot and killed in Manhattan, shocking the nation.

I have condolences for the healthcare CEO. This is a real person, but sometimes drug dealers get shot. You seen The Wire, right?” the 59-year-old comedian said.

Popular rapper Trae tha Truth appeared on Saturday’s edition of the hit Reelz TV show On Patrol Live to plead for the return of his missing 6-year-old daughter.