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Despite the immediate efforts of emergency medical services, Thompson was pronounced dead at Roosevelt Hospital at 7:12 a.m. His untimely death has sparked a manhunt for the suspect, whose identity remains unknown. As the investigation unfolds, many questions linger, particularly regarding the motive behind this chilling act.
Details of the Incident
Leading up to the shooting, Brian Thompson was reportedly on his way to speak at his company's annual investor conference. Initial reports suggest that the attack was not random but rather a targeted and premeditated assault. Video footage obtained by news outlets captured the moments preceding the shooting, showing Thompson walking toward the hotel, and a suspect lurking nearby before launching the attack.