Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was fatally shot in New York City on December 4, 2024. The assailant, later identified as Luigi Mangione, had a history of chronic pain and was apprehended in Pennsylvania with evidence linking him to the crime. Mangione's background includes a privileged upbringing and an engineering education, contrasting with the alleged motive connected to corporate grievances. Prior to the shooting, Mangione had been missing, and his family has expressed shock and devastation following his arrest. The investigation is ongoing, with Mangione facing extradition to New York to face charges. The case has attracted significant media attention due to the victim's high profile and the suspect's unusual background.