Social media users mocked the assassination of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO

Many social media users mocked the killing of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson this week, and expressed their frustration with America’s health care system.

In particular, many of them responded with laughing emojis to United Healthcare Group’s Facebook post, saying the company was “deeply saddened and shocked” by Thompson’s sudden death.

“Brian was a highly respected colleague and friend to all who worked with him. 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 those who were close to him,” continued United’s post, which had more than a laugh. 77,000.

Officials are still investigating the shooting death of UnitedHealthcare executive Brian Thompson outside a New York City hotel early Wednesday, in what police are calling a “premeditated, targeted attack.”

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Police are still trying to find the killer and are offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to an arrest. Although the NYPD has yet to reveal a possible motive for the killings, the nation’s largest health insurance company has come under fire in recent months. In particular, it faces scrutiny for allegedly unfairly denying claims.

Thompson’s death has caused widespread concern across the industry, with CVS releasing images of executives on its website as the search for the killer continues.

UnitedHealth Group has limited the number of people allowed to comment on this post. However, many of the comments and reactions people have posted since Wednesday are still visible.

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“The current laugh rating reacts to the sympathetic response to United Health’s post about the assassination of their CEO is laughed at 77k to 6k sympathetic and is trending even higher. The American people, however they vote, are tired of the BS private health care system,” he replied. one person in United mail.

This 2017 file photo of Brian Thompson was released via Businesswire when he was named Chief Executive Officer of the UnitedHealthcare Unit in 2017. (Businesswire/Fox News)

Another user posted: “I don’t like to celebrate the death of anyone, even my enemies, but that doesn’t mean I can’t celebrate justice. And for those who want to oppose justice, the law doesn’t want to define justice. This is a person who leads a company that invests in killing people for profit.

“If you shoot one man in the street it’s murder. If you kill thousands of people in hospitals by taking away their ability to get treatment you’re a businessman,” wrote a user on X.

A police officer stands in front of the Hilton Hotel in midtown Manhattan, New York, where 50-year-old UnitedHealthcare executive Brian Thompson was shot and killed on Dec. 4, 2024. (Julia Bonavita/Fox News Digital/Fox News)

Another user commented on X: “Today, we mourn the death of United Healthcare executive Brian Thompson, who was shot …. wait, I’m sorry – today we mourn the deaths of 68,000 Americans who die needlessly every year for insurance. Companies like Brian Thompson are billions .

Other users expressed their sympathy for Thompson and his family.

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“The worst part of the video showing the death of the United Healthcare CEO is now that his children will have their father’s death on the internet forever. Sometimes the internet is just so bad,” said user X.

Another said: “What is wrong with America? The CEO of United Healthcare is murdered. And some thoughtless souls write: ‘Thoughts and condolences to the family. Unfortunately my condolences are out of network’.”