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- UnitedHealth Group CEO says slain exec Brian Thompson was ‘one of the good guys’ in leaked memo to 400,000 employees (newsbreak.com)
UnitedHealth Group Mourns CEO Brian Thompson
UnitedHealth Group is deeply saddened by the tragic murder of its CEO, Brian Thompson, according to a leaked memo to employees.
CEO Andrew Witty praised Thompson’s legacy and expressed his grief, calling him “one of the good guys.” Witty urged employees to continue Thompson’s mission of providing quality healthcare.
The memo included messages of support from patients, expressing gratitude for the company’s work and offering condolences.
Witty encouraged employees to prioritize their well-being during this difficult time and assured them that the company is taking steps to enhance safety measures.
Luigi Mangione, the alleged killer, was arrested after a manhunt. He faces charges of murder and possession of a weapon. According to reports, Mangione had a 3D-printed ghost gun and a document criticizing the healthcare industry’s focus on profit.