Crime
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson killer’s backpack found in Central Park
NYPD investigators have recovered a backpack in Central Park that may have belonged to the suspect who fatally shot UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson earlier this week.
The discovery was made in the area south of the Central Park carousel, near the Ramsey Playground, according to law enforcement sources.
The backpack, described as “very distinctive,” matches the gray bag seen on the suspect during the shooting. NYPD Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny emphasized its unique features during a press briefing on Friday.
“It is huge and gray,” Kenny stated, noting its potential significance in identifying the gunman.
Police sources indicated that the backpack was not opened at the scene. Instead, it was secured and sent directly to the lab for forensic analysis.
Investigators are hopeful that the contents of the bag may provide critical evidence in the ongoing investigation, such as physical traces or materials that could link the suspect to the crime.
Authorities are continuing to piece together the events surrounding the targeted shooting of Thompson, which occurred outside the New York Hilton Midtown earlier this week. The gunman, who fled the scene, remains at large.
Police are urging anyone with additional information about the backpack or the suspect to contact law enforcement immediately.
Crime
33-year-old Shawn Egner killed in Hamilton shooting
The other individual involved remained at the scene and is currently cooperating with detectives.
HAMILTON, OH — The Hamilton Police Department is actively investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Tuesday morning, leaving 33-year-old Shawn Egner dead.
Police responded to reports of shots fired around 5:45 a.m. in the 1100 block of Clovernook Drive, located off Southern Hills Lane near Hamilton Cleves Pike Road (Ohio 128).
Upon arrival, officers discovered Egner suffering from gunshot wounds.
He was pronounced dead at the scene.
According to initial emergency communications, Egner was allegedly shot during an altercation involving two adults.
The other individual involved remained at the scene and is currently cooperating with detectives.
Police initially reported that the suspect may have fled in a purple Honda Civic, but further investigation has clarified that no additional suspects are being sought at this time.
Hamilton Police Spokesman Sgt. Brian Ungerbuehler stated that while detectives are interviewing the person involved in the altercation, no charges have been filed.
The decision regarding potential charges will be made in consultation with the Butler County Prosecutor’s Office as the investigation progresses.
Officers blocked off Southern Hills Lane at Hamilton Cleves Pike Road for several hours to process the scene, gather evidence, and interview witnesses.
The motive behind the altercation that led to Egner’s death remains under investigation, and police have not released further details about what may have caused the confrontation.
“This investigation is still in its early stages,” said Sgt. Ungerbuehler. “We are working diligently to piece together the events that led to this tragic outcome.”
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the incident to contact Detective Ruhl at 513-868-5811, ext. 1271. Tips can remain anonymous.
The Hamilton Police Department will provide additional updates as more information becomes available.