Crime Drops in New York, Then a Shocking Murder

New York City saw a big dip in crime rates in November 2024. The New York City Police Department (NYPD) announced that crime fell by nearly 6 percent. This drop was mainly due to fewer murders, robberies, and burglaries. The NYPD also reported a significant decrease in shootings, with 61 fewer incidents compared to the same time last year. The next day, a shocking event happened. Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was shot outside a Manhattan hotel. He was on his way to the company's annual investor conference. The suspect, wearing a mask, fired at Thompson and then ran away. The police think the attack was planned, as the suspect was waiting for Thompson.The new NYPD commissioner, Jessica Tisch, praised the department's efforts to reduce crime just a day before this tragic event. She said the goal was not only to keep New Yorkers safe but also to make them feel safe. The NYPD has been focusing on making the subway system safer, along with tackling gang-related crimes and taking illegal firearms off the streets. Thompson, who had worked for UnitedHealth Group for 20 years and became the CEO of its benefits arm in 2021, was rushed to the hospital but died shortly after the shooting. The company expressed their sadness and promised to cooperate with the police during the investigation.