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BREAKING: UnitedHealthcare CEO Fatally Shot in Midtown Manhattan

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New York NY, Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealth Group’s insurance division, UnitedHealthcare, was tragically shot and killed outside the Hilton Hotel in midtown Manhattan on Wednesday morning in what authorities believe was a targeted attack. The incident sent shockwaves through the healthcare industry and led to the cancellation of UnitedHealth Group’s planned investor day at the Hilton.

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Hasbrouck Heights Fire Department Responds to Christmas Eve Smoke Condition at the Hilton Hotel

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Hasbrouck Heights NJ,at 6 PM, Hasbrouck Heights Fire Chief 60, Chief 62, Engine 2, and Squad 1 responded to the Hilton hotel for a fire alarm activation. Chief 62 found smoke coming from the boiler room and transmitted a 10–30. Crews from Engine 2 located a minor fire in the ventilation pit and quickly knocked the fire with no extension. Hasbrouck Heights Fire Department offered a special thanks to the Wood-Ridge Fire Department for assisting at the scene.

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