The investigation into the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has taken a peculiar turn with the discovery of new evidence that ties the case to an iconic board game and a popular designer brand. Over the weekend, NYPD investigators found a backpack in Central Park that reportedly belonged to the suspected killer. Inside the bag were Monopoly board game money and a Tommy Hilfiger jacket.
Details on the Backpack
The backpack, identified as an Everyday Backpack from Peak Design, is commonly used by photographers but also caters to casual users. Law enforcement believes it may have been purchased between 2016 and 2019, indicating it’s not a recently acquired item. Its discovery is a significant development, as the suspect has yet to be publicly identified.
New Images Released
On Saturday, the NYPD released two new surveillance images of the alleged gunman:
- Taxi Footage: The suspect is seen looking directly into a security camera through a window divider in a NYC taxi, wearing a blue medical mask that leaves only his eyes and brows visible.
- Street Surveillance: Another image shows the suspect walking on a city sidewalk with a white medical mask concealing most of his face.
Suspect’s Whereabouts
Authorities believe the suspect has left New York City, but they have not disclosed further information about his potential location.
Public Appeal
The NYPD continues to urge anyone with information to come forward as they piece together the circumstances of Thompson’s tragic death in Midtown Manhattan last week.
