MAPLE GROVE, Minn. – Police provided security at Monday's funeral for UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, who was killed in a shooting in New York City last week.
More than a dozen state troopers and about 100 vehicles, including 20 black SUVs, were seen outside Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Maple Grove, Minn., where services began in the early afternoon. Drones were flying overhead, and snipers with large guns could be seen stationed on the roof of the church.
Despite tight security, the funeral was held intimately and no outsiders were allowed to attend. Officials said a security code was required to enter.
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A hearse is parked outside Lord of Life Lutheran Church for the funeral of Brian Thompson on Monday, December 9, 2024 in Maple Grove, Minnesota. Last Wednesday, New York City. (Derek Schock, FOX News Digital)
Thompson, 50, was shot in the back on the sidewalk outside. Hilton Hotel in New York City Before the general meeting of shareholders on December 4th.
Luigi Nicolas Mangione, 26, was taken into custody Monday at a McDonald's in Altoona, Pennsylvania, after a five-day nationwide manhunt for Thompson's killer.
The Ivy League graduate was arrested after McDonald's customers and employees spotted him and thought he matched the suspect on a wanted poster.
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This undated photo provided by UnitedHealth Group shows UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. (AP Photo/United Health Group)
Mr. Mangione was indicted. Charges for Thompson's murder include second-degree murder, second- and third-degree criminal possession of a weapon, and second-degree criminal possession of a forged instrument, according to a New York state felony arrest warrant.
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Luigi Mangione was taken into custody in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on Monday morning in connection with the ambush and murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City. (Luigi Mangione/Facebook)
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“Brian was an incredibly loving husband, son, brother, and friend. Most importantly, Brian was a devoted father to our two sons. We He will be forever missed,'' Thompson's family told FOX News Digital in a written statement. Remarks at a funeral.
