New and alarming details are emerging about Brian Thompson as investigators delve deeper into the circumstances surrounding his untimely death. 

The CEO of UnitedHealthcare tragically lost his life when he was shot and killed by an unidentified assailant outside a hotel in New York City on December 4. At the time of his death, he had been living apart from his wife, Paulette Thompson, for several years, a fact confirmed by records obtained by E! News. This separation adds a complex layer to the investigation and raises questions about his personal life leading up to this shocking event.

In 2021, Brian—whose death is being classified as a targeted attack according to the New York Police Department—listed a new address in Minnesota on his voter registration form. Meanwhile, Paulette continued to reside at their previously shared address in Maple Grove, as indicated by her voter registration documents submitted in 2020 and updated in 2023. Notably, Brian’s new home was located less than a mile away from the couple’s former residence, suggesting a close yet complicated living situation.

Further insights into the late executive’s life reveal troubling past incidents. In 2017, Thompson faced legal troubles in Minnesota when he was arrested and charged with Driving Under the Influence, as detailed in arrest records obtained by E! News on December 5. The 50-year-old was ultimately convicted of this misdemeanor, resulting in a maximum sentence of two years of probation, which indicates a history of personal challenges that may have impacted his life and career.