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UnitedHealthcare CEO shot dead at point-blank range, family speaks out

UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot near a Midtown Manhattan hotel in a potentially targeted shooting early Wednesday, according to police.
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UnitedHealthcare chief executive officer Brian Thompson is seen in an undated file photo |  ABC News obtained this photo of the suspect.
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7-year-old fatally shoots 2-year-old brother in California

The shooting, which appeared to be accidental, unfolded Monday in a parking lot in Rancho Cucamonga, the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department said.
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The shooting, which appeared to be accidental, unfolded Monday in a parking lot in Rancho Cucamonga, the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department said.
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NYPD gives update on shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO

The masked gunman appeared to be lying in wait and shot Brian Thompson several times from behind, the NYPD commissioner said at a news conference.
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VIDEO: NYPD gives update on shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO
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UnitedHealthcare CEO killed outside NYC hotel

Brian Thompson was shot and killed outside a Midtown Manhattan hotel Wednesday morning. The alleged killer is on the loose and police believe it may have been a targeted shooting.
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VIDEO: UnitedHealthcare CEO killed outside NYC hotel
November 30, 2024 at 3:17 AM

Mall shooting leaves 2 injured on Black Friday

Shots rang out at the Park Plaza Mall in Little Rock, Arkansas, on Black Friday, leaving two people injured, police said.
November 30, 2024 at 3:17 AM
A shooting at a mall in Little Rock, Ark., on Black Friday, Nov. 29, 2024 according to police.
November 30, 2024 at 1:03 AM

Police officer killed in shooting and suspect wounded in suburban Chicago

A police officer has been fatally shot in suburban Chicago after responding to a report of a man leaving a bank with a gun
November 30, 2024 at 1:03 AM
November 29, 2024 at 1:25 AM

Teen dies after being hit by a stray bullet during ride home from hockey game in St. Louis

A 16-year-old has died after being hit by a stray bullet on a St. Louis highway
November 29, 2024 at 1:25 AM
November 26, 2024 at 11:57 PM

A police officer has been killed and a suspect wounded in a shooting in North Texas

Police say an officer has been killed and a suspect wounded in a shooting in North Texas
November 26, 2024 at 11:57 PM
November 21, 2024 at 12:01 AM

20-year-old mother, infant killed in drive-by shooting in Connecticut

A 20-year-old mother and her 4-month-old son were shot dead while sitting in their car, in what appears to be a drive-by shooting, according to police.
November 21, 2024 at 12:01 AM
A 20-year-old mother and her 4-month-old son were shot dead while sitting in their car, in what appears to be a drive-by shooting, according to police.
November 20, 2024 at 12:48 PM

Gun violence becomes growing concern for transgender community

At least 36 transgender or gender-expansive people were killed in the last year, the majority killed by a gun.
November 20, 2024 at 12:48 PM
At least 36 transgender or gender-expansive people were killed in the last year, the majority killed by a gun.
November 18, 2024 at 7:17 PM

2 dead, 9 injured in New Orleans shootings

The incidents, which occurred about 45 minutes apart, took place at a parade in the 5th district.
November 18, 2024 at 7:17 PM
The incidents, which occurred about 45 minutes apart, took place at a parade in the 5th district.
November 18, 2024 at 5:47 PM

2 killed, 11 hurt in 2 shootings near second line parades in New Orleans

Two people were killed and 11 others were hurt in two shootings that erupted 45 minutes apart near a second line parade in New Orleans on Sunday, authorities said.
November 18, 2024 at 5:47 PM
New Orleans police are investigating two Sunday afternoon shootings.
November 18, 2024 at 6:49 AM

Gunfire that hit Southwest flight in Texas was random: Officials

Police believe the shooting that pierced a Southwest plane as it prepared for takeoff from Dallas Love Field in Texas was random, sources told ABC affiliate WFAA. 
November 18, 2024 at 6:49 AM
Gunfire that hit Southwest flight in Texas was random: Officials
November 11, 2024 at 11:12 PM

Tuskegee University tightens security after homecoming shooting

The president of Tuskegee University in Alabama announced Monday that it was transitioning to a "closed campus" in the wake of a shooting that killed an 18-year-old on Sunday.
November 11, 2024 at 11:12 PM
The president of Tuskegee University in Alabama announced Monday that it was transitioning to a "closed campus" in the wake of a shooting that killed an 18-year-old on Sunday.
November 11, 2024 at 10:51 PM

Tuskegee University bans outsiders, fires security chief in wake of mass shooting

The president of Tuskegee University in Alabama announced that the school is being closed to outsiders following a mass shooting.
November 11, 2024 at 10:51 PM
The entrance to Tuskegee University, Nov. 11, 2024, in Tuskegee, Ala.
November 11, 2024 at 6:54 PM

1 killed, 16 injured when gunfire erupts at Tuskegee University homecoming 

Jaquez Myrick, 25, was arrested in connection with the deadly shooting at the college campus in Alabama, which killed an 18-year-old and left at least 16 people injured early Sunday.
November 11, 2024 at 6:54 PM
VIDEO: 1 killed, 16 injured when gunfire erupts at Tuskegee University homecoming 
November 11, 2024 at 12:36 PM

Deadly Tuskegee University shooting leads to machine gun possession arrest

Jaquez Myrick, 25, was arrested in relation to the deadly homecoming event shooting at Tuskegee University in Alabama on Sunday.
November 11, 2024 at 12:36 PM
White Hall historic building, Tuskegee University, in Tuskegee, Ala.
November 11, 2024 at 1:44 AM

Authorities announce arrest in Tuskegee University mass shooting 

At least one person was killed, and more than a dozen were hurt in a mass shooting at Tuskegee University during a celebration of the school's 100th homecoming.
November 11, 2024 at 1:44 AM
VIDEO: Authorities announce arrest in Tuskegee University mass shooting 
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NC State student arrested for string of random highway shootings: Police

A North Carolina State student has been arrested for a string of apparently random shootings at cars on multiple highways in Raleigh.
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Andrew Thomas Graney, 23, was arrested for allegedly shooting at several cars on a highway in Raleigh, N.C., in early November, police said.
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Survivors of gun violence fight for stricter gun laws as 2024 election nears

ABC News follows gun violence survivors, Drew Spiegel and Gen Z Congressman Rep. Maxwell Frost, across the country as they push for stricter gun laws ahead of the 2024 presidential election.
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Survivors of gun violence fight for stricter gun laws as 2024 election nears
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Fake guns found at home of teen who allegedly planned to scare elementary students

Several replica guns have been recovered from the home of a 13-year-old who allegedly planned to scare students at an elementary school.
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The Roosevelt Elementary School campus is seen, Nov. 7, 2024, in Kenosha, Wisc.
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Urgent investigation after a multiple cars and homes hit by gunfire

Authorities are investigating a shooting spree in Raleigh, North Carolina, after at least a dozen cars and homes near Interstate 40 were hit by gunfire. Police say two people have been detained.
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VIDEO: Urgent investigation after a multiple cars and homes hit by gunfire
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How advocates predict Trump's 2024 win could impact gun violence prevention laws

ABC News follows gun violence survivor Drew Spiegel and Rep. Maxwell Frost as they push for stricter gun laws.
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Drew Spiegel survived the 2022 Highland Park shooting.
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Police body camera video shows moments after Indiana firefighter was fatally shot

Local hero Robert “Robbie” Doerr was shot dead in his Indiana driveway on the evening of February 26, 2019. Doerr’s wife, Elizabeth Fox-Doerr remembered being “in panic” at the scene.
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VIDEO: Police body camera video shows moments after Indiana firefighter was fatally shot
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Gun violence prevention groups react to Trump victory

"The election of Donald Trump is deeply troubling for our safety and freedom from gun violence," Kris Brown, president of the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence, said on Wednesday. 
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"The election of Donald Trump is deeply troubling for our safety and freedom from gun violence," Kris Brown, president of the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence, said on Wednesday. 
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'Deeply troubling': Gun-violence prevention groups react to Trump victory

Gun-violence prevention groups said that they plan to double down in their fight for stronger firearm-control laws in the wake of former President Donald Trump's win.
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Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump arrives at an election night watch party at the Palm Beach Convention Center, Nov. 6, 2024, in West Palm Beach, Fla.
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Mayor announces state of emergency after 2 killed, several hurt in shooting

At least two people are dead and six others have been injured in a Halloween night shooting in downtown Orlando, police said.
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Orlando police released video from the scene of a shooting on Nov. 1, 2024.
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22-year-old arrested in deadly Vancouver, Washington, shooting

One man is dead and two others were injured after the gunman fired several rounds, according to police.
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One man is dead and two others were injured after the gunman fired several rounds, according to police.
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Suspect arrested in deadly Halloween mall shooting

A 22-year-old man has been arrested and identified as a suspect in a deadly shooting that erupted on Halloween night in a mall in Vancouver, Washington.
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An exterior view of the Vancouver Mall in Vancouver, Wash. in an undated photo from Google Street View.
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Mandatory curfew set for downtown Orlando

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer announced a local state of emergency after two people were killed and several more were injured in a Halloween night shooting.
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VIDEO: Mandatory curfew set for downtown Orlando
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At least 2 killed, 6 injured in Halloween shooting in Orlando

At least two people are dead and six others have been injured in a Halloween night shooting in downtown Orlando, police said.
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VIDEO: At least 2 killed, 6 injured in Halloween shooting in Orlando
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LA man arrested in connection to 2 fatal shootings hours apart

Police have not yet said if they are aware of a motive for the double murder.
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Police have not yet said if they are aware of a motive for the double murder.
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Armed person arrested after reports of shooting in Atlanta near Four Seasons Hotel

Atlanta police apprehended an armed individual in Midtown after instructing people to shelter in place Tuesday afternoon due to reports of gunfire near the Four Seasons Hotel.
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Armed person arrested after reports of shooting in Atlanta near Four Seasons Hotel
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Armed person reported at Four Seasons in Atlanta

Police said they are responding to a report of an armed person at the Four Seasons Hotel in Atlanta.
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VIDEO: Armed person reported at Four Seasons in Atlanta
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Virginia au pair pleads guilty to manslaughter

Juliana Magalhaes pleaded guilty to manslaughter for shooting and killing Joseph Ryan in February of 2023.
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Juliana Magalhaes pleaded guilty to manslaughter for shooting and killing Joseph Ryan in February of 2023.
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School shooting survivor on gun violence, 2024 election

Gun control activist David Hogg says a “divided Congress” is the biggest obstacle to strengthening gun laws.
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VIDEO: School shooting survivor on gun violence, 2024 election
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3 charged with murder in connection with fatal shooting of New Jersey detective

Detective Sgt. Monica Mosley, with the Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office in New Jersey, was fatally shot at her home in Bridgeton on Oct. 15, according to police.
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New Jersey authorities are investigating after Det. Sgt. Monica Mosley with the Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office was killed during a home invasion in Bridgeton, N.J., Oct. 15, 2024.
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Minnesota man arrested in shooting incident with neighbor after yearlong dispute

A Minneapolis man is charged with attempted murder in the shooting of his neighbor, who had called police about the suspect's threats 19 times in the past year.
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Minnesota man arrested in shooting incident with neighbor after yearlong dispute
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Father ‘broken’ after son fatally shot at construction job

Salvador Ramirez, 23, was found with multiple gunshot wounds on Saturday morning, according to Atlanta police.
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Salvador Ramirez, 23, was found with multiple gunshot wounds on Saturday morning, according to Atlanta police.
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Advocates say gun violence still a big issue despite flurry of election topics

Attention paid to gun violence prevention has had to compete and, at times, has been overshadowed by other hot-button campaign topics.
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Students and community members gather at a makeshift memorial outside of Apalachee High School on September 5, 2024 in Winder, Georgia.
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Gun violence still a big voting issue despite flurry of election topics

From the June presidential debate to the October vice presidential debate, at least 134 people were killed in 149 mass shootings across the United States, according to the Gun Violence Archive.
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From the June presidential debate to the October vice presidential debate, at least 134 people were killed in 149 mass shootings across the United States, according to the Gun Violence Archive.
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Juror told conflicting theories in trial of ex-police officer in Andre Hill shooting

Opening statements were presented Thursday in the murder trial of former Columbus police officer Adam Coy, accused of killing Andre Hill.
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Former Ohio police officer Adam Coy appears in court, Oct. 24, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio.
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Man arrested in Arizona DNC office shootings: Police

A suspect has been arrested in connection to three separate shooting attacks on a Democratic National Committee office in Arizona, the Tempe Police Department said.
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In this screen grab from a video, law enforcement are on the scene where a suspicious white substance was found near Phoenix, Arizona.
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Man arrested in Arizona DNC office shootings

Jeffrey Michael Kelly, 60, faces multiple charges that include unlawful discharge, shooting at a non-residential structure, terrorism and criminal damage, according to police.
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Jeffrey Michael Kelly, 60, faces multiple charges that include unlawful discharge, shooting at a non-residential structure, terrorism and criminal damage, according to police.
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3 kids, 2 adults dead in 'tragic, domestic violence situation'; teen boy in custody

Three children and two adults are dead, and a teenage boy is in custody, following a domestic violence incident at a home in Washington state, authorities said.
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Two adults and three children are dead from a domestic incident in Fall City, Washington, Oct. 21, 2024.
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77-year-old woman accused of killing man who 'jokingly' asked her to shoot him

A 77-year-old woman was arrested after the alleged fatal shooting of a man who "jokingly" asked her to shoot him on Sunday.
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Kathleen Geiger is seen in this undated police handout.
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Baby shot and killed by toddler in parked car: Police

In Texas, a baby was shot and killed by a toddler who got ahold of a loaded gun while they were in a parked car, police said.
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In Texas, a baby was shot and killed by a toddler who got ahold of a loaded gun while they were in a parked car, police said.
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School shooting suspect hid long gun in poster board on the school bus, agent says

When Colt Gray rode the bus to his Georgia high school on the morning of Sept. 4, he had a long gun hidden in a poster board, video showed.
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When Colt Gray rode the bus to his Georgia high school on the morning of Sept. 4, he had a long gun hidden in a poster board, video showed.
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Detective shot, killed after suspects kicked in front door of her home: Police

A home invasion in New Jersey resulted in the death of Detective Sergeant Monica Mosley, who worked for the Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office, police said.
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VIDEO: Detective shot, killed after suspects kicked in front door of her home: Police
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School shooting suspect hid long gun in poster board on the school bus, agent says

When Colt Gray rode the bus to his Georgia high school on the morning of Sept. 4, he had a long gun hidden in a poster board, video showed.
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Law enforcement on the scene of mass shooting at Apalachee high school in Winder, Ga., Sept. 4, 2024.