TikTok users who would normally leap at the chance to identify an alleged criminal are standing down during the manhunt for the killer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

Summary

Internet sleuths, who often assist in high-profile investigations, are notably silent on the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

Popular figures like TizzyEnt and Savannah Sparks cited disinterest, with some expressing disdain for the U.S. healthcare system, which has faced heightened criticism amid record-low public satisfaction.

Many online users appear apathetic, failing to empathize with the wealthy victim.

The lack of engagement contrasts with past cases like Gabby Petito’s, where online communities played key roles. Meanwhile, the NYPD continues its investigation, releasing surveillance footage and offering a $10,000 reward for tips.

  • Phoenicianpirate@lemm.eeEnglish
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    16 days ago

    I am no sleuth, but I wouldn’t turn this guy in for 25 million dollars. United Healthcare denied a relative of mine emergency Healthcare when their policies said they would.

    As for AI helping… the AI used by unitedhealth had a 90% failure rate and the military AI used by Israel had used to allegedly differentiate civilians from military basically tagged everyone as a target.

    So I am not particularly looking forward to it.