New York police released these photos of what they said was "the individual sought in connection to this investigation." (New York Police Department)

Thompson’s two sons are Wayzata High School students, one current and one who graduated this past spring. His eldest son lettered three years on the lacrosse team, said one of his coaches.

His parents “were present around all of the team events,” said assistant coach Brandon Carlson, who saw breaking news reports of Brian Thompson’s death but had not realized it was the father of his former athlete.

Brian and Paulette Thompson “were very supportive of their son,” Carlson said. “He’s an amazing young man and a teammate everyone would want to have.”

His second son is a sophomore and active on the track and field team.

Wayzata High School Principal Scott Gengler sent a note to staff Wednesday morning expressing deep sympathies to the family. “In response, Wayzata High School has taken immediate steps to support our students and staff, as they process this devastating event,” Gengler wrote in a memo shared with the Minnesota Star Tribune. “Our student support teams are available and are offering a safe and supportive space for students and staff to grieve and find comfort. Additionally, our dedicated team of social workers is available to provide personalized support and guidance for those who need it.”

Thompson was an executive with the company for two decades. He graduated in 1997 from the University of Iowa, where he studied business administration and accounting, according to a LinkedIn page.