Highlights
- Luigi Mangione breaks silence, thanking supporters for their letters and donations.
- A website launched by his legal team provides case updates and counters misinformation.
- Supporters have raised nearly $400,000 for his legal defense.
- Authorities claim Mangione’s writings and engraved bullets criticized the healthcare industry.
- He faces multiple charges, including first-degree murder in furtherance of terrorism.
- If convicted in federal court, he could face the death penalty.
- His next court appearance is scheduled for February 21 in Manhattan.
Luigi Mangione’s First Public Statement Since Arrest
Luigi Mangione, the 26-year-old Ivy League graduate accused of murdering United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, has spoken publicly for the first time since his arrest.
Mangione, who was captured after a six-day manhunt, faces multiple state and federal charges, including first-degree murder in furtherance of terrorism.
In a statement released through his legal team’s newly launched website, Mangione expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support he has received while being held at Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC).
“I am overwhelmed by – and grateful for – everyone who has written me to share their stories and express their support,” Mangione said. “Powerfully, this support has transcended political, racial, and even class divisions, as mail has flooded MDC from across the country, and around the globe.”
He added that while he cannot respond to most letters, he reads every one he receives.
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Website Launched to Counter Misinformation and Manage Inquiries
Due to the extraordinary number of inquiries and messages sent in support of Mangione, his legal team has set up a dedicated website to provide case updates and address misinformation.
The site also includes an FAQ section where his attorneys have requested that people temporarily refrain from sending books since Mangione has already received numerous copies.
“Luigi appreciates the books people have sent, but he asks that no more be sent for now,” his legal team stated.
The website also notes that supporters have been sending him photographs. “Luigi appreciates the photos that are sent and kindly asks that people send no more than five at a time.”
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Supporters Raise Hundreds of Thousands for Legal Defense
Mangione’s case has sparked widespread attention, with thousands rallying in his defense. Online fundraisers have raised nearly $400,000 for his legal fees.
Protesters across the country have chanted slogans like “Free Luigi” while also criticizing healthcare insurance corruption in the U.S.
Authorities revealed that when Mangione was arrested in Pennsylvania, he carried writings condemning the healthcare industry.
The bullets used in Thompson’s fatal shooting reportedly had the words “Deny, Defend, Depose” engraved on them—terms associated with insurance companies’ alleged tactics to avoid paying claims.
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Facing Trial on Multiple Charges
Mangione was arrested on December 10 at a McDonald’s in Altoona, Pennsylvania, and extradited to New York on December 19. In Pennsylvania, he faces charges of carrying a firearm without a license, forgery, and additional offenses.
In New York, he faces 11 charges, including first-degree murder in furtherance of terrorism, second-degree murder, and weapons offenses.
If convicted in federal court, Mangione could face the death penalty. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges.
His next court appearance is scheduled for February 21 in Manhattan.
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