Luigi Mangione may pursue insanity defense in murder case of UnitedHealthcare CEO

newsweek.com December 27, 2024, 01:01 PM UTC

Luigi Mangione, accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, may rely on an insanity defense due to strong evidence against him. His attorney suggests this is the only viable option, as jury nullification is unlikely. Mangione, 26, allegedly shot Thompson on December 4 in New York, claiming it was a protest against the insurance industry. He faces federal murder charges and state charges, including murder in the furtherance of terrorism, and has pleaded not guilty. His next court appearance for state charges is set for February 21. No date has been scheduled for his federal plea, and he remains in custody in Brooklyn, New York.


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