Luigi Mangione Extradited to New York, Faces Charges Eligible for Death Penalty in CEO Killing

Dec 19, 2024, 11:54 PM

Luigi Mangione, 26, has been extradited to New York to face federal charges in the shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Mangione is charged with first-degree murder and killing as an act of terrorism, which carry penalties up to life in prison. Federal prosecutors have charged him with murder through the use of a firearm and a firearms offense involving a silencer, stalking, and a count of murder that could bring the death penalty if convicted. Mangione waived extradition during a court appearance in Pennsylvania and was transported to New York via plane and helicopter. Upon arrival, he was escorted by New York City Mayor Eric Adams and law enforcement, with Mayor Adams personally overseeing the transfer. Mangione made his first appearance in Manhattan federal court and is being held without bail. Prosecutors allege that Mangione stalked Thompson for days before the killing, planning the attack methodically. A notebook recovered upon his arrest allegedly contained notes stating an intent to "whack" Thompson. Supporters of Mangione gathered outside the courthouse, some traveling from around the country and calling for changes to the U.S. private health care system.