Mangione Pleads Guilty to Federal Stalking Charges in UnitedHealthcare CEO Murder Case
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges in Manhattan court related to the death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Mangione admitted to shooting Thompson three times in the back on December 4, 2024, as he walked into a Midtown hotel for an investor conference.
The killing drew widespread attention and sparked debate about the US healthcare system. Some supporters portrayed Mangione as a hero, while others called for a tough punishment.
Mangione's lawyer seeks to dismiss state murder charges, citing double jeopardy protections under New York law.