New York judge tosses terrorism charges against Luigi Mangione, lets murder count stand
Judge Gregory Carro ruled that ideological motive alone does not meet New York's legal definition of terrorism; Mangione faces up to 25 years to life for second-degree murder.
- A New York judge dismissed terrorism charges against Luigi Mangione related to the December 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson but maintained second-degree murder charges against him for the same incident.
- Judge Gregory Carro ruled that prosecutors did not present enough evidence to prove that Mangione intended to intimidate or coerce a civilian population.
- Mangione, who pleaded not guilty, faces both state and federal charges, including a possible death penalty in federal court.
- The case has sparked protests against the health care industry, drawing attention to high-profile acts of violence and healthcare costs in the U.S.
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JUST IN: Charges Dropped Against CEO Shooter Luigi Mangione
State charges of terrorism have been dropped against Luigi Mangione, the suspect behind last year’s shooting of a healthcare CEO that captivated the nation during a four-day manhunt through Manhattan. Mangione walked into Manhattan Criminal Court shortly after 9:30 a.m., shackled and wearing a tan prison jumpsuit. He listened as a judge considered the government’s charges while members of the media packed the courtroom and supporters stood outsi…
Luigi Mangione: Terrorism charges dropped against alleged killer of healthcare boss
A New York state judge said the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare chief executive Brian Thompson did not amount to a terrorist act - but said the 27-year-old suspect could be charged with second-degree murder.
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