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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jack Queen

Luigi Mangione judge issues rare ruling ahead of upcoming trial

  • New York State Justice Gregory Carro ruled that the jury in Luigi Mangione 's upcoming state murder trial will remain anonymous.
  • Mangione is accused of shooting and killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a Manhattan hotel in December 2024.
  • The 28-year-old defendant has pleaded not guilty to state murder, weapons, and forgery charges, as well as federal stalking charges.
  • Jury selection is scheduled to begin on September 8, with an overflow courtroom provided for the press and public.
  • Prosecutors plan to present extensive evidence including DNA, ballistics, and surveillance video, while defense attorneys have hinted at an extreme mental health defense.

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