Bullets in Mangione bag convinced police he was CEO killing suspect, court hears

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Associated PressDecember 8, 2025 at 11:35 PM

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Luigi Mangione, charged with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, is fighting to suppress evidence in his New York murder case. During a pre-trial hearing in Pennsylvania, testimony revealed that police found a loaded gun magazine in Mangione's backpack during his arrest at a McDonald's in Altoona, leading them to believe he was the suspect. Mangione's lawyers argue the search was illegal without a warrant, while prosecutors maintain it was justified and a warrant was later obtained. The evidence in question includes the magazine, a 9mm handgun, and a notebook. The hearing, addressing the state case, focuses on whether this evidence can be used against Mangione, who has pleaded not guilty to state and federal murder charges.

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