An eyebrow tip and McDonald's footage: Takeaways from Luigi Mangione's evidence hearing

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 5 min read 100% complete December 13, 2025 at 02:18 AM

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Luigi Mangione, accused of the 2024 murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, is undergoing a pre-trial hearing focused on suppressing evidence. The hearing is examining the circumstances of Mangione's arrest at a McDonald's in Altoona, Pennsylvania, days after the Manhattan shooting. Testimony and footage revealed that a McDonald's customer identified Mangione based on his distinctive eyebrows, leading to his arrest. Prosecutors are presenting evidence, including items from Mangione's backpack and statements he made to officers, while the defense aims to exclude these from the trial. The hearing involves questioning numerous witnesses, including McDonald's employees and arresting officers.

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