<p>A New York judge on Tuesday (Sep 16) has dropped the terror charges against Luigi Mangione but ruled that a lower murder charge will still remain on him. Prosecutors had tried to prove that Mangione killed health-care executive Brian Thompson and mention it as an act of terrorism, but the court said that they did not provide enough evidence for that claim.</p><h2>What are the charges still on Luigi Mangione</h2><p>Judge Gregory Carro announced the decision on Tuesday, that the second-degree murder and other charges will still charge against him. This means Mangione will not face the possibility of life imprisonment without parole under state law. Although, he still faces federal murder charges against him. The court order is seen as a setback for Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, who had pushed for a strong terrorism case.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/luigi-mangione-s-terror-charges-dropped-why-did-he-kill-unitedhealthcare-ceo-brian-thompson-1758036869035"><strong>Luigi Mangione appears in New York court, terror charges dropped: Why did he kill UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The 27-year-old is accused of shooting Thompson, an UnitedHealth Group executive, outside a Manhattan hotel, last year. He was later caught at a McDonald’s restaurant in Pennsylvania.</p><h2>What are Mangione’s charges in New York</h2><ul><li>Murder in the Second Degree, a class A-I felony</li><li>Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree, as class C felony, two counts</li><li>Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Third Degree, a class D felony, four counts</li><li>Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Fourth Degree, a class E felony, one count</li><li>Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument in the Second Degree, a class D felony, one count</li></ul><h3>What are Mangione’s Pennsylvania charges</h3><ul><li>Possession of fraudulent document (ID), two counts</li><li>Possession of a firearm without a license, one count</li><li>Forgery, one count</li><li>Possession of a firearm, one count</li></ul><h3>What are Mangione’s Federal charges</h3><ul><li>Stalking, two counts</li><li>Murder through use of a firearm, one count</li><li>Using a firearm equipped with a silencer while committing a crime of violence, one count</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Prosecutors also argued that the killing was meant to send a message to the health-care industry and the public. But Judge Carro agreed with defense lawyers that the facts did not meet the legal standard for terrorism. After the hearing, Mangione, was seen dressed in prison clothing.</p>

Luigi Mangione is accused of shooting Brian Thompson, an UnitedHealth Group executive, outside a Manhattan hotel, last year in December. He was later caught at a McDonald’s restaurant in Pennsylvania.

A New York judge on Tuesday (Sep 16) has dropped the terror charges against Luigi Mangione but ruled that a lower murder charge will still remain on him. Prosecutors had tried to prove that Mangione killed health-care executive Brian Thompson and mention it as an act of terrorism, but the court said that they did not provide enough evidence for that claim. What are the charges still on Luigi Mangione Judge Gregory Carro announced the decision on Tuesday, that the second-degree murder and other charges will still charge against him. This means Mangione will not face the possibility of life imprisonment without parole under state law. Although, he still faces federal murder charges against him. The court order is seen as a setback for Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, who had pushed for a strong terrorism case. Also Read - Luigi Mangione appears in New York court, terror charges dropped: Why did he kill UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson The 27-year-old is accused of shooting Thompson, an UnitedHealth Group executive, outside a Manhattan hotel, last year. He was later caught at a McDonald’s restaurant in Pennsylvania. What are Mangione’s charges in New York Murder in the Second Degree, a class A-I felony Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree, as class C felony, two counts Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Third Degree, a class D felony, four counts Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Fourth Degree, a class E felony, one count Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument in the Second Degree, a class D felony, one count What are Mangione’s Pennsylvania charges Possession of fraudulent document (ID), two counts Possession of a firearm without a license, one count Forgery, one count Possession of a firearm, one count What are Mangione’s Federal charges Stalking, two counts Murder through use of a firearm, one count Using a firearm equipped with a silencer while committing a crime of violence, one count Prosecutors also argued that the killing was meant to send a message to the health-care industry and the public. But Judge Carro agreed with defense lawyers that the facts did not meet the legal standard for terrorism. After the hearing, Mangione, was seen dressed in prison clothing.

<p>Luigi Mangione is accused of shooting Brian Thompson, an UnitedHealth Group executive, outside a Manhattan hotel, last year in December. He was later caught at a McDonald’s restaurant in Pennsylvania.</p>

Terrorism charges against Luigi Mangione dropped: What state and federal charges does he still face in United Healthcare CEO's murder case?

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<p>New details suggest that the suspect who shot UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on Wednesday (Dec. 4) may have left a cryptic message on bullet casings found at the crime scene.</p>

<p>As per the New York Post citing police sources, the words "deny," "depose," and "defend" were inscribed on the shell casings recovered outside the Hilton Hotel on Sixth Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, the spot where Thompson, 50, was shot on Wednesday morning.</p>

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<p>The report suggested that the police recovered three live nine-millimetre rounds and three discharged shell casings from the area. Each had a single word written on it, suggesting the suspect may have been trying to convey a message, though its meaning remains unclear. The shooter’s identity and motive are still unknown, and he is still at large.</p>

<p>A water bottle and a mobile phone were also recovered, with police believing the items may have been dropped by the gunman while running from&nbsp;the crime scene. Forensic tests are underway to extract DNA and fingerprints from the objects, as per a CNN report.</p>

<p>NYPD Chief of Detectives, Joseph Kenny, said that the suspect came from behind a car and shot Thompson in the back and right calf at around 6:46 am. The attacker then walked between two vehicles, escaped on a bicycle, and disappeared into Central Park. Kenny called the killing a "targeted attack" rather than a random act of violence.</p>

<p>Thompson, who joined UnitedHealth Group in 2004 and became CEO of UnitedHealthcare in 2021, was due to speak at an investor conference at the Hilton at 8:00 am, about 75 minutes after the shooting.</p>

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<p>As of Thursday morning, no arrests had been made. The NYPD is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to the suspect.</p>

<p>UnitedHealth Group released a statement expressing their condolences: “We are deeply saddened and shocked at the passing of our dear friend and colleague Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare. Brian was a highly respected colleague and friend to all who worked with him. We are working closely with the New York Police Department and ask for your patience and understanding during this difficult time. Our hearts go out to Brian’s family and all who were close to him.”</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


New details suggest that the suspect who shot UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on Wednesday (Dec. 4) may have left a cryptic message on bullet casings found at the crime scene.

New details suggest that the suspect who shot UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on Wednesday (Dec. 4) may have left a cryptic message on bullet casings found at the crime scene. As per the New York Post citing police sources, the words "deny," "depose," and "defend" were inscribed on the shell casings recovered outside the Hilton Hotel on Sixth Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, the spot where Thompson, 50, was shot on Wednesday morning. Also read: UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s wife says he received ‘some threats’ before shooting The report suggested that the police recovered three live nine-millimetre rounds and three discharged shell casings from the area. Each had a single word written on it, suggesting the suspect may have been trying to convey a message, though its meaning remains unclear. The shooter’s identity and motive are still unknown, and he is still at large. A water bottle and a mobile phone were also recovered, with police believing the items may have been dropped by the gunman while running from the crime scene. Forensic tests are underway to extract DNA and fingerprints from the objects, as per a CNN report. NYPD Chief of Detectives, Joseph Kenny, said that the suspect came from behind a car and shot Thompson in the back and right calf at around 6:46 am. The attacker then walked between two vehicles, escaped on a bicycle, and disappeared into Central Park. Kenny called the killing a "targeted attack" rather than a random act of violence. Thompson, who joined UnitedHealth Group in 2004 and became CEO of UnitedHealthcare in 2021, was due to speak at an investor conference at the Hilton at 8:00 am, about 75 minutes after the shooting. Watch: Donald Trump Mulls Replacing Pete Hegseth With Florida Governor Ron DeSantis As of Thursday morning, no arrests had been made. The NYPD is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to the suspect. UnitedHealth Group released a statement expressing their condolences: “We are deeply saddened and shocked at the passing of our dear friend and colleague Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare. Brian was a highly respected colleague and friend to all who worked with him. We are working closely with the New York Police Department and ask for your patience and understanding during this difficult time. Our hearts go out to Brian’s family and all who were close to him.” (With inputs from agencies)

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Terrorism charges against Luigi Mangione dropped: What state and federal charges does he still face in United Healthcare CEO's murder case?

'Deny, depose, defend': Man who shot UnitedHealthcare CEO reportedly left cryptic message on bullet casings