Luigi Mangione Admits to Shooting Brian Thompson in Manhattan

Herz — World Desk · 14 August 2026 at 17:12 · 30s summary · 2 min read

What We Know

Luigi Mangione admitted on Friday before a federal judge in New York to shooting Brian Thompson, according to Tribune de Genève and 24heures. He stated that the victim died from the gunshots.

Brian Thompson had been leading UnitedHealthcare since 2021. Mangione stated he shot him in Manhattan on the morning of December 4.

Before federal judge Margaret Garnett, Mangione pleaded guilty to stalking charges. His attorney, Karen Friedman Agnifilo, had announced that he was ready to admit to these charges at this stage.

Two Separate Cases

At the federal level, Mangione is being prosecuted on two stalking charges related to the pursuit of Brian Thompson. He faces life imprisonment without the possibility of parole.

In the New York State case, he is charged with murder. He pleaded not guilty and also faces life imprisonment without the possibility of parole.

Next Legal Steps

The trial is set to begin on September 8 with jury selection. However, Mangione's lawyers are expected to attempt to block the trial from proceeding.

The defense is expected to argue that the federal guilty plea prevents a second trial for the same conduct.

Timeline

1. Morning of December 4
   Mangione states he shot Brian Thompson in Manhattan.
2. Friday
   He admits to the shooting before a federal judge and pleads guilty to stalking charges.
3. September 8
   Jury selection is scheduled to begin the trial.

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