Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting case, was found to have a startling handwritten ‘manifesto’ on him at the time of his arrest.
This 26-year-old individual was apprehended on Monday morning in Altoona, Pennsylvania, in none other than a McDonald’s, thanks to a watchful employee who recognized him and notified the authorities.
In addition to the manifesto, Mangione was found in possession of some rather alarming items inside a backpack. This included a 3D-printed pistol and silencer, a loaded magazine containing six rounds, alongside a substantial amount of cash.
A senior member of the law enforcement team disclosed that the note Mangione had with him delved into details surrounding the shooting incident.
Allegedly, Mangione scribbled in the note that he acted alone, hinting at certain corporations taking advantage of the nation for profit, holding the public accountable for allowing such actions to continue.
Boldly, he labeled these corporations as ‘parasites’ and expressed remorse for the distress caused, yet justified his actions as necessary.
NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch elaborated on the circumstances of the arrest, stating, “The suspect’s presence at the McDonald’s was incidentally noted by an observant employee, who promptly informed the police. The responding officers approached Mangione, who appeared somewhat suspicious and carried numerous false identification cards, including a U.S. passport.”
Commissioner Tisch continued, “On further inspection, a firearm was discovered on him, alongside a suppressor, which were notably consistent with those used in the crime. The officers also uncovered disguising apparel and a hand-scripted document that revealed both his motivations and mindset.”
Authorities uncovered Mangione’s U.S. passport and approximately $8,000 in cash, alongside $2,000 in foreign currency. Although Mangione later contested the reported cash sum.
Investigators revealed that in the time leading up to the tragic event, Mangione had seemingly severed contact with his family. His mother had reported him missing back on November 18th.
Hailing from Maryland, Mangione’s last known residence was in Honolulu. Aaron Cranston, one of his classmates from Baltimore’s Gilman School, mentioned that the family had attempted to contact his peers earlier in the year in hopes of locating him.
Moreover, RJ Martin, a former roommate, shared insights into Mangione’s struggle with back pain. Martin recalled a conversation they had before Mangione moved in, where the latter expressed his desire to strengthen his back condition in Hawaii.
Martin commented on an X-ray image Mangione had sent him post-surgery, revealing significant spinal hardware. This personal history emerged after reports hinted that Mangione may have resented the healthcare CEO due to an association with the medical industry.
Mangione’s online presence included a Goodreads account listing five books about back pain, further underscoring the theme of his medical challenges.
During a notable court appearance, as reported by CNN, Mangione addressed several pointed questions regarding the cash found with him and suggested the possibility of the money being planted.
Currently, Mangione is detained without bail and is confronted with five charges, which include a severe felony for forgery and another for carrying a firearm without a proper license.
