BBC News - Suspect in healthcare CEO killing arrested after being spotted at McDonald's | BBC News
The investigation into the murder of United Healthcare executive Brian Thompson in New York has led police to question 26-year-old Luigi Mangion, who was arrested in Pennsylvania on firearms charges. Mangion was identified as a person of interest after being recognized by a McDonald's employee from police-circulated photos. Upon arrest, he was found with a ghost gun and a suppressor, items believed to be linked to the crime. Additionally, he had a mask matching the suspect's description and a handwritten note indicating a motive related to grievances with corporate America. Authorities are working to extradite Mangion to New York, as they believe he is the suspect responsible for Thompson's death.
Key Points:
- Luigi Mangion, 26, was arrested in Pennsylvania on firearms charges and is a person of interest in the murder of Brian Thompson.
- Mangion was identified by a McDonald's employee from police-circulated photos, leading to his arrest.
- He was found with a ghost gun and suppressor, believed to be linked to the crime, and a mask matching the suspect's description.
- A handwritten note indicating a motive related to corporate grievances was found with Mangion.
- Authorities are seeking to extradite Mangion to New York, believing him to be the suspect in Thompson's murder.