Mangione state trial: Certain evidence suppressed, key evidence allowed
Luigi Mangione's state murder trial is set to begin on September 8, 2026, following a judge's ruling on evidence admissibility. Certain items seized from his backpack were suppressed, while key evidence, including the alleged murder weapon, will be allowed. Mangione faces charges related to the December 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
- ▪The judge ruled that evidence from Mangione's backpack must be suppressed, but evidence from the stationhouse will be allowed.
- ▪Mangione's defense argued that the search of his backpack without a warrant violated his rights.
- ▪His legal defense fund has surpassed $1.5 million as he prepares for his upcoming trial.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onLuigi Mangione state trial: Certain evidence suppressed, key evidence allowedMangione is facing state and federal trials for the December 2024 killing.ByAaron Katersky, Peter Charalambous, and Tonya SimpsonMay 18, 2026, 10:02 AM0:31Luigi Mangione appears in Manhattan Criminal Court, Dec. 8, 2025, in New York.
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