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Key Evidence Admitted in Mangione Murder Trial: Gun and Writings Under Scrutiny

Daniel Carter - May 18, 2026 - 11

In a pivotal ruling for the ongoing murder trial of Luigi Mangione, a New York judge has decided that a firearm and personal writings discovered in Mangione's possession will be allowed as evidence. This comes amid a complex legal backdrop involving the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in December 2024.

Judge Gregory Carro announced on Monday that while the gun and a notebook could be presented in court, other items, such as a magazine, cellphone, passport, wallet, and computer chip found during an initial encounter at a Pennsylvania McDonald's, would be inadmissible.

According to Judge Carro, the initial search conducted by authorities was deemed

Source: BBC News - World

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