Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg is confident in the extradition and prosecution of Luigi Mangione, charged with the second-degree murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Mangione, who allegedly used a 3D-printed gun, faces additional charges, including weapon possession. Despite his attorney's claims of no evidence, forensic links have been established. The case has sparked online controversy, with some expressing support for Mangione, which Bragg condemns. The DA emphasizes the seriousness of the crime and the focus on accountability.
Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, allegedly used a "ghost gun," a type of untraceable firearm often assembled at home using 3D-printed parts. These guns, lacking serial numbers, are becoming easier to obtain, raising concerns about their use in crimes. The Biden administration's policy to regulate ghost guns is currently being challenged in the Supreme Court. Between 2016 and 2021, over 45,000 ghost guns were recovered from crime scenes, highlighting the growing issue.
Gun rights organizations, including the Rocky Mountain Gun Owners and the National Association for Gun Rights, have filed a lawsuit against Colorado's ban on ghost guns—untraceable firearms assembled from parts or made using 3D printers. The ban, which took effect on January 1, 2023, is being challenged on the grounds that it violates Second Amendment rights. The lawsuit follows a significant increase in the use of ghost guns in crimes and is part of a broader series of legal challenges against recent gun control measures in Colorado. Governor Jared Polis, named as the defendant, has not commented due to the ongoing litigation.
