Luigi Mangione in New York state court after missing appearance this week

Luigi Mangione has appeared in Manhattan state court on Wednesday after missing an appearance earlier this week due to a paperwork error. He was escorted into court at approximately 9.47am, wearing a deep blue suit and pale shirt, without a tie, and restrained with handcuffs.

Mangione’s appearance relates to the 4 December 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on a New York City street in late 2024.

He faces state and federal charges in Thompson’s death, and has pleaded not guilty in both cases. In Mangione’s state case, he faces nine counts including second-degree murder.

Mangione’s state trial is scheduled for 8 September. His federal case involves stalking charges.

The slaying on a Midtown street both launched an extensive manhunt for Thompson’s killed and a surge of public anger against the US healthcare system – which has long been derided for placing profits over patients.

Mangione was scheduled to appear in Judge Gregory Carro’s courtroom on Tuesday. Shortly after 10am, however, Carro informed the court that Mangione was not brought to court from jail as required, necessitating re-scheduling.

Prosecutor Joel Seidemann told the court, “It’s on us.” He explained that the prosecutors got paperwork signed that would have green-lighted Mangione’s transport, it was not delivered as required.

Mangione’s state case spiraled into secrecy on 3 June. Carro held a closed-door proceeding with Mangione, his team, and prosecutors despite press objections.

Court proceedings are presumed open in New York and US courts and journalists have a right to petition against potential closures, both in person and via letter. Carro refused to hear them.