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American Focus > Blog > Tech and Science > Luigi Mangione’s Alleged Ghost Gun and Other Antisurveillance Tech, Explained
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Luigi Mangione’s Alleged Ghost Gun and Other Antisurveillance Tech, Explained

Last updated: December 13, 2024 2:17 pm
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Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old suspect, is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare chief executive Brian Thompson on a busy Manhattan sidewalk. Despite the highly surveilled urban setting, Mangione took elaborate steps to evade detection. Wearing a mask and hood, he used a silenced pistol to muffle the gunshots. When apprehended at a McDonald’s in Altoona, Pennsylvania, Mangione presented a fake ID and carried a functional handgun with 3D-printed parts, known as a ghost gun.

Investigators found a handwritten note detailing Mangione’s motives and method. The document mentioned using basic CAD skills for 3D printing gun parts. The gun in Mangione’s possession matched bullet casings recovered from the crime scene, according to the New York City Police Department Commissioner Jessica Tisch.

Facing forgery and weapons charges in Pennsylvania, Mangione is also charged with second-degree murder in New York State. His extradition is being contested by his lawyer, Thomas Dickey. The presence of the 3D-printed gun raises questions about its connection to the crime.

Despite Mangione’s efforts to avoid detection, he was ultimately caught. The extensive surveillance in New York City, with over 25,500 cameras, did not immediately identify him. The case was resolved with a tip from an employee at the McDonald’s in Altoona. Mangione’s attempt to flee without a clear plan highlights the challenges of evading law enforcement.

The use of a ghost gun in the killing of Thompson sheds light on the prevalence of unserialized firearms. These weapons, made from easily accessible materials, are untraceable due to the lack of serial numbers. The Biden administration’s crackdown on ghost guns aimed to regulate their production but faced legal challenges.

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Mangione’s use of a fake ID, cash transactions, and a Faraday bag for concealment further complicates the case. The discovery of the fake ID and the large sum of cash in his possession raised suspicions. Mangione’s attempt to deceive authorities highlights the lengths he went to cover his tracks.

In conclusion, Mangione’s alleged sophisticated measures to evade detection ultimately failed. The case underscores the challenges of investigating crimes involving ghost guns and the importance of effective law enforcement strategies in solving such cases.

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