Luigi Mangione charged with healthcare CEO's murder

The suspect faces first-degree murder and second-degree murder charges in the killing of CEO Brian Thompson.

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Mr Mangione faces various charges, including first-degree murder, and two counts of second-degree murder, one of which describes the killing as an act of "terrorism", Bragg said.

"The intent was to sow terror," New York District Attorney Alvin Bragg said, calling the shooting a "frightening, well-planned and targeted murder".

Mr Mangione is scheduled to appear for a court hearing on 19 December over whether he will be extradited to New York on the charges, though Mr Bragg suggested the suspect may not fight extradition.

"We have indications the defendant may waive that hearing," Mr Bragg said.

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