Accused UnitedHealthcare CEO Killer Luigi Mangione Works in Brooklyn Jail

Luigi Mangione, accused of assassinating UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, is currently held at the Brooklyn Metropolitan Detention Center where he has gained notoriety and is seen by some as a hero for opposing predatory healthcare practices. Fellow inmate Michael Daddea, who briefly shared a cell with Mangione, described him as friendly and approachable, noting that Mangione was one of the first inmates to welcome him and form a friendship. Mangione works as a 'collie' in prison, a role that involves duties such as cleaning showers, and he keeps physically active by running laps around the unit while following news coverage about himself. Despite his alleged crime, Mangione is considered a model prisoner by his legal team and has a significant presence among inmates, who recognize him widely. Daddea's video recounting their interactions gained substantial attention online before being deleted. The relationship dynamics and Mangione’s behavior in jail offer a rare glimpse into his life during over 175 days of pre-trial detention.