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Fake FBI Agent Nabbed Trying to Free Murder Suspect
30 Jan
Summary
- Man arrested for posing as FBI agent at NYC jail.
- He claimed to have a court order to release Luigi Mangione.
- Authorities found a pizza cutter and barbecue fork on him.
A man impersonating an FBI agent was arrested Wednesday night at the Metropolitan Detention Center in New York City. Mark Anderson, 36, of Minnesota, allegedly presented himself to jail staff claiming he had a court order to release Luigi Mangione, who is facing state and federal murder charges.
Anderson was apprehended after he failed to produce proper credentials, instead showing a Minnesota driver's license and attempting to use fabricated documents. Jail officers discovered a barbecue fork and a pizza cutter wheel in his possession.
The incident occurred as Mangione's legal cases are advancing. His state murder trial is being urged to set a July 1 date, while a federal judge is expected to rule soon on whether to pursue the death penalty and admit certain evidence against him.
Luigi Mangione, accused in the December 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, has garnered a significant following. Supporters often wear green and display "Free Luigi" messages, viewing his case as a protest against the health insurance industry.
