Luigi Mangione, arrested in connection with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, has sparked an unexpected wave of support across social media platforms. His arrest on Monday has led to a surge in followers on his Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) accounts, with many users calling for his release under the hashtag #FreeLuigi.
Mangione, a 26-year-old man, was apprehended in Altoona, Pennsylvania, after a McDonald’s employee identified him. He faces firearms charges, and authorities have confirmed that he is a key suspect in Thompson’s death. The New York Police Department (NYPD) reported that they found a ghost gun, suppressor, and an anti-healthcare manifesto in Mangione’s possession, which has further fueled public speculation about his motivations.
The arrest has triggered an outpouring of support from netizens across platforms such as X, Instagram, TikTok, and Reddit. The #FreeLuigi hashtag is trending, with many users portraying Mangione as an anti-establishment figure. “He’s …