According to the New York Times, the 26-year-old was charged with second degree murder, three gun charges, and forgery.After a nearly weeklong manhunt, authorities are relieved to have the thick-browed and green jacket-wearing suspect in possession.Subscribe to our newsletter for a refreshing cocktail (or mocktail) of LGBTQ+ entertainment and pop culture, served up with a side of eye-candy.But there’s one thing they’re still a little pissed about: all the internet thirst.
The United Healthcare CEO shooter was unmasked. Modern Robin Hood AND HES KINDA CUTE?! pic.twitter.com/SUCEoXlijdSince the assassination, some have declared Mangione to be a modern-day “Robin Hood” who’s out there “fighting big, evil corporations.” This viral hysteria “definitely” hampered the investigation, as former FBI agent Rob D’Amico told People Magazine.“If one person sees them and recognizes them and doesn’t make that phone call because of it, that can harm [the investigation,]” he explained.Contestants at the UnitedHealthcare CEO shooter lookalike contest in New York.
https://t.co/rfQCB5d9Z2Furthermore, the internet’s attraction to Mangione has made separating his looks and his actions even more difficult for the handful of doppelgängers walking amongst us.Over the weekend, a “UnitedHealthcare CEO shooter lookalike contest” took place in New York City.
Plus, gay TikTok creator Jake (@goobigubbi) revealed that his undeniable resemblance to Mangione had become a point of contention with his mother. Watch.In the clip (which has received over 9.1 million views), Jake slides into the front seat alongside his mother, whom he often pranks in his videos.He wears a green jacket, hood, and flashes a smile similar to the one Mangione showed in the viral Crimestoppers pics.