Mangione, 26, is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, 50, in New York last week. This incident led to a nationwide search for the suspect.

After appeals from law enforcement, Mangione was recognized by a McDonald’s employee in Altoona, Pennsylvania, who contacted the authorities on Monday (December 9).

New York City Police Department (NYPD) Commissioner Jessica Tisch explained: “The suspect was in a McDonald’s and was recognized by an employee who then called local police.”

“Responding officers questioned the suspect, who was acting suspiciously and was carrying multiple fraudulent IDs, as well as a US passport.”

“Further investigation revealed a firearm on his person, along with a suppressor, both matching the weapon used in the murder.”

“They also found clothing, including a mask, similar to those worn by our wanted individual.”

“Additionally, officers recovered a handwritten document that speaks to both his motivation and mindset.”

Following his identification, the 26-year-old was apprehended and appeared in court the next day.

As Mangione arrived at Blair County Courthouse on December 10, he shouted and resisted officers as he entered the building.

“It’s completely out of touch and an insult to the intelligence of the American people. It’s lived experience,” Mangione proclaimed.

He now faces charges of murder and four additional counts, including firearm-related charges, and is contesting extradition back to New York.

During the brief hearing, bail was denied. Mangione has 14 days to appeal this decision.

Prosecutors have a month to obtain a governor’s warrant from New York.

Throughout the hearing, Mangione, clad in an orange jumpsuit, mostly sat silently, occasionally looking over documents, rocking in his chair, or glancing at the audience.

At one point, as he attempted to speak in response to court proceedings, his lawyer, Thomas Dickey, instructed him to remain silent.

Following the hearing, Dickey addressed the media outside the courthouse, stating that they have not yet received any evidence.

“We’re going to take a look at stuff and we’re doing to fight it tooth and nail,” he informed reporters, according to Sky News.

“He’s being accused of some serious matters and I think he’s taking it as well as he can.”

In court, Dickey questioned whether the second-degree murder charge, as filed in New York, might qualify for bail under Pennsylvania law. However, prosecutors highlighted concerns regarding public safety and the risk of Mangione fleeing, leading to the judge’s denial of bail.