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Authorities arrested a 35-year-old Minnesota man on Wednesday night, January 28, 2026, after he tried to free Luigi Mangione from prison.
Mark Anderson arrived at the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) in Brooklyn, where Mangione is held.
According to court documents, Anderson claimed he was an FBI agent and presented a driver's license when prison staff asked for his credentials.
He allegedly told workers he had paperwork signed by a judge that authorized Mangione's release.
During a search of Anderson's backpack, the Federal Bureau of Prisons found a barbecue fork and an object that looked like a pizza cutter.
Anderson had reportedly traveled to New York City for a job that fell through and had recently worked at a pizzeria.
On Thursday, officials charged him with impersonating an FBI agent. This bizarre attempt adds another chapter to the high-profile case surrounding Mangione.
Luigi Mangione remains in jail as he waits for his trials. Prosecutors accuse him of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in December 2024.
The case has drawn significant public attention and sparked a mix of reactions online.
Despite having supporters who advocate for his release, Luigi Mangione faces serious federal and state charges that will keep him in custody for the foreseeable future.
The MDC Brooklyn facility also houses other notable inmates, including former Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro.
Security at the prison remains tight, and officials quickly spotted the inconsistencies in Anderson's story.
This incident highlights the unusual nature of the support Mangione has received since his arrest. For now, the legal process continues as both sides prepare for the upcoming court dates.
