"Mangione's Murder Case Takes Shocking Turn: Defense Abandons Psychiatric Defense. In a stunning reversal, the legal team of 28-year-old Mangione announced Thursday that they will not present psychiatric evidence in his state murder case, just a day after hinting at a possible defense based on mental health. The sudden shift in strategy has left many wondering about the motivations behind this decision and what it might mean for Mangione's chances of acquittal. As the trial approaches, one thing is clear: the Mangione case is full of twists and turns, and this latest development is sure to raise even more questions about the events surrounding the alleged crime."


In a court filing Thursday, Mangione's legal team said they won't file psychiatric evidence in the 28-year-old's state murder case. The move came a day after his lawyers said they planned to pursue a psychiatric defense.