On December 4, 2024, Brian Thompson, CEO of United Healthcare, was murdered, igniting controversy over alleged insider trading and casting suspicion on suspect Luigi Mangione. Private investigator Eric Zelaya and Dr. Craig Wetterer examine the motive behind the crime, the influence of greed, the psychological factors involved, and the circumstances that may have led to Thompson's tragic demise. Does this murder signal a rise in vigilante violence, and how does social media amplify violent messages and incite violence? Explore the complex dynamics behind this shocking case. Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Case of Brian Thompson01:01 Frustrations with Insurance Providers10:40 The Financial Landscape of UnitedHealthcare14:05 The Allegations Against Brian Thompson15:30 Investigating Luigi Mangione22:35 Analyzing the Evidence and Motives28:24 The Dark Web and Murder for Hire29:51 Public Support and Vigilante Justice30:48 Jury Nullification and Moral Justification35:30 Caste System in Criminal Justice38:53 Social Media's Influence on Justice41:59 The Role of Technology in Crime45:43 The Future of Serial Killings53:20 Concluding Thoughts on Violence and JusticeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/killer-psychologist--6020549/support.
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On December 4, 2024, Brian Thompson, CEO of United Healthcare, was murdered, igniting controversy over alleged insider trading and casting suspicion on suspect Luigi Mangione. Private investigator Eric Zelaya and Dr. Craig Wetterer examine the motive behind the crime, the influence of greed, the psychological factors involved, and the circumstances that may have led to Thompson's tragic demise. Does this murder signal a rise in vigilante violence, and how does social media amplify violent messag...