Luigi Mangione, the man accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, will face a trial by 12 anonymous jurors. Justice Gregory Carro issued the order on Tuesday, citing the significant public attention and notoriety the case has garnered over the past two years. Anonymity for jurors is a measure typically reserved for cases where there is a perceived risk of harassment or external influence due to intense media scrutiny.

While the procedural details regarding the jury are now set, the broader legal proceedings remain in the early stages. According to reports from the BBC, the defense team has not yet disclosed their strategy for the trial. Simultaneously, prosecutors and defense counsel are currently engaged in ongoing disputes regarding the admissibility and handling of evidence. The Hill notes that the trial is slated to begin in September, though the legal maneuvering between the two sides suggests that preparations are still evolving. There is currently no consensus on the timeline for pre-trial motions, as both sides continue to navigate the complexities of the case's evidence requirements.