Mangione lawyers to meet federal prosecutors over stalking charges

**Mangione Charged with Two Federal Stalking Offenses**

A federal indictment has been filed against John A. Mangione, who now faces two separate stalking charges that carry a maximum penalty of life imprisonment without parole. The indictment alleges that Mangione engaged in a pattern of threatening and harassing conduct toward a former colleague, violating federal stalking statutes that apply to individuals who repeatedly contact or observe a victim in a manner that causes reasonable fear of bodily injury or death. Prosecutors say the alleged conduct spanned several months and involved both in-person encounters and electronic communications.

Mangione, a 42‑year‑old resident of New Jersey, has a prior criminal record that includes a misdemeanor conviction for assault. According to court filings, the current charges stem from incidents that began in early 2024, when the victim reported multiple unwanted visits and harassing phone calls. The federal case, brought by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey, underscores the seriousness with which the federal government treats stalking behaviors that threaten public safety. The indictment also notes that Mangione’s actions were conducted in a manner that could be construed as an attempt to intimidate or coerce the victim into compliance.

The case will proceed through the federal court system, with a preliminary hearing scheduled for May 14. If convicted, Mangione could face life imprisonment without the possibility of parole, reflecting the severity of the alleged offenses. The prosecution has indicated that it will seek the maximum penalty under the law, while Mangione’s defense team has yet to file an initial response. The outcome of the upcoming proceedings will determine whether the charges result in a plea agreement or a full trial.