Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro is refusing to assist the narrative portray Brian Thompson‘s suspected killer as a modern-day vigilante … slamming the notion because the homicide case continues.

The politician spoke out in a press convention Monday after Luigi Mangione, the highest particular person of curiosity within the deadly taking pictures of the UnitedHealthcare CEO, was arrested in Pennsylvania that very same day.

Whereas addressing reporters, Shapiro made it clear Mangione was “no hero,” including … “In America, we don’t kill folks in chilly blood to resolve coverage variations or categorical a viewpoint.”

He doubled down on his stance by applauding the McDonald’s worker who referred to as 911 on Mangione after recognizing him on the quick meals chain … labeling the staffer “the actual hero on this story.”

Mangione has since been charged with forgery, carrying a firearm with no license, tampering with information or identification, and offering false identification to regulation enforcement.

It is no secret Mangione’s profile has been on the rise after being named an individual of curiosity within the homicide investigation … his social media accounts noticed its follower rely improve by tens of 1000’s — earlier than getting suspended.

Numerous folks have voiced their assist for Mangione … with many expressing their very own frustrations with the insurance coverage trade. The truth is, one particular person even launched a GoFundMe to assist LM’s protection fund.

But, UnitedHealthcare is in search of justice following the deadly taking pictures of its CEO final week. The corporate launched an announcement on Monday, during which they stated Mangione’s apprehension introduced “some reduction to Brian’s household, pals, colleagues and the numerous others affected by this unspeakable tragedy.”