New Delhi, Feb. 15 -- Luigi Mangione, the accused killer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, expressed gratitude for his supporters in his first public statement since his arrest. The message was posted on a newly launched website created by his legal defense team to address misinformation and provide updates on his ongoing legal battles.

In the statement, Mangione acknowledged the widespread support he has received since his arrest, stating he was "grateful" for those who have written to him. His defense team framed the website as a resource for factual information regarding the multiple charges he faces for the high-profile December 4 shooting in Midtown Manhattan.

A statement attributed to Mangione was posted on the site, express...