“In the most orchestrated perp walk I’ve ever seen in my career, he was on exhibit for everyone to see. It was really needless.
Friedman Agnifilo allegedly argued that the perp walk may change public perception before Mangione’s trial, saying, “He’s been cooperative with law enforcement.”
Then the now-viral statement appeared: “And frankly, your honor, the mayor should know more than anyone of the presumption of innocence that he, too, is afforded.”
Indeed, Mangione’s attorney criticized Mayor Adams for attending the perp walk since he is presently being investigated for federal corruption and faces bribery and fraud charges.
