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Capitol Riot Fugitive Sentenced To Six Years In Prison

Insurrectionists loyal to President Donald Trump breach the U.S. Capitol in Washington on Jan. 6, 2021. A federal appeals court on Friday, Aug. 18, 2023, ordered a new sentence for a North Caro

A man convicted of assaulting police officers during the U.S. Capitol riot on January 6, 2021, has been sentenced to six years in prison. The defendant, aged 31, struck a police officer with a pole during the mob attack on the Capitol. Despite claiming he didn't intend to harm anyone that day, he showed no remorse for his actions.

The man, who was found guilty of eight counts including assault and civil disorder charges, was unapologetic during his trial and sentencing. He maintained baseless beliefs that the 2020 presidential election was stolen from Donald Trump. Prosecutors recommended a prison term of over 10 years, while the defense requested a four-year sentence.

After his conviction, the defendant failed to report to prison as ordered and was apprehended at his mother's home in North Carolina. Prosecutors described his behavior as a pattern of disregarding rules and laws. The man, who holds bachelor's degrees in computer engineering and electrical engineering, was working as a computer programming engineer.

Defendant showed no remorse for his actions.
Man, 31, convicted of assaulting police during Capitol riot.
Believed in baseless claims of election fraud.

During the riot, the defendant shoved a police officer, grabbed another officer's gas mask, and struck an officer with a pole. His actions were driven by a lack of respect for law enforcement and the democratic process. He later boasted about his participation in the riot, expressing pride in his actions.

Over 1,350 individuals have been charged with Capitol riot-related federal crimes, with more than 800 already sentenced to prison terms ranging from a few days to 22 years. The defendant's case serves as a reminder of the consequences individuals face for their involvement in the violent events that unfolded at the U.S. Capitol.

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