The FBI is renewing efforts to identify the individual responsible for placing two viable pipe bombs near the Republican and Democratic National Committee headquarters in January 2021. Despite extensive investigative measures, including a substantial reward and numerous interviews, the suspect remains at large.
New video footage released by the FBI showcases the suspect near both locations, providing a clearer image and a height estimate of five feet and seven inches. The videos capture the suspect's movements as they placed the bombs on the night before a significant political event.
Assistant Director David Sundberg of the FBI Washington, DC field office expressed hope that changing allegiances or relationships may prompt individuals to come forward with crucial information. The suspect, seen wearing a hoodie and mask, was observed placing the bombs with precision and then leaving the area undetected.
The FBI emphasized the suspect's distinctive black and grey Nike Air Max shoes, which were sold in limited quantities at the time of the incident. Despite reviewing thousands of video files and following up on hundreds of tips, the FBI has yet to identify the suspect.
The case has faced challenges due to the suspect's concealment through hood, mask, and gloves, as well as the varying quality of surveillance footage in the area. The FBI, in collaboration with other agencies, is offering a reward of up to $500,000 for information leading to the suspect's arrest.
The discovery of the pipe bombs coincided with heightened tensions in Washington, D.C., as rioters breached the US Capitol on January 6, 2021. While over 1,500 individuals have been charged in connection with the Capitol attack, the individual responsible for the pipe bombs remains unidentified.
Despite the obstacles, the FBI remains committed to resolving the case and bringing the perpetrator to justice. The agency urges anyone with information to come forward and assist in solving this unresolved investigation.
