
An Indiana man, recently pardoned by former President Donald Trump for a misdemeanor related to the 2021 U.S. Capitol riot, was fatally shot by a Jasper County sheriff's deputy during a traffic stop. The incident occurred on Sunday when the deputy attempted to arrest the man, resulting in a fatal altercation that led to the deputy firing his weapon.
Authorities revealed that the man, identified as Matthew Huttle, 42, was in possession of a firearm during the traffic stop. The exact circumstances that prompted the stop have not been disclosed, and the state police are currently conducting an investigation into the incident.
Sheriff Patrick Williamson expressed condolences to the family of the deceased, acknowledging the traumatic nature of any loss of life. Meanwhile, an attorney representing Huttle in pending motor vehicle cases in Lake County stated that he was unaware of the details surrounding the shooting and intends to gather more information.
In 2023, Huttle had been sentenced to six months in custody after pleading guilty to entering a restricted building, the U.S. Capitol, during the January 6, 2021, pro-Trump rally. His defense attorney emphasized that Huttle was not a staunch political believer but attended the rally out of curiosity and a lack of other plans after being released from jail for a driving offense.