Police Confirm Death Of Officer Injured During Attack On Capitol
3 years, 11 months ago

Police Confirm Death Of Officer Injured During Attack On Capitol

NPR  

Police Confirm Death Of Officer Injured During Attack On Capitol Enlarge this image toggle caption Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images Updated Friday at 12:05 a.m. "At approximately 9:30 p.m. this evening, United States Capitol Police Officer Brian D. Sicknick passed away due to injuries sustained while on-duty," a statement from the U.S. Capitol Police said. Sponsor Message The statement said that Sicknick had been taken to a local hospital and that his death will be investigated by the Metropolitan Police Department's Homicide Branch, the U.S. Capitol Police and "our federal partners." In addition to invading the House and Senate chambers, driving members of Congress into hiding, the extremists attacked police "with metal pipes, discharged chemical irritants, and took up other weapons against our officers," U.S. Capitol Police said Thursday. Enlarge this image toggle caption Olivier Douliery/AFP via Getty Images Olivier Douliery/AFP via Getty Images Capitol Police officers, who usually number around 2,300, have jurisdiction over Congress and its grounds.

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On Jan. 6 many Republicans blamed Trump for the Capitol riot. Now they endorse his presidential bid
11 months, 2 weeks ago

On Jan. 6 many Republicans blamed Trump for the Capitol riot. Now they endorse his presidential bid

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — In the follow-up to their 2018 bestseller “How Democracies Die,” authors Daniel Ziblatt and Steven Levitsky write about three rules that political parties must follow: accept the results of fair elections, reject the use of violence to gain power and break ties to extremists. Biden, speaking Friday near Pennsylvania’s Valley Forge, commemorated Jan. 6, saying on that day …

Trump and two rioters are sued over the death of Capitol Police officer Brian Sicknick
1 year, 11 months ago

Trump and two rioters are sued over the death of Capitol Police officer Brian Sicknick

NPR  

Trump and two rioters are sued over the death of Capitol Police officer Brian Sicknick Enlarge this image toggle caption Kevin Dietsch-Pool/Getty Images Kevin Dietsch-Pool/Getty Images The longtime partner of a U.S. Capitol Police officer who died following the Jan. 6. insurrection has sued former President Donald Trump and two rioters for wrongful death. Sandra Garza, who is representing the …

Jan 6 hearing shows last video of Officer Sicknick before he died: ‘He was ghostly pale’
2 years, 6 months ago

Jan 6 hearing shows last video of Officer Sicknick before he died: ‘He was ghostly pale’

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Video footage of Brian Sicknick, the police officer who would …

A Capitol Police officer injured on Jan. 6 recalls the chaos and carnage
2 years, 6 months ago

A Capitol Police officer injured on Jan. 6 recalls the chaos and carnage

NPR  

A Capitol Police officer injured on Jan. 6 recalls the chaos and carnage Enlarge this image toggle caption Drew Angerer/Getty Images Drew Angerer/Getty Images The House panel heard on Thursday night from U.S. Capitol Police officer Caroline Edwards, who it described as the first law enforcement officer to be injured in the Jan. 6 riot. Edwards suffered a traumatic brain …

Weapons in Air, Officers Beaten & A Death: New Capitol Riots Video Shows 3 Hours of Chaotic Assault
2 years, 11 months ago

Weapons in Air, Officers Beaten & A Death: New Capitol Riots Video Shows 3 Hours of Chaotic Assault

News 18  

The Justice Department this week released a three-hour video of a battle between rioters and the police at the US Capitol Building on January 6 where rioters brandished weapons, officers were viciously beaten, and a member of the mob died on Capitol steps. Inside the tunnel, rioters pushed police further back, jabbing at them with flag poles and hitting them …

US police officer Michael Byrd who fatally shot Ashli Babbitt at Capitol riot says it was 'last resort'
3 years, 3 months ago

US police officer Michael Byrd who fatally shot Ashli Babbitt at Capitol riot says it was 'last resort'

ABC  

The US Capitol Police officer who fatally shot a woman as she tried to force her way into the House of Representatives during the January 6 attack says the shooting was a "last resort" and he believed she posed a threat to members of Congress. Key points: Michael Byrd said he had no choice but to shoot Ashli Babbitt, The …

Who was Ashli Babbitt? Capitol rioter and far-right ‘martyr’ fatally shot by police on 6 January
3 years, 3 months ago

Who was Ashli Babbitt? Capitol rioter and far-right ‘martyr’ fatally shot by police on 6 January

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Ashli Babbit had served in the US Air Force In the weeks and months …

Four officers who warded off US Capitol attack died of suicide
3 years, 4 months ago

Four officers who warded off US Capitol attack died of suicide

Al Jazeera  

Two officers were reported to have taken their own lives in July while two others died days after the January 6 riot. The US District of Columbia’s police department has announced that two more police officers who responded to the January 6 riot at the United States Capitol have died by suicide, bringing to four the number of known suicides …

Capitol police opening field offices to address increased threats to lawmakers
3 years, 5 months ago

Capitol police opening field offices to address increased threats to lawmakers

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Six months after the Capitol attack, US Capitol Police announced …

House to probe Capitol riot — over Republican opposition
3 years, 5 months ago

House to probe Capitol riot — over Republican opposition

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Sharply split along party lines, the House launched a new investigation of the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection on Wednesday, approving a special committee to probe the violent attack as police officers who were injured fighting Donald Trump’s supporters watched from the gallery above. Ahead of the vote, Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi told lawmakers in the chamber, “We …

Feds release videos of Jan. 6 riot showing police assault
3 years, 7 months ago

Feds release videos of Jan. 6 riot showing police assault

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Federal authorities released videos Wednesday showing Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick, who died after defending the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, being attacked with a chemical spray as the pro-Trump mob descended on the building. They show a close-up view of an angry mob yelling, “USA, USA!” and violently breaking past metal police barriers as officers try in …

Slain Capitol Police Officer Will Lie In Honor In The Rotunda
3 years, 8 months ago

Slain Capitol Police Officer Will Lie In Honor In The Rotunda

NPR  

Slain Capitol Police Officer Will Lie In Honor In The Rotunda Enlarge this image toggle caption Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images House and Senate Democratic leaders announced Tuesday that late U.S. Capitol Police Officer William "Billy" F. Evans, who was killed in the line of duty on April 2, will lie in honor in the United States Capitol rotunda. …

Accused in US Capitol attack suffered delusions, suicidal thoughts
3 years, 8 months ago

Accused in US Capitol attack suffered delusions, suicidal thoughts

India Today  

The man who rammed a car into two officers at a barricade outside the U.S. Capitol, killing one of them before he was shot to death by police, had been suffering from delusions, paranoia and suicidal thoughts, a U.S. official told The Associated Press on Saturday. Statement on the Loss of USCP Colleague Officer William "Billy" Evans: https://t.co/JMAEbTcbAp pic.twitter.com/DPvkAv5ptO — …

AP source: Suspect in Capitol attack suffered delusions
3 years, 8 months ago

AP source: Suspect in Capitol attack suffered delusions

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The man who rammed a car into two officers at a barricade outside the U.S. Capitol, killing one of them before he was shot to death by police, had been suffering from delusions, paranoia and suicidal thoughts, a U.S. official told The Associated Press on Saturday. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi hailed Evans as a “martyr for our democracy,” …

US Capitol on lockdown as car rams into barricade, officer killed; driver shot dead
3 years, 8 months ago

US Capitol on lockdown as car rams into barricade, officer killed; driver shot dead

India Today  

A Capitol Police officer was killed Friday after a man rammed a car into two officers at a barricade outside the US Capitol and then emerged wielding a knife, law enforcement officials said. pic.twitter.com/GOVaMv8EXk — U.S. Capitol Police April 2, 2021 Correction: Constitution Avenue — U.S. Capitol Police April 2, 2021 The crash and shooting happened at a security checkpoint …

Vehicle attack raises new questions about US Capitol security
3 years, 8 months ago

Vehicle attack raises new questions about US Capitol security

Al Jazeera  

New questions are being raised about security measures around the United States Congress after a vehicular assault on a security checkpoint killed one Capitol Police officer, injured another and ended with the driver of the car shot dead. Officer William “Billy” Evans succumbed to his injuries, according to acting Capitol Police Chief Yogananda Pittman. “We are devastated to share the …

2 charged in assault of Capitol officer who died after riot
3 years, 9 months ago

2 charged in assault of Capitol officer who died after riot

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — U.S. officials have arrested and charged two men with assaulting U.S. Capitol Police officer Brian Sicknick with bear spray during the Jan. 6 riot, but they do not know yet whether it caused the officer’s death. “Give me that bear shit,” Khater said before he reached into Tanios’ backpack, according to court papers. In a statement Monday, Capitol …

US charges two suspects for assault on fallen Capitol policeman
3 years, 9 months ago

US charges two suspects for assault on fallen Capitol policeman

Al Jazeera  

Men from Pennsylvania, West Virginia, allegedly used a powerful chemical spray during the January 6 deadly Capitol riot. The United States Justice Department on Monday charged two suspects who allegedly worked together to spray a chemical irritant on three Capitol Police officers on January 6, one of whom later died. Julian Elie Khater and George Pierre Tanios, who were arrested …

AP sources: Feds pinpoint suspect in officer’s riot death
3 years, 9 months ago

AP sources: Feds pinpoint suspect in officer’s riot death

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Federal investigators probing the death of a U.S. Capitol Police officer killed in the Jan. 6 riot have zeroed in on a suspect seen on video appearing to spray a chemical substance on the officer before he later collapsed and died, two people familiar with the matter told The Associated Press. The FBI has obtained video that shows …

AP sources: Feds pinpoint suspect in officer's riot death
3 years, 9 months ago

AP sources: Feds pinpoint suspect in officer's riot death

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Federal investigators probing the death …

FBI Singles Out Person Seen On Video Spraying Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick
3 years, 9 months ago

FBI Singles Out Person Seen On Video Spraying Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick

NPR  

FBI Singles Out Person Seen On Video Spraying Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick Enlarge this image toggle caption Demetrius Freeman/Pool/AFP via Getty Images Demetrius Freeman/Pool/AFP via Getty Images Updated on Feb. 27 at 9:15 a.m. ET The FBI has singled out an individual seen on a video of the Jan. 6 insurrection spraying law enforcement officers, including a Capitol Police …

Security Officials Testify About Failures At Capitol On January 6
3 years, 10 months ago

Security Officials Testify About Failures At Capitol On January 6

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — Testifying for the first time about the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, former security officials blamed faulty intelligence for the disastrous failure to anticipate the violent intentions of the mob that invaded the building and interrupted the certification of the presidential election. The officials, including the former chief of the Capitol Police, are blaming other …

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Leads Lawmakers Recalling US Capitol Siege
3 years, 10 months ago

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Leads Lawmakers Recalling US Capitol Siege

News 18  

Lawmakers stood before the House late Thursday to tell their personal, often stunning accounts of the siege of the U.S. Capitol by a pro-Trump mob, preserving for the record their own memories of the most violent domestic attack on Congress in the nations history. And in that big story lie thousands of individual accounts, just as valid and important as …

Slain Capitol Police officer honored: ‘We will never forget’
3 years, 10 months ago

Slain Capitol Police officer honored: ‘We will never forget’

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Congressional leaders paid tribute Wednesday to slain U.S. Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick in the building he died defending, promising his family and his fellow officers that they will never forget his sacrifice. Sicknick died after an insurrectionist mob stormed the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, interrupting the electoral count after then-President Donald Trump urged them to “fight …

Capitol Police officer who died after riot lies in honor
3 years, 10 months ago

Capitol Police officer who died after riot lies in honor

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Slain U.S. Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick lay in honor in the building he died defending, allowing colleagues and the lawmakers he protected to pay their respects and to remember the violent attack on Congress that took his life. Sicknick died after defending the Capitol on Jan. 6 against the mob that stormed the building and interrupted the …

Capitol Police Officer Who Died After Far-Right Riot Lies In Honor
3 years, 10 months ago

Capitol Police Officer Who Died After Far-Right Riot Lies In Honor

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING UPDATE: On April 19, the Washington, D.C. medical examiner released a report finding that Sicknick suffered two strokes and died of natural causes. WASHINGTON — Slain Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick lay in honor Tuesday night in the U.S. Capitol, allowing his colleagues and the lawmakers he protected to pay their respects and to remember the violent …

Capitol Police officer who died after riot to lie in honor
3 years, 10 months ago

Capitol Police officer who died after riot to lie in honor

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Slain Capitol Police Officer …

Lawmakers Honor Slain Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick In Rotunda
3 years, 10 months ago

Lawmakers Honor Slain Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick In Rotunda

NPR  

Lawmakers Honor Slain Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick In Rotunda Enlarge this image toggle caption Pool/Getty Images Pool/Getty Images Updated 12:45 p.m. ET Brian Sicknick, the slain U.S. Capitol Police officer who was given the rare distinction of lying in honor in the Capitol Rotunda, received a final tribute from lawmakers Wednesday. Sponsor Message "It is my official and sad …

Mourning the Capitol riot: Officer slain during insurrection honored at Capitol he died defending
3 years, 10 months ago

Mourning the Capitol riot: Officer slain during insurrection honored at Capitol he died defending

Salon  

Slain U.S. Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick was laid to rest on Wednesday after a two-day funeral procession that included lying in honor in the Capitol Rotunda, where both Presiden Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris laid their hands on his urn in remembrance of the veteran officer who died in the line of duty defending Congress from an …

Capitol Police chief apologizes for failures in Jan. 6 siege
3 years, 10 months ago

Capitol Police chief apologizes for failures in Jan. 6 siege

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The interim chief of the Capitol Police apologized Tuesday for failing to prepare for what became a violent insurrection despite having warnings that white supremacists and far-right groups would target Congress. Yogananda Pittman, in prepared testimony before Congress, said that the Capitol Police “failed to meet its own high standards as well as yours.” She listed several missteps: …

‘THIS IS ME': Rioters flaunt involvement in Capitol siege
3 years, 10 months ago

‘THIS IS ME': Rioters flaunt involvement in Capitol siege

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — These suspects weren’t exactly in hiding. “Sooo we’ve stormed Capitol Hill lol,” one woman texted someone while inside the building. Acting U.S. Attorney Michael Sherwin said prosecutors were “closely looking at evidence related to the sedition charges” and he believed “the results will bear fruit very soon.” Many rioters posted selfies inside the Capitol to their social media …

Police command structure crumbled fast during Capitol riot
3 years, 11 months ago

Police command structure crumbled fast during Capitol riot

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — As the rioters stormed the U.S. Capitol, many of the police officers had to decide on their own how to fight them off. “Totally on our own.” The officers who spoke to the AP said they were given next to no warning by leadership on the morning of Jan. 6 about what would become a growing force of …

Terrifying scope of Capitol attack uncovered as Washington locks down for Biden’s inauguration
3 years, 11 months ago

Terrifying scope of Capitol attack uncovered as Washington locks down for Biden’s inauguration

CNN  

Washington CNN — Federal authorities are piecing together a chilling picture of the January 6 insurrection that reveals major security and intelligence failures, underscores profound fissures in American society and hints at the political challenges ahead for President-elect Joe Biden, even as they race to ensure the safety of US leaders and next week’s inauguration. Military members Part of that …

A broad cross section of Trump supporters stormed the Capitol, arrests show. Now what?
3 years, 11 months ago

A broad cross section of Trump supporters stormed the Capitol, arrests show. Now what?

LA Times  

Early images of the U.S. Capitol siege captured the extremism of intruders as the insurrection was broadcast live. Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo said one of his officers — who resigned Thursday — had “penetrated” the Capitol building and was expected to face federal charges soon. Current and former law enforcement officials said a large chunk of Trump supporters so …

Capitol Cop Hailed Hero for Steering Angry Rioters Away From Senate Chamber
3 years, 11 months ago

Capitol Cop Hailed Hero for Steering Angry Rioters Away From Senate Chamber

News 18  

A police officer is being hailed for his role steering an angry mob away from the Senate chambers in Wednesday’s deadly storming of the U.S. Capitol by supporters of President Donald Trump. Capitol Police officer Eugene Goodman, identified by CNN reporter Kristin Wilson, can be seen getting rioters to move away from the Senate as police raced to secure the …

Capitol Police Officer Who Responded To Mob Attack Dies Off Duty
3 years, 11 months ago

Capitol Police Officer Who Responded To Mob Attack Dies Off Duty

NPR  

Capitol Police Officer Who Responded To Mob Attack Dies Off Duty Enlarge this image toggle caption Al Drago/Getty Images Al Drago/Getty Images Updated on Monday at 2:15 p.m. ET Howard Liebengood, a 15-year veteran of the U.S. Capitol Police, died Saturday off duty, according to the force. Sponsor Message The U.S. Capitol Police Labor Committee issued a statement over the …

Videos show fatal shooting during rampage at the Capitol
3 years, 11 months ago

Videos show fatal shooting during rampage at the Capitol

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Air Force veteran killed during the storming of the Capitol was shot as she began to climb through the broken part of a door leading into an area known as the Speaker’s Lobby, videos posted online show. Minutes before the shooting Wednesday, the large crowd of angry pro-Trump loyalists, one carrying an American flag, taunted several police …

After deadly siege, lawmakers ask why police so outnumbered
3 years, 11 months ago

After deadly siege, lawmakers ask why police so outnumbered

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The police were badly outnumbered. Sund defended his department’s response, saying officers “acted valiantly when faced with thousands of individuals involved in violent riotous actions.” By Saturday, prosecutors had filed 17 cases in federal district court and 40 others in the District of Columbia Superior Court for a variety of offenses, ranging from assaulting police officers to entering …

Deadly siege focuses attention on Capitol Police
3 years, 11 months ago

Deadly siege focuses attention on Capitol Police

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The police were badly outnumbered. One protester, a woman from California, was shot to death by Capitol Police, and three other people died after “medical emergencies” related to the breach, including at least who died of an apparent heart attack. Capitol Police Chief Steven Sund, who resigned Thursday under pressure from House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and other congressional …

US Capitol hill storming: Police officer’s death intensifies siege questions
3 years, 11 months ago

US Capitol hill storming: Police officer’s death intensifies siege questions

Hindustan Times  

A police officer has died from injuries sustained as President Donald Trump’s supporters stormed the Capitol, a violent siege that is forcing hard questions about the defeated president’s remaining days in office and the ability of the Capitol Police to secure the area. Two House Democrats on committees overseeing the Capitol police budgets said those responsible need to be held …

Capitol siege by pro-Trump mob forces questions, ousters
3 years, 11 months ago

Capitol siege by pro-Trump mob forces questions, ousters

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The violent siege of the Capitol by President Donald Trump’s supporters forced painful new questions across government — about his fitness to remain in office for two more weeks, the ability of the police to secure the complex and the future of the Republican Party in a post-Trump era. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said any remaining day with …

Death Toll in US Capitol Siege Rises to 5 as Cop Succumbs to Injuries After Clash With Pro-Trump Mob
3 years, 11 months ago

Death Toll in US Capitol Siege Rises to 5 as Cop Succumbs to Injuries After Clash With Pro-Trump Mob

News 18  

A US Capitol Police officer has died of injuries sustained during clashes with a mob of President Donald Trump’s supporters who overran a session of Congress, police said late Thursday. Democratic leaders of the House Appropriations Committee said the “tragic loss” of a Capitol police officer “should remind all of us of the bravery of the law enforcement officers who …

US Capitol police officer dies of injuries in riot by Donald Trump supporters
3 years, 11 months ago

US Capitol police officer dies of injuries in riot by Donald Trump supporters

India Today  

A US Capitol police officer has died of injuries suffered during a riot led by supporters of President Donald Trump. In an unprecedented assault on democracy in the US, thousands of supporters of outgoing President Trump stormed the Capitol building on Thursday and clashed with police. President Donald Trump condemned the violent supporters who stormed the US Capitol, saying they …

US Capitol Police officer dies after clash with pro-Trump mob
3 years, 11 months ago

US Capitol Police officer dies after clash with pro-Trump mob

Al Jazeera  

Officer Brian D Sicknick died on Thursday due to injuries sustained during clashes with rioters at the Capitol. A US Capitol Police officer has died of injuries sustained during clashes with supporters of President Donald Trump, who stormed the Capitol building to prevent Congress from certifying President-elect Joe Biden, police said late on Thursday. Democratic leaders of the House Appropriations …

What We Know About The Capitol Police Officer Who Died
3 years, 11 months ago

What We Know About The Capitol Police Officer Who Died

NPR  

What We Know About The Capitol Police Officer Who Died Enlarge this image toggle caption Claire Harbage/NPR Claire Harbage/NPR Enlarge this image toggle caption U.S. Capitol Police U.S. Capitol Police Updated 3 p.m. "Officer Sicknick was responding to the riots on Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at the U.S. Capitol and was injured while physically engaging with protesters," the law enforcement …

U.S. Capitol Flag Will Fly At Half-Staff; FBI Offers Reward Over Pipe Bombs
3 years, 11 months ago

U.S. Capitol Flag Will Fly At Half-Staff; FBI Offers Reward Over Pipe Bombs

NPR  

U.S. Capitol Flag Will Fly At Half-Staff; FBI Offers Reward Over Pipe Bombs Enlarge this image toggle caption Claire Harbage/NPR Claire Harbage/NPR Two days after a shocking insurrection took over the U.S. Capitol, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has ordered the building's flags be flown at half-staff in honor of Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick, who died after being injured in …

Capitol riots: Names of people killed during Washington DC siege released
3 years, 11 months ago

Capitol riots: Names of people killed during Washington DC siege released

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Metro City Police Department confirmed that 50-year-old Benjamin …

Capitol police chief defends response to ‘criminal’ rioters
3 years, 11 months ago

Capitol police chief defends response to ‘criminal’ rioters

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The head of the U.S. Capitol Police defended his department’s response to the storming of the Capitol, saying Thursday that officers “acted valiantly when faced with thousands of individuals involved in violent riotous actions.” Washington’s mayor called the police response “a failure.” Chief Steven Sund, in his first public comment on the mayhem from Wednesday, said in a …

Why Did Nobody Protect the US Capitol? Police Draw Wrath as 4 Dead in Attack by Pro-Trump Mob
3 years, 11 months ago

Why Did Nobody Protect the US Capitol? Police Draw Wrath as 4 Dead in Attack by Pro-Trump Mob

News 18  

As the world watched in horror the violence in the US’s Capitol Hill, where four people were killed, security experts in the US questioned the police over its failure to stop the incident that led to the deaths of at least four persons. The US Capitol Police force was caught unprepared by a mob of pro-Trump extremists in a failure …

Capitol riots: Dozens of arrests as police find molotov cocktails, pipe bombs and guns at pro-Trump siege
3 years, 11 months ago

Capitol riots: Dozens of arrests as police find molotov cocktails, pipe bombs and guns at pro-Trump siege

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Police in Washington DC …

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