FBI Director Kash Patel announced a significant development in the ongoing investigation into the January 6, 2021, attack on the US Capitol. A man has been arrested and taken into custody by federal authorities, with connections to two pipe bombs planted outside the headquarters of the Republican National Committee (RNC) and Democratic National Committee (DNC).
Patel made the announcement during a press conference on Thursday, revealing that the suspect was apprehended in connection with the explosive devices left at both RNC and DNC locations the night before the violent incident that saw protesters storming the Capitol.
The arrest marks a significant milestone in the FBI's efforts to uncover those responsible for the pipe bomb attacks. The FBI had been working tirelessly to identify the individuals behind the explosive devices, and this latest development is seen as a major breakthrough in their investigation.
No further details about the suspect have been released by Patel or the FBI at this time. However, authorities are expected to provide more information as their investigation continues.
Patel made the announcement during a press conference on Thursday, revealing that the suspect was apprehended in connection with the explosive devices left at both RNC and DNC locations the night before the violent incident that saw protesters storming the Capitol.
The arrest marks a significant milestone in the FBI's efforts to uncover those responsible for the pipe bomb attacks. The FBI had been working tirelessly to identify the individuals behind the explosive devices, and this latest development is seen as a major breakthrough in their investigation.
No further details about the suspect have been released by Patel or the FBI at this time. However, authorities are expected to provide more information as their investigation continues.