U.S. Capitol Police are investigating after a man was reportedly arrested at the Capitol Visitor Center with a torch and flare gun.
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More details about man allegedly caught with flashlight and flare gun
According to WUSA9The incident occurred at approximately 12:30 a.m. on Tuesday, November 5. At a press conference, USCP Director Thomas Manger reportedly explained that a man entered the visitor center before being directed by security guide his belongings through the checkpoint. Of note, Director Manger noted that the man was a white male.
“He stood there for a few seconds and then placed the items on the conveyor belt. As soon as his jacket and backpack passed through the screening area, US Capitol Police officers saw what appeared to be a gun as well as two bottles,” Chief Manger explained. .
As officers stood near the man, they smelled a “faint odor of gasoline.” Later, when the man’s belongings were removed from his belt, the smell became even stronger.
“At that time, the suspect was arrested. He was placed under arrest. We found a flare gun and a lighter in his jacket. There were also other items in his backpack. He is currently in custody,” Chief Manger added.
Furthermore, the USCP Chief noted that the case is currently a “very active investigation.”
According to the source, the man told officers he had documents he wanted to hand over to Congress. Additionally, although the man reportedly smelled of gasoline, “it appeared he did not water himself.”
Finally, Director Manger is said to have asserted that “there is currently no indication” that this man’s actions “have anything to do with the election.” NBC Washington reports that the man is a 28-year-old man from Michigan and police have not yet released his name.
Social media reacted to the incident at the Capitol that reportedly involved a torch
Social media users reacted to reports of the man’s arrest Dark Room commentary.
Instagram user @mrs__pooh82 wrote, “Oh, he wants to go to jail today.”
While Instagram user @winnieschild added: “Here we go”
Instagram user @jusmeandmyselfies wrote, “wait, are they open for tours??? TODAY?!?!? no honey close it.”
While Instagram user @x_ellis_ added, “People are losing their minds. Tried to fix the problem in twitch 😵”
Instagram user @thenigeriantarzan wrote, “You can’t just stay home, lmao”
While Instagram user @_shejamaican added: “Jesus be a fence.”
Instagram user @theserenajazmine wrote, “💀goodbye”
While Instagram user @bigbriog added, “How long does he want to stay in prison?”
A man set himself on fire outside the courthouse in April
Currently, the intentions of the individual currently detained in the capital remain unclear. Similarly, earlier this year, another individual initially embarrassed authorities when he set himself on fire outside the courthouse. EQUAL Shade room previously reported, the incident happened on April 19 and the man set himself on fire outside the courthouse where Donald Trump was facing a case silent money testing.
According to ABC Newsthe man was later identified as Maxwell Azzarello. Additionally, authorities noted Azzarello was a “conspiracy theorist” who threw out “propaganda-based” leaflets before setting himself on fire.
The man eventually passed away from his injuries.
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